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    Five Reasons Paapa Essiedu Is a Good Casting Choice as Professor Snape in the New Harry Potter
    Film + TV
    17 April 2025

    Five Reasons Paapa Essiedu Is a Good Casting Choice as Professor Snape in the New Harry Potter

    From his Shakespearean roots to his commanding screen presence, here’s why the Ghanaian British actor is a strong fit for the iconic Harry Potter role.

    An image of Dorothy Ghettuba
    Film + TV
    22 April 2022

    Dorothy Ghettuba is Making a Home for African Storytellers at Netflix

    The Kenyan producer has been leading a team in commissioning original TV series and films across Africa for the platform.

    2021 SAFTAs Winners, Snubs and Surprises of the Night
    Sports
    24 May 2021

    2021 SAFTAs Winners, Snubs and Surprises of the Night

    The River lead Sindi Dlathu, once again, scooped the 'Best Actress' nod, while Menzi Ngubane was honoured with a posthumous 'Best Actor' award at the 15th South African Film and Television awards (SAFTAs).

    Viola Davis, Doja Cat, Issa Rae, Wizkid And More Win at the 2021 NAACP Image Awards
    News
    29 March 2021

    Viola Davis, Doja Cat, Issa Rae, Wizkid And More Win at the 2021 NAACP Image Awards

    Check out the full 2021 NAACP Image Awards winners list spanning the best Black entertainers across television, music, film and literature.

    Folake Olowofoyeku - OkayAfrica
    Film + TV
    24 March 2021

    Art Mirrors Reality in Folake Olowofoyeku’s TV Role as Abishola Adebambo

    We speak to Nigerian actress Folake Olowofoyeku about playing the lead on CBS's Bob Hearts Abishola, receiving her late parents' blessing to become an actress and her recent NAACP Image Award nomination.

    Menzi Ngubane - OkayAfrica
    Film + TV
    16 March 2021

    Menzi Ngubane Gave Us Everything of Himself in These 10 Roles

    As South Africa mourns the passing of veteran actor Menzi Ngubane, we bring you 10 explosive roles he performed in the way only he knew how.

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    News
    08 March 2021

    Here are the 2021 Critics Choice Awards Winners

    Daniel Kaluuya, Uzo Aduba, Chadwick Boseman, John Boyega and more have secured wins at the 2021 Critics Choice Awards.

    Interview: How Stogie T’s ‘Freestyle Friday’ Became a TV Show
    Film + TV
    04 March 2021

    Interview: How Stogie T’s ‘Freestyle Friday’ Became a TV Show

    Freestyle Friday started as lockdown content but is now a fully-fledged TV show on Channel O. In this interview, Stogie T breaks down why the show is revolutionary and talks about venturing into media.

    'Love Island' Makes Oh-So-White Debut in South Africa
    News
    01 March 2021

    'Love Island' Makes Oh-So-White Debut in South Africa

    Popular television show 'Love Island' recently debuted on South African screens but fans are appalled by the glaring lack of diversity among contestants.

    Daniel Kaluuya - OkayAfrica
    Film + TV
    01 March 2021

    Daniel Kaluuya, John Boyega & Chadwick Boseman Win at 2021 Golden Globes

    Here are the winners for this year's 78th edition of the Golden Globes awards which took place virtually from California and New York.

    A GQ South Africa magazine cover with Loyiso Gola as the cover star.
    News
    24 February 2021

    Loyiso Gola Details His Upcoming Netflix Special in New Interview

    Loyiso Gola details 'Unlearning', his upcoming debut Netflix Special, a first for an African comedian, in new interview with GQ South Africa. "I consider 'Unlearning' a special piece art," he says.

    Issa Rae- OkayAfrica
    Film + TV
    12 February 2021

    Issa Rae Set to Start Production on New Comedy Series 'Rap Sh*t'

    Issa Rae's highly anticipated comedy series, 'Rap Sh*t,' has been picked up by HBO Max which has ordered eight episodes for the first season.

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