• Home
  • Popular
  • Audio
  • What's Hot
  • Video
  • Events
  • News
  • Latest
  • North Africa
  • East Africa
  • Southern Africa
  • West Africa
  • Central Africa
  • What It's Like To...
  • Sports
  • Arts + Culture
  • Art
  • Literature
  • Tech
  • Food
  • Travel
  • Fashion
  • Beauty
  • Music
  • Latest
  • North Africa
  • East Africa
  • Southern Africa
  • West Africa
  • Central Africa
  • Profiles & Interviews
  • Songs You Need To Hear
  • Careers
  • Sudan Uprising
  • Diaspora
  • Afro-Latino
  • In Translation
  • South Africa Reframed
  • Freedom Day
  • Podcasts
  • Afrobeats Intelligence
  • No Wahala
  • Kenya
  • Music Brief
  • Shop
  • Countries
  • Continental
  • USA
  • Nigeria
  • South Africa
  • Global
  • Fashion + Beauty
  • Film + TV
  • Latest
  • North Africa
  • East Africa
  • Southern Africa
  • West Africa
  • Central Africa
  • Profiles & Interviews
  • OkayAfrica15

    Site Navigation

    OkayAfrica 15
    News
    LatestNorth AfricaEast AfricaSouthern AfricaWest AfricaCentral AfricaWhat It's Like To...Sports
    Music
    LatestNorth AfricaEast AfricaSouthern AfricaWest AfricaCentral AfricaProfiles & Interviews
    Film + TV
    LatestNorth AfricaEast AfricaSouthern AfricaWest AfricaCentral AfricaProfiles & Interviews
    Video
    Arts + Culture
    ArtLiteratureTechFoodTravelFashionBeauty
    Shop
    Podcasts
    Election Tracker
    OkayAfrica 15
    News
    LatestNorth AfricaEast AfricaSouthern AfricaWest AfricaCentral AfricaWhat It's Like To...Sports
    Music
    LatestNorth AfricaEast AfricaSouthern AfricaWest AfricaCentral AfricaProfiles & Interviews
    Film + TV
    LatestNorth AfricaEast AfricaSouthern AfricaWest AfricaCentral AfricaProfiles & Interviews
    Video
    Arts + Culture
    ArtLiteratureTechFoodTravelFashionBeauty
    Shop
    Podcasts
    Election Tracker

    acting Stories

    'You Just Have to Watch it' Says the Star of the Surprising Sitcom 'Bob Hearts Abishola'
    Film + TV
    11 May 2020

    'You Just Have to Watch it' Says the Star of the Surprising Sitcom 'Bob Hearts Abishola'

    Actress Folake Olowofoyeku opens up about bringing the Nigerian immigrant experience to a network sitcom and why she's proud to play a nurse on television.

    Yvonne Orji's First Comedy Special Is Headed to HBO
    News
    19 February 2020

    Yvonne Orji's First Comedy Special Is Headed to HBO

    The special is being tapped at Howard University this month.

    'Namaste Wahala' Is the Nollywood Meets Bollywood Crossover We've All Been Waiting For
    Film + TV
    18 February 2020

    'Namaste Wahala' Is the Nollywood Meets Bollywood Crossover We've All Been Waiting For

    The Nigerian-Indian wedding romcom of our dreams is coming our way this April!

    Cynthia Erivo's Performance at the 2020 Oscars Was a Hit
    News
    10 February 2020

    Cynthia Erivo's Performance at the 2020 Oscars Was a Hit

    WATCH: The 'Harriet' star performed the Oscar-nominated song 'Stand Up' in front of a visibly moved audience.

    Uzo Aduba and Zackary Momoh to Star Alongside Lupita Nyong'o In Upcoming 'Americanah' Series
    Film + TV
    18 December 2019

    Uzo Aduba and Zackary Momoh to Star Alongside Lupita Nyong'o In Upcoming 'Americanah' Series

    The 10-episode limited series, executive produced by Danai Gurira, will premiere on HBO Max.

    Watch Lupita Nyong'o's Interview on 'The Daily Show With Trevor Noah'
    Film + TV
    16 December 2019

    Watch Lupita Nyong'o's Interview on 'The Daily Show With Trevor Noah'

    The star actress discussed awards season and the positive response to her debut book 'Sulwe.'

    Cynthia Erivo Earns Golden Globe Nomination for 'Harriet'
    Film + TV
    09 December 2019

    Cynthia Erivo Earns Golden Globe Nomination for 'Harriet'

    Check out the full list of 2020 nominees (and the snubs).

    '54 Silhouettes' Is the One-Man Play Exploring What Happens When Other People Tell Our Stories
    Arts + Culture
    21 November 2019

    '54 Silhouettes' Is the One-Man Play Exploring What Happens When Other People Tell Our Stories

    The play is the first from Nigeria to show at the international United Solo Theatre Festival in NYC.

    Issa Rae's New Show 'Rap Sh*t' Is Set to Premiere on HBO Max
    Film + TV
    31 October 2019

    Issa Rae's New Show 'Rap Sh*t' Is Set to Premiere on HBO Max

    The comedy series about a female rap group from South Florida is one of many that will launch on the upcoming streaming service.

    HBO to Co-Produce Michaela Coel's Upcoming Series About Dating and Sexual Consent
    Film + TV
    30 October 2019

    HBO to Co-Produce Michaela Coel's Upcoming Series About Dating and Sexual Consent

    The showrunner's latest, "January 22," is described as "fearless, frank and provocative."

    The 7 Best Genevieve Nnaji Movies
    Film + TV
    22 October 2019

    The 7 Best Genevieve Nnaji Movies

    To celebrate Lionheart's Oscar nomination, we take a look back at the celebrated Nigerian actress' most iconic roles and where to watch them.

    David Oyelowo Will Star as US President In an Upcoming Drama Series from Showtime
    News
    09 October 2019

    David Oyelowo Will Star as US President In an Upcoming Drama Series from Showtime

    'The President Is Missing' is based on a bestselling novel co-written by Bill Clinton.

    More Stories

    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.

    Quick Links
    NewsMusicFilm + TVVideoPodcastsShop
    Company
    Contact UsPrivacy PolicySubmit a SongOpen Positions
    Social

    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.

    copyright © okayafrica 2025