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16 December 2024
Nigerian Animated Series 'Iwájú' Scores Three Emmy Nominations
The highly lauded animated series, ‘Iwájú,’ is a landmark collaboration between Disney and Pan-African animation company Kugali Media.
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Profiles & Interviews
12 August 2024
‘The Lion King’ Prequel Is a Full Circle Moment for Lebo M
Grammy Award-winning South African composer Lebo M says the upcoming Disney live-action film, ‘Mufasa: The Lion King,’ is a “beautiful evolution” of the original movie.
Film + TV
29 April 2024
Disney Unveils the Teaser Trailer for ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’
Set to premiere in cinemas later this year, the cast includes Kagiso Lediga, John Kani, Thandiwe Newton, and more, with Donald Glover and Beyoncé returning as Simba and Nala.
Film + TV
01 March 2024
'National Geographic' Has Kenyan Director Faith Musembi Channeling Her Inner 'Queens'
We spoke to Kenyan wildlife director Faith Musembi about daring to let your voice be heard and her work on the Angela Bassett-narrated seven-part series, Queens, premiering March 4th.
Film + TV
27 February 2024
How to Watch ‘Iwájú,’ Kugali and Disney’s New Animated Series, in Africa
With Disney+ not being available in Nigeria and most of Sub-Saharan Africa, Iwájú will be available on the Disney Channel at scheduled times starting at the end of April.
Film + TV
26 February 2024
Kugali Co-Founders Want to Inspire Africans with Disney-partnered series, ‘Iwájú.’
Olufikayo Ziki Adeola, Hamid Ibrahim, and Toluwalakin Olowofoyeku made a promise years ago to bring African animation to the forefront, and with Iwájú, that's exactly what they intend to do.
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21 February 2024
Here’s an Exclusive First Look at a Scene from Disney+’s Lagos-inspired Series,“Iwájú”
The scene, titled “The Real Lagos,” introduces viewers to the show's main characters, and the cultural specificity of the world they live in.
19 February 2024
Pan-African Animated Show ‘Kizazi Moto: Generation Fire’ wins Best Limited Series at 2024 Annie Awards
Cape Town-based Triggerfish Animation Studios, who co-produced the series, also celebrated a win in the Best Music category.
Film + TV
14 February 2024
Take A Look At the Official Trailer for First Pan-African Disney+ Series, 'Iwájú'
Iwájú, the six-episode animated sci-fi series set in Lagos, Nigeria, will premiere on February 28 on Disney+.
Film + TV
02 February 2024
Disney+ Releases Trailer for ‘Madu,’ Based on the Journey of Viral Nigerian Ballet Dancer
Selected to show at the Santa Barbara Film Festival, Madu follows the journey of Anthony Madu after his viral moment, from his home country to one of the most prestigious ballet schools in the world in the U.K.
Sports
17 January 2024
Giannis Antetokounmpo Is Not Done Telling His Story
On the heels of Disney+’s Rise, the Greek Nigerian basketball player chronicles his first trip home to Nigeria in Ugo: A Homecoming Story, a 30-minute documentary with WhatsApp; and in the upcoming Giannis: The Marvelous Story, that details his journey to basketball stardom.
Profiles & Interviews
27 June 2023
'Kizazi Moto: Generation Fire' is Bringing African Animation to More Disney Fans
The ten-part collection of original short films, backed by Disney, spotlights the range of talent from African animators.
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