Today in Africa — October 23, 2025: Cameroonian Election Unrest Results in One Death, Ruth Chepngetich Handed Three-Year Ban For Doping, Khartoum Airport Resumes Operations OkayAfrica has scoured the internet for today’s major news stories, so you don't have to. news Lihle Z. Mtshali Dennis Ade Peter
‘It’s in the Right Place and Growing at a Substantial Rate:’ Sheniece Charway’s Optimistic Outlook on Afrobeats’ Global Growth The music executive and Martell cultural ambassador sees opportunity for growth that makes Afrobeats a lasting force beyond its recent successes. music
Five Highlights from this Year’s London 1-54 Contemporary Art Fair From acrylic and charcoal paintings to hair sculptures and special installations, 1-54 London was curated for collectors, art enthusiasts and visitors alike. arts culture
How 20 Months in Prison Redefined Fela Kuti’s Music Kuti’s ‘African classical music’ era featured some of his most ambitious work as a composer, but they mostly remained uncatalogued. music Dennis Ade Peter
Jad Abumrad’s New Podcast Series Delves into the Life, Times & Complicated Legacy of Fela Kuti On the Afrobeat pioneer’s posthumous birthday, Abumrad, host of ‘Fela Kuti: Fear No Man,’ tells OkayAfrica about the process of putting together the thoroughly researched, 12-episode series. music Dennis Ade Peter
Here Are the Nine African Countries Competing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup Cape Verde made history by qualifying for the World Cup for the first time in its history, while expected qualifiers like Morocco, Egypt, and Ghana secured their spots. news Dennis Ade Peter
Seun Kuti and Bro. Diallo Critique Capitalism on ‘Bird’s Eye View’ Kuti and Bro. Diallo dive into their gripes with the widely accepted economic system that runs the lives of billions all over the world. podcasts Dennis Ade Peter
Government Response to Madagascar Protests Highlights the Urgency of Youth-Led Movements Across Africa From Morocco to Togo, Kenya, and Madagascar, young people on the continent are taking their grievances with bad governance to the streets, demanding the exit of ineffective leaders and an improvement in the conditions to build their lives. news Dennis Ade Peter
Adekunle Gold Reinterprets the Music He Grew up on With New Album, ‘Fuji’ The Nigerian singer’s sixth LP is a sleek effort that reimagines the groovy, Yoruba folk-heavy rhythms of fuji music. music Dennis Ade Peter
Calls Intensify for Release of Activists Detained on Gaza-Bound Humanitarian Flotilla Israeli naval forces intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters, detaining hundreds of volunteers, including South African writer Zukiswa Wanner and Mandla Mandela, in what President Cyril Ramaphosa condemned as a violation of international law. news Dennis Ade Peter
How Nigeria Became an Independent Country 65 Years Ago OkayAfrica delves into how Nigeria reached its independence, four-plus decades after it was created, with colonial interests at heart. news Dennis Ade Peter
Meklit Honors the Diversity of Ethiopian Folk Music on ‘A Piece of Infinity’ The Ethio-jazz maestro talks to OkayAfrica about leaning into tradition, the consistent evolution of culture, and the profundity of the Tizita. music Dennis Ade Peter
Seun Kuti and Bro. Diallo Tackle the Leadership Crisis Holding Africans Back on ‘Bird’s Eye View’ Kuti and Bro. Diallo delve into the conquest-driven mindset of African leaders and the global Black elite, and why it upholds the status quo. podcasts Dennis Ade Peter
Malawi’s Ex-President, Peter Mutharika, to Return to Office as Incumbent Concedes Defeat The incoming president, who led the southern African country between 2014 and 2020, will return to power on the back of election results that reflect the disappointment of many Malawians in Lazarus Chakwera’s government. news Dennis Ade Peter
Five African Highlights from the World Athletics Championships 2025 From Beatrice Chebet’s inspiring double to Botswana’s historic relay gold, African athletes showed out and commanded our cheers. news Dennis Ade Peter
The Captivating Afro-Soul Stylings of Nigerian Canadian Singer Osé From starting out in church as a young gospel singer to her former emphasis on R&B, Osé is charting a forward path with a hybrid sound that best represents her identity. music Dennis Ade Peter
Op-Ed: Coachella 2026 Scales Back on African Talent — Here’s Why It Matters Afrobeats superstar Davido is technically the only artist from Africa on the bill for the renowned music festival, a serious downgrade from recent editions that have featured multiple African artists. music Dennis Ade Peter
South African Author Zukiswa Wanner Documents the Resolve of Volunteers on Gaza-Bound Flotilla In a series of diary entries shared with OkayAfrica, the award-winning writer details her experience and insights so far, as hundreds of volunteers and activists look to form a human corridor for aid to get into Gaza. news Dennis Ade Peter
