“Never knew, 2022, ngizobe ngisathel’ induku,” veteran South African lyricist and musician K.O raps on “THE CALLING”, from his newly released fourth studio album SR3 (Skhanda Republic 3). While it’s a simple line for an MC with revered penmanship like…
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Meet the Ghanaian Biker Community Led by Women
In Ghana, there is a staunch stereotype that comes with riding a motorcycle. The notion persists that people who ride them are vagabonds, criminals, and social misfits. This mindset has slowly festered and is now deep-rooted in the typical Ghanaian…
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The Latest ‘Wakanda Forever’ Trailer Unveils New Female Black Panther
Africans Assemble! The latest trailer for Black Panther 2: Wakanda Forever has just been released. And the trailer leads us to believe that director Ryan Coogler’s talent has reached new heights. Earlier this year, fans were treated to a sneak…
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“My Time is Up:” Trevor Noah Talks About Leaving ‘The Daily Show’ After 7 Years
Trevor Noah announced that he will be leaving The Daily Show after seven years.In his statement Noah described his experience hosting the show as “absolutely amazing.”“It’s been absolutely amazing. It’s something that I never expected,” Noah said. “I found myself…
Read MoreMeet the Team Trying to Save Ghana’s Only Planetarium
Open since 2009, the Ghana Planetarium is the first and only planetarium in Ghana and in West Africa, and one of a handful of digital planetariums on the continent. Founded by Jacob and Jane Ashong, and funded through the retired…
Read MoreThe Art of Cosplaying at Lagos Comic Con 2022
The Lagos Comic Convention (Comic Con) has become the biggest gathering of geeks, weebs, and creatives in Africa. For a day, these individuals get to assemble and interact, geek out, and — most importantly — cosplay some of their fantasies….
Read MoreKugali’s CEO On Making Animation History with Disney
“We have been working on this for a couple of years so there’s a relief in seeing something you have nurtured get to this point,” Kugali’s new CEO Danson Njoka tells OkayAfrica. Over a Zoom call, while working from his…
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Ayra Starr & Kelly Rowland Connect For Ultra Sultry “Bloody Samaritan” Remix
Ayra Starr has joined creative forces with Kelly Rowland to create a remix of her “Bloody Samaritan” record. The Mavin Records artist has been putting effort into her craft, and her recent collaboration with Rowland is an indication of her…
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