13 shows and movies to watch if you enjoyed Shogun

If you were captivated by the historical drama and intricate power dynamics in “Shogun”, here are seven shows and movies…

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Acarajé, the popular Brazilian street food with a link to African heritage

Near the vibrant city of Salvador, Ivana Muzenza makes tasty golden brown fritters from a recipe that dates back to…

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Afolayan’s Vision Overwhelmed by Cluttered Plot and Underdeveloped Characters in ‘Aníkúlápó: Rise of the Spectre’

Aníkúlápó: Rise of the Spectre, a sequel series to the 2022 film Aníkúlápó, transports viewers to the 17th century. The…

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Nigerian Poet Titilope Sonuga Releases Romantic New Single ‘Sanctuary’

Nigerian poet Titilope Sonuga recently unveiled her latest single, “Sanctuary”, a heartfelt tribute to the sisters and friends who have been…

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Two African Writers Among the 8 Winners of the 2023 RSL Literature Matters Awards

Wanja Kimani and Helen Thomas. Thomas’ photo sourced from Beyond Face. Two African writers are among the the 2023 RSL…

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From Afrobeat to Afro-x: A Brief Account of the Evolution of the Genre

Since the death of Nigerian instrumentalist and bandleader Fela Anikulapo Kuti, Afrobeat music has taken on a whole new dimension.…

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Showmax Releases Trailer For First Nigerian Horror Movie “Dead of Night”

Showmax has released the trailer for its latest Nigerian Original movie, Dead of Night, which is now streaming. Dead of Night is…

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The 31st New York African Film Festival Welcomes“Over The Bridge”, “This Is Lagos”, Other Afrocentric Titles

African Film Festival (AFF) will celebrate the 31st edition of the New York African Film Festival in grand style, with…

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First Look at ‘Supa Team 4’, Netflix’s First Original African Animated Series

Netflix, the world’s leading internet entertainment service, has announced the release of its first African original animated series, Supa Team 4,…

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From Nearly 300 Entries, Meet the Shortlisted Writers for The 2023 Caine Prize

The Caine Prize for African Writing, an esteemed annual award honouring outstanding African writers, has…

Bolaji Seun on Influencing Nigeria’s Cultural Tourism Industry

Bolaji Seun is a young Nigerian Tourism Influencer, travel writer, and founder of Naija Explorers.…

Stop Telling a Fat Woman She Looks Beautiful and Brave

Fat is a term that holds a great deal of power for a significant number…

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Two African Writers Among the 8 Winners of the 2023

Two African writers are among the the 2023 RSL Literature Matters Awards, just announced yesterday by the Royal Society of…

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“Glory”, Book by Zimbabwean writer NoViolet Bulawayo Shortlisted for Booker Prize (2022)

The Booker Prize shortlist for this year has been revealed. The shortlist's inclusion of the well-known Zimbabwean author of We…

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Brittle Paper Editor Tahzeeb Akram Launches Literary Consulting Initiative

Brittle Paper submissions editor Tahzeeb Akram has just launched her very own literary consulting initiative titled Crafter’s Ink. If you…

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Meek Mill Plans to Apply for Ghanaian Citizenship Amid Controversy

American rapper Meek Mill has expressed his intention to apply for Ghanaian citizenship, citing America's oppressive system against black men…

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“Hotel Labamba” Reviews: Murder Mystery Meets Comedy in A Passable Story

Nollywood’s unofficial Queen of romcoms, Biodun Stephen, who is known for her simple, moderate-budget narratives, takes on the genre of…

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Glory Solomon Survived Body Shaming, She Now Champions Body Positivity in Fashion

Glory Solomon, a dynamic fashion designer and writer, resides in the bustling city of Jalingo, Taraba, Nigeria. With an unwavering…

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Chimamanda to be a headliner at 2022 New Yorker Festival

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‘The Johnsons Finally Taking A Bow’ After 13 Years on Screen

In a poignant farewell, veteran Nollywood actor Charles Inojie has announced the end of the beloved Nigerian comedy series “The Johnsons” after an impressive 13-year…

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