James Melbin
Translators, Apply to Olongo Africa’s Multilingual Anthology Project | Deadline: Jan 15
Applications are now open for Olongo Africa’s new Multilingual Anthology Project in print in 2024. If you are a translator…
The New Special Issue of Matatu Explores Civic Dissent and Violence in Nigeria
The newest special issue of Matatu: Journal for African Culture and Society is out and it is absolutely stunning! Exploring…
The Shallow Tales Review Releases 42nd Issue Focusing on Displacement
The Shallow Tales Review just published its 42nd issue themed “Displacement” and it is absolutely gorgeous. Take a look! The…
Apply to the 2024 Oxbelly Writers Retreat in Greece This June | Deadline: Jan 19
The 2024 Oxbelly Writers Retreat will be held from June 22-30 in Costa Navarino, Greece. Screenwriters, episodic writers and literary…
Toyin Abraham’s “Malaika” Is Set For Theatrical Release In The UK
Malaika, a film produced by veteran actress and filmmaker Toyin Abraham and directed by Steve Sodiya, will be available in…
Africa Magic Starts The New Year With Four New Shows
In 2023, Africa Magic experienced a surge in productivity, delivering a diverse range of original and captivating content that exceeded…
“Blood Vessel” Reviews: A Roller Coaster of Emotions With an Intriguing Storyline
The Nigerian film industry, also known as Nollywood, has continued to draw inspiration from real-life events, reflecting the rich tapestry…
This Former Lecturer Is Helping Young African Filmmakers Produce Better Stories
Bernard Muhia, bird story agency When Thomas Bundi realised that Africa could be better represented on the big screen,…
S16 Film Festival: How “Mami Wata” Sailed to Sundance
Sir Victor Uwaifo, the late great Nigerian musician, once confessed seeing Mami Wata as he sat strumming a guitar on…
“A Tribe Called Judah” Amasses 400 Million Naira In 12 Days, Becomes Highest-Grossing Nollywood Film In 2023
Popular Nigerian filmmaker and actress Funke Akindele’s latest cinematic project, A Tribe Called Judah has become the talk of the…
Who Is Stanley Okorie? According to the Nollywood Soundtrack King Himself
While his name may not be a household one, Stanley Okorie's influence is woven into the very fabric of Nollywood's…
“Óbito” and “Ifediche” Win Big at Edo State International Film Festival 2.0
“Óbito! Óbito!” a section of the audience cried on Saturday night at an expansive hall at the Victor Uwaifo Creative…
ESIFF 2023: Jay Franklyn Jituboh Describes Challenges in Making “The Origin: Madam Koi-Koi”
Braving a harmattan haze on Thursday morning, filmmakers and press members gathered at the Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub, in Benin,…
More Action, Intrigues, And Suspense As Wura Returns For Season Two
Following the success of its first season, Showmax Original action thriller, Wura is back for a second season and premieres…
Submit to the 2024 UJ Prize for South African Writing | Deadline: Feb 29, 2024
Submissions are now open to the 2024 UJ Prize for South African Writing. If you are a publisher who published…