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05 May 2025
Video: The Lupita Nyong’o Oscar Win That Opened the Door
Lupita Nyong’o’s 2014 Best Supporting Actress win stands as a landmark moment that opened doors still ajar for actors like her today.
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Film + TV
09 April 2025
Join OkayAfrica at the 32nd New York African Film Festival
Four filmmakers will reflect on the creative shifts and enduring themes shaping African cinema today during a panel discussion on May 10, 2025.
Film + TV
04 April 2025
What to Watch in North Africa this April
This month’s guide introduces Ramadan’s hit shows and eases you into the summer season with Egyptian and Moroccan comedies.
Film + TV
03 April 2025
What to Watch in Southern Africa This Month
For OkayAfrica’s April TV and films guide, we have some reality television, some eye-catching documentaries, and a sci-fi feature film.
News
02 April 2025
What to Watch in West Africa This April
From thrilling comedies to powerful documentaries, West African filmmakers deliver compelling narratives of courage, friendship, and redemption this month.
Film + TV
01 April 2025
What to Watch in East Africa This April
This month’s streaming and film guide highlights exciting new releases from Uganda and Kenya, showcasing the latest must-watch films and series from East Africa.
Film + TV
13 March 2025
10 Films to See at the 2025 New African Film Festival
The New African Film Festival returns to Washington, D.C. for its 21st edition, with a stacked list of must-see films.
Film + TV
03 March 2025
The Singular Eye of Nigerian Cinematographer KC Obiajulu
Known for visual compositions that stay on the mind long after they've finished playing, Obiajulu wants to leave viewers feeling something.
Film + TV
25 February 2025
Thabang Molaba is South Africa's Leading Man in the Making
The actor opens up about his journey from Netflix's ‘Blood & Water’ to sharing the screen with A-list stars.
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20 February 2025
Tributes Roll in for Pioneer of African Cinema, Souleymane Cissé
Cissé was the first African filmmaker to win the Cannes Grand Jury Prize, for his 1987 seminal masterpiece, ‘Yeleen.’
Film + TV
07 February 2025
Lolo Eremie Traces Cinderella's African Roots in Her Directorial Debut 'Tarella’
Nigerian filmmaker Lolo Eremie explores the Egyptian origin of a beloved fairytale in her award-winning feature film now showing at cinemas nationwide.
Film + TV
07 February 2025
In 'No Chains, No Masters,' A Beninese Filmmaker Centers Rebellion In Colonial Mauritius
Inspired by his own journey of rage and healing, Simon Moutaïrou honors the resistance and bravery of enslaved people under French colonial rule.
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