Arts + Culture
12 December 2024
Eight African Cultural Practices From UNESCO’s 2024 Intangible Heritage List
From the Durbar in Northern Nigeria to the Twāyef in Tunisia, these cultural practices shape culture and redefine traditions.
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Arts + Culture
06 February 2024
Nigeria’s Art and Culture Minister on Using Afrobeats and Amapiano for Economic Growth
While attending the 66th Grammys in Los Angeles, Hannatu Musawa shared with OkayAfrica, her vision for boosting Nigeria and Africa’s creative industries and uniting the continent.
Film + TV
27 October 2022
The Best Fashion Looks From The 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' Premiere
The Black Panther: Wakanda Forever worldwide premiere happened on Wednesday, October 26 in Los Angeles, California, and attracted a ton of top-tier fashion.
Arts + Culture
28 December 2021
From Lagos to Accra: How Detty December Is Fueling the Rivalry Between Two Cities
The coronavirus pandemic hasn’t been the only issue, as far as Nigeria’s Detty December is concerned. Neighboring country Ghana is emerging as a player.
Arts + Culture
16 December 2021
Here's Our List of This Year's Most Popular TikTok Creators From The Continent
Laughter was the medicine of choice this year, and these African creators did their part in healing the masses.
Arts + Culture
06 July 2021
Interview: Cape Town Dancer Stoan Galela Moves to Tell Stories
Cape Town dancer, choreographer and storyteller Stoan Galela is giving back to his community, one move at a time.
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15 June 2021
Umlilo Unveils Queer Documentary 'Mask'
South African avant-garde artist Umlilo captures the political nuances of queer experiences in the documentary Mask.
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13 June 2021
Scoop Makhathini's New Partnership For The Upcoming Season of 'Catching Waves'
The latest season of the lifestyle show Catching Waves promises to be the edgiest with Pearl Thusi, FLVME, 25K and more celebrity guests set to make appearances.
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13 May 2021
Zimbabwean Chief Demands Exhumation of Former President Robert Mugabe
Chief Zvimba has officially ordered former Zimbabwean First Lady, Grace Mugabe, to have the body of the late Robert Mugabe exhumed and reburied in accordance with the traditions of his culture.
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11 May 2021
South Africa's Loyiso Mkize Reveals Momentous DC Comics Debut
South African visual artist Loyiso Mkize has pencilled an episode for DC Comics' 'Batman: Urban Legends #4'.
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05 May 2021
South Africa's Zulu Monarchy Prepares to Bury Queen Mantfombi
The Zulu royal delegation is preparing to take the remains of the late Zulu Queen Shiyiwe Mantfombi Dlamini Zulu to KwaZulu-Natal in preparation for her funeral this week.
Arts + Culture
26 April 2021
Millennial Traditional Healers Moving African Spirituality Forward
As Black Africans, seeking alternative methods of healing is foundational to our rich culture — something that should never be shrouded in shame.
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