While his sister conquered Hollywood, Junior Nyong'o quietly honed his craft in regional theaters and grad school. Now they're sharing the stage as twins in Shakespeare’s 'Twelfth Night.'
OkayAfrica rounds up the best new music to come out of Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania this July. Enjoy the best new East African music below.
In his deeply personal solo show, the Kenyan vocalist blends music and storytelling to explore his life and identity as a queer artist.
As Ethiopia’s capital transforms into a gleaming global city, long-time residents face displacement, rising housing costs, and a fading sense of home.
America’s immigration crackdown is now exporting migrants to Africa. What does this mean for African countries?
With the launch of Society of Luxury Artisanship, a new physical concept store and retail consulting arm, the platform expands its mission to bring African design into luxury hospitality spaces.
The 47-year-old is embracing new sounds, younger collaborators, and a digital-first mindset this time around.
Acy Kare opens up about finding community, freedom, and wins as a woman in breakdancing.
Young refugees are using spoken word poetry to reclaim hope and inspire resilience.
OkayAfrica highlights the standout tracks shaping East African music in 2025 so far, with top picks from Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Somalia, Ethiopia, and the diaspora.
In two days that gripped the nation, Kenyans confronted power at home while chasing possibility abroad.
As thousands return to the streets on the anniversary of the anti-government demonstrations, Gen Zs reflect on last year’s movement and what remains unresolved.
Denkinesh Argaw had a vision to bridge the gap between local and diaspora creatives. Now, KITFO TV is poised to bring raw, authentic storytelling from Ethiopia and Eritrea to global audiences.
Justine Wanda reflects on turning discomfort into punchlines, surviving burnout, and why jokes still matter when everything feels bleak.
How the artist known as Ethiopian Records brought a bold and rooted vision to Addis Ababa's first take on the electronic music event.
Eliud Kipchoge’s sub-two-hour marathon run in 2019 remains a groundbreaking moment in global sports, and a powerful symbol of African excellence.
Kenya’s rising tennis star is building her path to the pro tour while dreaming of a future for African talent.
OkayAfrica rounds up the best new music to come out of Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, and Kenya this May.
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