Music
09 January 2019
2018 Was the Year Women Won In (South African) Hip-Hop
Women reached new heights in South African hip-hop last year.
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30 August 2018
Driving Forces: Rapsody's Career is Inspired by Women
We went to the MC's studio in North Carolina to see her creative process firsthand and talk about what community means to her.
News Brief
15 May 2018
Aïssa Maïga To Lead Ground-Breaking Forum on Black Women In France's Film Industry at Cannes
The Senegalese-French actress will lead a forum alongside 15 African actresses to discuss negative portrayals of black women in France's film industry.
Music
19 March 2018
Sibu Mabena Works Behind The Scenes in South African Hip-Hop, And She’s Kicking Ass
We speak to Sibu Mabena about her agency that works with countless personalities and brands.
Film + TV
01 March 2018
Yvonne Orji and Luvvie Ajayi Welcome OkayAfrica's 100 Women 2018 Honorees
Join two of last year's 100 Women honorees in celebrating 2018 list of trailblazing African women.
Music
09 August 2017
First Listen: This All-Female South African EP Explores Love in All Forms
Jackie Queens gathers women musicians for this Women's Month special compilation.
Writing
07 June 2017
9 Things We Learned From the 'One Book, One New York' Conversation With Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Some of the lessons we learned from the One Book, One New York Conversation at NYPL.
Video
05 June 2017
These Ladies Are Using Graffiti to Raise Awareness on Kenya's Social Issues
This Kenyan women collective uses graffiti to raise awareness on pressing social issues facing their country.
Arts + Culture
12 December 2016
These Striking Photos Bring the Phrase ‘Black Girl Magic’ to Life
Take a look at our favorite photos that make you never doubt the phrase, "black girl magic."
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