Tunde Onakoya
Serhou Guirassy

Serhou Guirassy: Against the Odds

Family Brouhaha

Features & Essays

protest music
Why Is There a Dearth of Protest Music in Nigeria Today?
intellectual property
It’s 2025 and We Still Don’t Understand Intellectual Property in Kenya
rap
Odumodublvck & the Never-Ending Fight Over What Nigerian Rap Should Be
Ogbanje Abiku
Ogbanje or Abiku Phenomenon: An African Spirit-Child Myth or the Enigma of Modern Health Struggles?
X
X Is Doing Us In and We Don’t Know It
Mede Akran
Fusion and Superimposition in Mede Akran’s Photography

Interviews

Tramaine Suubi Talks Debut Collection, the Craft of Poetry, and the Art of Literary Stewardship
Kimbassax
In Conversation: Kimbassax Talks Upcoming Project, New Ventures, and More
Olubunmi Familoni
In Conversation: Olubunmi Familoni Talks His NLNG Prize-Winning Book, Writing Process, and More
By Any Minz
In Conversation: Minz Speaks on Debut Album, His Sound, and Defying the Odds by Any Means
Ogranya
In Conversation: Ogranya Talks “Freedom Way” and Nigeria’s Live Performance Culture
Yemi Alade
Yemi Alade: The Rebel Queen of Afro-Pop

Film & TV

Finding Me
“Finding Me” Review: Funke Akindele’s Mistitled Dramedy Struggles With an Identity Crisis
Suky
“Suky” Review: Ola Cardoso’s Prison-Set, Revenge-Themed Sports Drama Is Tepid
Omoni Oboli
Omoni Oboli and Nollywood’s Dilemma With Copyright Infringement
AMVCA
The Annual AMVCA’s Category Problem: Should TV Productions Be Competing with Films?
Fine Girl
“Fine Girl” Review: Fatimah Gimsay’s Film Is a Subversive Take On Modern Harassment and Female Empowerment
Love, Olaitan
“Love, Olaitan” Review: Moyosore Akinsete’s Short Film Is a Mesmerising Portrait of Love and Loss

Music

Street Pop
10 Artistes Expanding the Soundscape of Street Pop in Nigeria Today
The Machine Is Coming
“The Machine Is Coming” Review: Odumodublvck’s New Project Is a Statement and a Warning
Viva Lavida
“Viva Lavida” Review: Joeboy Examines Love and Life on Expressive New Album
BlownBoy Ru
“Blownboy Ru” Review: Ruger’s Sophomore Album Stays True to His Afro-Dancehall Roots
Spotlight
Afrocritik’s Weekly Music Spotlight: Touch of Gospel
M.anifest
The Manifesto of M.anifest: New Roads, Same Genius

VIDEOS

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Books

Death of the Author
“Death of the Author” Review: Nnedi Okorafor’s Book Addresses the Complex World of Writing and Publishing
Navigating the Business Side of Writing
Navigating the Business Side of Writing: What Every Author Needs to Know
A Future in Chains
“A Future in Chains” Review: Ndifreke Ukpong’s Book Expertly Tackles Faith, Tradition, and Resilience
Anticipated books of 2025
Afrocritik’s Anticipated Books of 2025
African books and novels 2024
Afrocritik’s Notable Books From Africa in 2024
Short stories from Africa in 2024
Afrocritik’s 35 Remarkable African Short Stories in 2024

Culture

Cyberbullying
Cyberbullying: The Lasting Toll on Victims and How to Address It
Kikelomo Solomon-Ayeni
The Touchstones of Kikelomo’s Maternity Photography
Macondo Literary Festival founders at the opening ceremony
Macondo Literary Festival 2024: A Celebration of the History of the Indian Ocean Worlds
Nigeria Cinema Day
Nigeria Cinema Day and the Marketing Hurdles Holding Back Nollywood
Protest against gender-based violence
Addressing a Widespread Crisis: Gender-Based Violence in Kenyan Sports and Beyond
A Visitor in If Hives Could Dance in Colours exhibition
Kingsley Ayogu’s “If Hives Could Dance in Colours” Is a Poetic Exploration of Life and Memory

Fashion

2025 Grammy

Bold, Regal, and Stylish: African Artistes at the 2025 Grammys

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Africa Sourcing and Fashion Week

10 African Fashion Events to Watch Out for in 2025

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GTCO Fashion Weekend
Size Bias on Our Runways: How Inclusive Are Fashion Competitions and the Industry?
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Amvca 2024 The Genius Designers Of The Stunning Outfits| Afrocritik
AMVCA 2024: 7 Designers Whose Outfits Graced the Red Carpet
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10 African Models Making Waves in the Global Fashion Industry
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Sports

Tems Joins San Diego FC’s ownership group
How Tems’ Stake in San Diego FC Bridges Music, Culture, and Sports
African football coaching
How Intra-Continental Cross-Border Coaching Appointments Are Redefining African Football
Cricket
Cricket Glory: Africa’s Rising Stars at the U19 World Cup
CHAN
CHAN: Is It Truly Serving African Football?
African sports in 2025
The Year Ahead in African Sports: Key Competitions in 2025
African athletes
Afrocritik’s Top 20 African Athletes of 2024

Explainers

How Fuji Music Influences the Modern Afro-Pop Soundscape
How Fuji Music Influences the Modern Afro-Pop Soundscape
Samson Dauda
All the Scoop on Samson Dauda, the 2024 Mr Olympia Winner
Gamification
How Gamification Can Make Technical Learning Fun for African Students
FASU 2024
FASU 2024: Scholars Compete, Cultures Converge in Lagos
Bongo Flava artistes
Bongo Flava: The Evolution of East Africa’s Soundtrack
Cold chain storage technology
Examining the Role of Cold Chain Storage Facilities in Reducing Nigeria’s Post-harvest Losses

Fiction & Poetry

Reawakening
Reawakening | Poem by Maryam Kekere-Ekun
two poems
Two Poems | By Excel Chinagorom Michael
Three poems
Three Poems | By Victor Chịmbọ
Three Poems | By Salama Wainaina
three poems
Three Poems | By Emmanuel Somtochukwu Ferdinand
conversation with strangers
Conversations With Strangers | Fiction By Lydia Mutuku Nzilani