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Meet Raoul Peck, Director of the Powerful New James Baldwin Documentary 'I Am Not Your Negro'
Interview

Meet Raoul Peck, Director of the Powerful New James Baldwin Documentary 'I Am Not Your Negro'

The filmmaker behind 'I Am Not Your Negro' discusses James Baldwin and the creative process behind his unconventional new documentary.

9 Black-Owned Goodies for the Natural Hair Lovers in Your Life
Fashion + Beauty

9 Black-Owned Goodies for the Natural Hair Lovers in Your Life

Here's nine gifts from Black-owned businesses for the hair aficionados in your life.

The Audacity of Solange in 'Don't Touch My Hair'
Arts + Culture

The Audacity of Solange in 'Don't Touch My Hair'

If the hairstyles are the paint in Solange's "Don't Touch My Hair," then the Black bodies are surely the canvas.

African Perspectives Take Center Stage At The 2016 Armory Show
Arts + Culture

African Perspectives Take Center Stage At The 2016 Armory Show

These two history-making curators are giving young African Diaspora artists starring roles at this year's Armory Show in New York City.

This Photo Series Explores The Complicated Representations Of Black Victorian Sarah Forbes Bonetta
News

This Photo Series Explores The Complicated Representations Of Black Victorian Sarah Forbes Bonetta

Ghanaian-British photographer Heather Agyepong reimagines the complicated depictions of Black Victorian figure Sarah Forbes Bonetta.

This New York City Fashion Shoot Is A Gorgeous Love Letter To Iman
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This New York City Fashion Shoot Is A Gorgeous Love Letter To Iman

Beau Monde Society's Jennifer Nnamani reimagines images from Iman's earlier NYC editorials as an homage to the Somali supermodel.

This Ghanaian Visual Artist Reimagines Beyoncé, Rihanna And Drake Like You’ve Never Seen Them Before
Arts + Culture

This Ghanaian Visual Artist Reimagines Beyoncé, Rihanna And Drake Like You’ve Never Seen Them Before

Dennis Owusu-Ansah’s dope visual remixes of celebs in African fashions are about to take the internet by storm.

The Most Badass Black Women Moments In 2015
Fashion + Beauty

The Most Badass Black Women Moments In 2015

From Angolan supermodel Maria Borges to the student leaders of South Africa's #FeesMustFall protests, these phenomenal women rocked in 2015.

BLACK GIRLS ROCK! AFRICA Coming Soon In 2016
News

BLACK GIRLS ROCK! AFRICA Coming Soon In 2016

Beverly Bond's BLACK GIRLS ROCK! will be launching an extension in Africa in 2016.

Okayafrica's 2015 Holiday Gift Guide
News

Okayafrica's 2015 Holiday Gift Guide

The year's best streetwear, accessories, books and more from Africa and the Diaspora

The 'Black Men With Flowers' Photo Series Aims To Cast Black Men In A Delicate Light
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The 'Black Men With Flowers' Photo Series Aims To Cast Black Men In A Delicate Light

Photographer Lynette Luna teamed up with model Nana Ansah to make 'Black Men with Flowers,' a photo series about Black men and sensitivity.

This Video Packs 100 Years Of Ethiopian Beauty Trends Into Just 60 Seconds
Film + TV

This Video Packs 100 Years Of Ethiopian Beauty Trends Into Just 60 Seconds

Ten decades of popular Ethiopian hairstyles and makeup take center stage in The Cut's latest '100 Years of Beauty' video.

Jidenna, Jessica Chibueze & More Party In Royal Fashion At The All Things Ankara Nigerian Independence Ball
Events

Jidenna, Jessica Chibueze & More Party In Royal Fashion At The All Things Ankara Nigerian Independence Ball

Ankara fashion was in full effect at the inaugural All Things Ankara Nigerian Independence Ball with Jidenna, Jessica Chibueze and more.

These Are The Most Breathtaking Images In Ugandan Photojournalism This Year
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These Are The Most Breathtaking Images In Ugandan Photojournalism This Year

Check out the winning images from this year's Uganda Press Photo Award in Kampala.

"AFRICA, this one is for you!": Angolan Supermodel Maria Borges Becomes First To Rock An Afro At Victoria's Secret Fashion Show
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"AFRICA, this one is for you!": Angolan Supermodel Maria Borges Becomes First To Rock An Afro At Victoria's Secret Fashion Show

23-year-old Angolan supermodel Maria Borges made history at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show.

Unapologetic “Dark Skin” Selfies Go Viral, Adding Fuel To The Revolutionary Pro-Melanin Movement
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Unapologetic “Dark Skin” Selfies Go Viral, Adding Fuel To The Revolutionary Pro-Melanin Movement

Alicia Daniella recently launched the viral hashtag #IWillNotApologizeForBeingDarkSkin to combat bullying and encourage self-confidence.

Young Zambians Band Together To Create Zambia's Coolest New Digital Magazine
Writing

Young Zambians Band Together To Create Zambia's Coolest New Digital Magazine

Chanda Karimamusama and her team of young creatives in Lusaka are aiming to spotlight Zambian millennials with the launch of Y Magazine.

This Photography Student Wants To Empower The 'Carefree Black Girl' With Her New Book
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This Photography Student Wants To Empower The 'Carefree Black Girl' With Her New Book

Jeana Lindo created "Elegant Black Ladies" to reclaim negative images of Black femininity through a study on the “Carefree Black Girl."

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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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