The Top Afrobeats Songs to Stream Right Now: September 2025 Edition The standout records from September include Rema, Adekunle Gold, Msaki, Qing Madi, and other rising artists pushing the Afrobeats sound to new heights music September 23, 2025
Zoey Martinson on Making ‘The Fisherman,’ Its Venice Premiere, and Sharing Ghanaian Humor and Color With the World Since premiering at the 2024 Venice Film Festival, the comedy feature has carried a powerful message: that joy is not just meaningful, but also necessary, in African storytelling. film tv September 18, 2025
Beeztrap KOTM and the Evolution of Ghana’s Drill Sound On his debut album, ‘POWER,’ the Ghanaian artist expands on drill music to create a multi-genre pan-African sound. music September 17, 2025
First-Ever Albinism Pageant Expands Beauty Representation in Nigeria With her inclusive agency, Misty Glam Company, beauty advocate Misturah Owolabi is challenging exclusionary standards in Nigeria. This September, she partnered with the Albinism Association of Nigeria to host the country’s first albinism pageant. news September 17, 2025
Mercy Chinwo Channels Divine Inspiration on 'In His Will' The prolific Nigerian gospel star speaks to OkayAfrica about her new album, ‘In His Will,’ and her artistic journey, more than 10 years down the line. music September 16, 2025
How Anthony Azekwoh Is Pushing the Boundaries of What It Means to Be a Digital Artist Working between mediums of digital art and experimental sculptural pieces, the Nigerian artist’s vibrant career has made him a culture-shifting talent whose pieces have been collected by stars like Cynthia Erivo, JAE5, and Lojay. arts culture September 16, 2025
In Ghana, a Food Bank Is Providing More Than Just Meals Launched in August 2025 amid food insecurity and economic challenges, Ghanaian businessman Richard Nii Armah Quaye's food bank is feeding thousands daily while unexpectedly creating spaces of community building across its centers. news September 15, 2025
Skales Is Making the World Dance Again, With a Little Help From Lamine Yamal Earlier this year, the Nigerian artist’s 2014 hit “Shake Body” gained global popularity, thanks to FC Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal. OkayAfrica catches up with the music star, fresh off a major collaboration with one of sport’s biggest brands. music September 10, 2025
TIFF 2025: 'The Eyes of Ghana' Captures Kwame Nkrumah's Belief in Cinema as a Tool for African Liberation Through films captured by celebrated cinematographer Chris Hesse, the documentary, executive produced by Barack and Michelle Obama, tells the story of how one of Africa’s foremost leaders envisioned a continent that reverses the images of colonialism by telling its own stories. film tv September 9, 2025
The Top Afrobeats Songs to Stream Right Now: August 2025 Edition The standout records from August include songs from Tiwa Savage, Victony, Ebne Hakim, Amaarae, and other rising stars pushing the Afrobeats sound to new heights. music August 29, 2025
To Make Her Debut Album, ‘After Midnight,’ Gyakie First Had to Find Inner Peace The Ghanaian artist's debut album is a blend of Afrobeats, R&B, and soul, guided by her openness and self-discovery. music August 29, 2025
SPINALL Wants to Take the ‘Èkó Groove’ Afrobeats Sound to the World In his new album, the revered Afrobeats tastemaker combines colorful sonics with exciting features. Marking his sixth project, OkayAfrica talks to SPINALL about the making of ‘Èkó Groove’ and his wide-ranging career. music August 29, 2025
The Top West African Songs to Stream Right Now: August 2025 Music Guide In this monthly music guide, enjoy the top West African songs of August 2025 from Josey, Bella Alubo, Serge Beynaud, Taves, and more, highlighted by OkayAfrica. music August 28, 2025
What It’s Like To … Run an African-Owned Contemporary Art Gallery in the UAE Kwame Mintah is one of the co-founders of the Efie Gallery in Dubai. The gallery and cultural hub is poised to expand the idea of modern African art while contributing to the evolving art landscape. news August 27, 2025
How Nollywood Actress Ashionye Raccah Got to Star in the Second Season of ‘Wednesday’ Alongside Jenna Ortega In ‘Wednesday’ Season 2, the Nigerian actress channels Nollywood grit on a Hollywood set, acting alongside Thandiwe Newton and Jenna Ortega. film tv August 25, 2025
Listen to Odumodublvck, Stormzy & Zlatan’s Highlife-Influenced Single, “Pay Me” Released on August 22, 2025, “Pay Me” by the Nigerian and UK trio rides melodic highlife beats and snappily rapped bars. music August 22, 2025
Mr Eazi Drops “Casanova,” the Lead Single From His Upcoming ‘Maison Rouge’ EP The Afrobeats star returns with a playful yet vulnerable confession of love, and a video directed by Ademola Falomo and filmed in Barcelona. music August 22, 2025
Shatta Wale Released on Bail in $4M Fraud Case The dancehall superstar is under investigation for failing to identify the seller of a Lamborghini Urus that was flagged as part of the proceeds of a case in the U.S. music August 21, 2025
How Cabo Verdeans Are Leaning on Each Other After Devastating Flash Floods With a state of emergency in effect, communal efforts and external donations are also playing an integral role in supporting those affected by a recent, deadly tropical storm. news August 20, 2025
With Nahous, Lagos’ New Cultural Hub Blends Old Architecture and Contemporary Vision Situated in the old Federal Palace building, Nahous — which features a gallery, concept store, furniture showroom, bar and gathering space — was conceptualized by Richard Vedegalo as a site for community, art and independent thinking. news August 18, 2025
Mádé Kuti Asks the Difficult Questions on ‘Chapter 1: Where Does Happiness Come From?’ OkayAfricasits down with the Nigerian artist to discuss his robust interpretation of Afrobeat and his new album’s roving vision. music August 13, 2025
