Sudanese Lessons in Optimism and Endurance Amid the War In 2025, the Sudanese people, suffering in what is widely considered to be Africa’s worst war, show powerful lessons on preserving hope, faith, kindness, and humor. news Amuna Wagner
When Your Older Sibling Is the Spark for Your Music Career Egyptian songstress Felukah, Sudanese rapper Montiyago, and Palestinian pop diva Amira Jazeera have one common superpower: their older sibling. In interviews with OkayAfrica, they discuss their siblings’ influence on their art and the difficulties that come with having a creative family business. music
Suzannah Mirghani’s Debut Film 'Cotton Queen’ is a Powerful Reflection on Sudan’s Colonial Past and Future The Sudanese Russian director tells OkayAfrica about the difficulties and rewards of tracing this story on cotton farming, British colonization, and the trauma that comes with Sudanese womanhood. film tv
50 Years of Western Sahara's Occupation: Sahrawi Voices on Morocco & The Ongoing Struggle Half a century after Spain’s 1975 exit, Morocco continues to occupy Western Sahara. Sahrawi activist Najla Mohamed-Lamin shares struggles, abuses, and the stalled referendum, shedding light on a people long ignored by the world. news Amuna Wagner
Manal Opens Up on Motherhood, Music & Her New Song, ‘Carta Rouge’ The Moroccan singer talks about her love for raï music, the women who inspire her creative journey, and how motherhood has influenced her artistic practice. music Amuna Wagner
What It’s Like To … Be a Couples Therapist in Egypt Eman Onsy shares 15 years of guiding couples through stigma, burnout, and evolving expectations, offering insights on second marriages, family therapy, and relationship trends. news Amuna Wagner
Op-Ed: The 'Real Egyptian' Debate Misses The Point: Stop Erasing Modern Egyptians’ Link To Their Past After the Grand Egyptian Museum’s opening ceremony, members of the African diaspora took to social media to claim that modern Egyptians are mere colonizers of a stolen history. arts culture Amuna Wagner
Get to Know 'Way-Way,' a New Sub-Genre of Algeria's Rai Music The Moroccan producer-artist Zouj tells OkayAfrica about the Algerian raï genre he studied with Moroccan elders, fell in love with, and turned into an experimental mixtape. music Amuna Wagner
Listen to the North African Songs Making Waves This October 2025 This October, North African musicians are conveying introspective lyrics and nostalgia over danceable rhythms. This list features a bunch of unexpected club bangers. music Amuna Wagner
As El Fasher Falls to the Rapid Support Forces, Mass Killings Usher in Yet Another Genocide in Sudan On October 27, the Rapid Support Forces took over the Sudanese Armed Forces’ last stronghold in West Darfur, worsening the humanitarian crisis they have been manufacturing for the past 18 months. news Amuna Wagner
How Abir Ibrahim’s Photo Book “Love Letters to Sudan” Celebrates Sudan’s Culture and Strength From all 18 states, the Sudanese-American historian showcases Sudan’s beauty and strength in her book, challenging decades of negative perceptions. arts culture Amuna Wagner
The Moroccan Rappers Proving Darija Is a Global Language of Hip-Hop Moroccan music was slept on for too long because of its unique Arabic dialect Darija, but once it crossed borders, it became an international force to be reckoned with. music Amuna Wagner
