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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

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

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Nigerian Poet Titilope Sonuga Releases Romantic New Single ‘Sanctuary’

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Storm Across The Sahel review — Revisiting the Aftermath of the Boko Haram Insurgency

In his 1972 classic, Homecoming, Kenyan writer Ngugi Wa Thing'o asserts that literature does not develop in a vacuum. It…

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How Christiana Oderemi uses the spiritual benefits of Yoga to cope with the human condition

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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…

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“Ugo: A Homecoming Story” Explores Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Nigerian Homecoming

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Chibundo Onuzo Releases Soulful Single Titled Mirror

Nigerian author Chibundu Onuzo has released a new single titled “Mirror”. Unlike her previous laidback songs, this one is upbeat and…

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“Mami Wata” Reviews: A Tale of Water, Power, and Destiny

In the mystical coastal village of Iyi, tradition and modernity clash like waves against the shore. The villagers revere Mama Efe, a…

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5 African Authors Made it to the 2024 Dublin Literary Award Longlist

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