A visual representation of a Ghanaian traveller benefiting from Togo’s historic 2026 decision granting visa-free access to all African nationals, seen at the Lomé airport arrivals. Attention, passport holders. Togo has just made your next travel decision a lot easier. The West African country officially removed visa requirements for all African citizens on 18 May […]
The award-winning cast and crew of The Fisherman bring festival glamour to the blue carpet during the film’s official Lagos premiere celebration. Photo Credit: The Fishermen/Instagram Before you make your cinema plans, there is one film you need to know about. “The Fisherman,” the Ghanaian comedy that won Ghana its first ever official selection at
Reehaa One of the biggest misconceptions about artists is that when they go quiet, it means they have stopped caring about their fans. For me, it was quite the opposite. The quieter I became, the more music consumed my life emotionally. I’m Rihanat Ajala, professionally Reehaa, a 21-year-old Nigerian Afro-fusion artist. I’m the lastborn and
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Hey BNers! Funmilola Sanya here, and I have some exciting news: I am packing my bags and heading to Nairobi, Kenya, this week to the 2026 Africa Soft Power Summit, and, guess what? I am taking you with me. Now in its seventh edition, the Africa Soft Power Summit is one of the continent’s most
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A detailed view of the fluffy inside texture and rich fish filling of Kikifoodies’ homemade Nigerian-style sardine bread loaf. Photo Credit: Kikifoodies If you grew up loving sardine sandwiches, soft agege bread, or those quick savoury snacks that somehow disappear faster than expected, Kikifoodies’ new Sardine Pull-Apart Bread recipe might be calling your name already.
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Mesoma in her studio surrounded by her paintings and quiltworks Mesoma Hammida Onyeagba, a Nigerian artist, along many milestones has made a significant mark in New York City with her unique quilt art. Her recent creation has been acquired by the Finnish Consulate General and is now proudly displayed in their residence. This marks a
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The complete full-length view of Omawunmi Dada’s custom royal blue Northern Nigerian-inspired ensemble for the Okanjuwa premiere. Photo Credit: Omowunmi Dada/Instagram Ready to be blown away by some blue? Omawunmi Dada stepped out for the “Okanjuwa” premiere last night, wearing a royal blue look inspired by Northern Nigerian royalty. The official theme for the evening
A promotional portrait of Nigerian alternative artist Dwin, The Stoic from his intimate musical collaboration with singer Celeste Ojatula on the song This Side of Love. Photo Credit: Celeste Ojatula/Instagram Long-distance love is not for the weak, and Celeste Ojatula knows it. On “This Side of Love,” the singer teams up with Dwin, The Stoic
The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards has evolved into far more than an awards ceremony. Over the years, the AMVCA has become one of Africa’s most important cultural stages, a space where film, fashion, storytelling, creativity and identity come together in celebration of African excellence. At the 12th edition of the AMVCA, one of the
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The first time I showed up for the IELTS exam, I didn’t get to write it because I was just a few minutes late. The door was already shut. I stood there confused and desperate, hoping someone would understand or show empathy, but nobody cared. I went back home disappointed, watching my chance slip away
