Galerie36, founded by cultural practitioner Ayofemi Kirby, has positioned itself as a creative avenue for discovery and community engagement, with a focus on redefining how traditional art spaces exist.
As Ethiopia’s capital transforms into a gleaming global city, long-time residents face displacement, rising housing costs, and a fading sense of home.
Seven years into their first event, the organizers of Mainland Block Party are pushing their Afrobeats vibes into the world. Ahead of their forthcoming New York festival in collaboration with OkayAfrica, they discuss the roots of the organization and where they’re headed.
Alongside international superstars Shakira and The Weeknd, the African pop stars will represent the continent’s blossoming sound.
The Washington Accord formalizes mineral trade routes and troop withdrawals but offers no accountability for decades of atrocities, leaving Congolese activists asking: whose peace is this really for?
The American billionaire plans to give nearly all of his wealth to African countries over the next 20 years, but there’s an uneasy side to all that charity.
Fresh off his successful university tour across Nigeria, the rap artist behind the hit song "Declan Rice" brings his energy to New York on July 26.
Joey Akan gets the man of few words to talk about beats, breakthroughs, and becoming his own kind of artist.
As more West African artists create sounds that inspire internet trends and extend their longevity, others are experimenting with new forms and doubling down on storytelling. Read ahead for the best West African music of the year so far.
Over the past 15 years, Egypt's Mo Salah and Senegal's Sadio Mané have stood as enduring symbols of African excellence on football’s biggest stages, with the trophies and records to show.
The Afrobeats megastar holds one of her most candid conversations ever, unpacking what has gone into her powerful sound and image.
Once known for being a vociferous critic, the Nigerian music journalist has grown into a conscientious podcaster who digs thoughtfully into the stories behind the phenomenon that is Afrobeats. In partnering with OkayAfrica, he’s going in even deeper.
Beyond its great sounds, the African music scene has produced some remarkable covers over the years. As the Grammys aim to recognize visual excellence, OkayAfrica puts forward 10 covers — new and old — that would have been perfect for the category.
Burkina Faso’s military ruler has grown popular with millions across the world, but junta leaders and revolutionaries haven’t always worked out well for Africans.
The actor opens up about his journey from Netflix's ‘Blood & Water’ to sharing the screen with A-list stars.
Nicknamed the “Queen of Science,” Senamile Masango’s passing has come as a shock and a great loss to South Africa’s science community.
Condolence messages and eulogies have followed Nujoma’s passing, who led the decades-long struggle for Namibia’s independence from apartheid South Africa.
The Nigerian star was joined onstage by her team and mom, who received a hearty shout-out.
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OkayAfrica is the premiere digital platform bringing the worlds of African music, art, culture, style, sports and politics to a global audience. Founded in 2010 as an extension of Okayplayer, OkayAfrica serves as a cultural bridge to foster deeper understanding of the continent, while also building meaningful connections with its diaspora.
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