Back in March, Nigerian authorities tried to silence Rita Ushie's critique of the country’s failing government, but thousands of citizens responded by amplifying her message.
The platform's monetization schemes operate in only three African countries, leaving millions of creators without direct revenue opportunities despite massive followings.
Creators like Jowodaa, Inicash and TheOddity say a ban would affect the sense of community and economic prospects the video-sharing app has provided Africans in the diaspora.
From Gentleman Mike Ejeagha and K1 De Ultimate, to CKay and Davido, social media has shown its power at reviving and strengthening the popularity of songs years after their release.
Using digital platforms to their advantage, two entrepreneurs from TikTok’s Visionary Voices Africa List are filling a gap in the beauty industry.
Ethiopian women, facing government suppression of public gatherings demanding justice for Heaven Awot, have turned to TikTok to raise their voices and advocate for their rights.
The 23-year-old has styled a number of iconic looks all drawn from the most unpredictable inspirations.
TikTok announces its debut Visionary Voices Africa List, celebrating trailblazing African creators, entrepreneurs, and industry disruptors making a global impact.
The 1983 highlife classic is getting a resurgence thanks to a dance trend popularized by Nigerian comedian Brainjotter.
Uganda, Tanzania and Angola are some of the African countries where citizens have been convicted of insulting presidents through remarks on TikTok, reflecting the increasing crackdown of dissent on social media.
The influencer, fashion stylist, filmmaker and comedian uses satire to push critical conversations about social life in Egypt.
The Nigerian skit maker, who recently won the Best Digital Content Creator award at the AMVCAs, talks to OkayAfrica about the humor that works for him, how he got his breakthrough, and the skit making industry.
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