Music
26 November 2024
Four Decades Later, Angélique Kidjo is Still Raising the Bar
The iconic Beninese musician talks to OkayAfrica about her sound, message and the responsibility of true legacy.
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30 August 2024
Angelique Kidjo and Davido Thrill With Positivity on “JOY”
The legendary Beninese French singer creates a feel-good classic with a famous Nigerian guest.
Film + TV
12 November 2019
The Oscars have Disqualified 'Joy', a Film about Nigerian Sex Workers, Submitted for Best International Feature Film
Like Genevieve Nnaji's 'Lionheart', the film has reportedly been disqualified by the Academy because of too much English dialogue.
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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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