After Africa Now: Why Paris Needs a Second Edition, and the Designers Who Made the Case
For three weeks, eleven African designers held court on the third floor of Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann. The pop-up is closed now. What it opened, is not.
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FASHION
Need Fresh Workwear Ideas? Start With These 3 Celebrity Looks
Looking for fresh workwear inspiration? Take style cues from Akin Faminu, Rita Dominic and Adekunle Gold, who each offer a different take on modern tailoring, bold colour and timeless office dressing for your next workday. The post Need Fresh Workwear Ideas? Start With These 3 Celebrity Looks appear
Rita Dominic Turns Up in Monochrome Yellow for Her Birthday and the Look Is Stunning
Rita Dominic completely rewrote the birthday style rules in a boss-level monochromatic tailored pantsuit and a massive faux-fur train. The post Rita Dominic Turns Up in Monochrome Yellow for Her Birthday and the Look Is Stunning appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read tod
How Do You Style Apple Green and Gold? Take Notes From Toyin Abraham
Toyin Abraham Ajeyemi just gave us a masterclass in styling apple green and gold. Her structured satin wrapped jacket and textured geometric column skirt are pure inspiration for your next high-society event. The post How Do You Style Apple Green and Gold? Take Notes From Toyin Abraham appeared firs
CULTURE
A Shroud Woven In | Aderonke Adeola | Fiction
The words of the accursed letter were etched in your brain to the point where you could recite it by heart. Nevertheless, you read it multiple times a day regardless of how it filled you with rage and rendered you powerless. You retreated to your bedroom and lay under the soft duvet with the […]
African Horror: An Anthology | Available Now
Editor’s Note Dear Brittle Paperians, The unknown is scary, but the terrifying is found in the shadows we have named. These names are either from our day-to-day encounters, or passed down to us from a long line of people who have, out of love and obligation, warned us to avoid it at all […]
To be Black is to be foreign and Othered: Weaponising colonial borders to fracture PanAfrican unity
In South Africa and across the globe, systemic governance failures are being weaponized into rampant anti-Black xenophobia. This calculated ethno-nationalism forces oppressed communities to project their trauma inward, punching sideways at fellow Black migrants. Driven by the enduring architecture o
Racial stereotypes of African footballers persist. A World Cup is a good time to talk about them
Africans are often sold as physically strong with raw talent, but lacking in discipline and technical refinement. The post Racial stereotypes of African footballers persist. A World Cup is a good time to talk about them appeared first on This is Africa.
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MUSIC
Osei Baby Lyrics by Kemuel
Kemuel Lyrics Osei Baby by Kemuel is a romantic upbeat song centered on love, devotion, and emotional commitment, the lyrics express the singer's sincere affection for his love interest, emphasizing that his feelings are genuine and unlike anyone else's, while blending playful flirtation with heartf
Money Lyrics by Solidstar
Solidstar Lyrics Money lyrics by Solidstar revolve around the relentless pursuit of wealth, success, and a luxurious lifestyle, emphasizing that financial gain is the top priority. The song blends street-inspired confidence with references to designer fashion, international connections, and living l
How Are You? Lyrics by Levelz Up
Levelz Up Lyrics How Are You? lyrics by Levelz Up celebrate cultural diversity by showcasing the many ways people greet one another across different countries and languages. The song highlights that, despite linguistic and cultural differences, asking "How are you?" is a universal expression of kind
Nigeria dominates Africa's most-streamed R&B songs on Spotify in 2025
Nigeria has dominated the list of Africa's most-streamed R&B songs for the year 2025 with the country's artists taking the most spots in top 5. The post Nigeria dominates Africa's most-streamed R&B songs on Spotify in 2025 appeared first on NotjustOk.
NEWS
Children were beaten, men chained — Rescued Oyo principal recounts kidnappers’ brutality
"The youngest of them, Waliya and Salam, received the worst beating. They would cover their mouths with clothes, tie them and beat them severely," the principal said. The post Children were beaten, men chained — Rescued Oyo principal recounts kidnappers’ brutality appeared first on Premium Times Nig
Nigeria: Dangote Offers N500,000 Reward to Curb Illegal Use of Company Trucks
[This Day] Abuja -- Dangote Industries Limited has launched a whistleblower initiative offering a cash reward of N500,000 to members of the public who provide credible information leading to the arrest of individuals involved in the illegal use of its trucks or the recovery of unauthorised goods bei
Uganda: Besigye Says He Was Brought to Court 'Under Duress'
[Nile Post] Besigye tells court he was brought under duress and appeared without legal representation. Prosecution says repeated absence of defence lawyers is delaying the trial and seeks to proceed. Defence insists pending applications on legal representation and disclosure of evidence must be reso
Zimbabwe: Matapi Makeover Wins Parliamentary Praise During Oversight Tour
[263Chat] The Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Local Government and National Housing has praised the ongoing refurbishment of the historic Matapi Flats in Mbare describing the project as a model for urban renewal and an example of how public-private partnerships can help address the country's ho
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INTERVIEW
14 Reasons Why AFROPOLITAiN Cover Male Boris Kodjoe Is The Quintessential Man
Boris Kodjoe graced the cover of Afropolitain and during his interview we got a glimpse into his philanthropy, his family life and how he views his place in the world. One of those things that stands out for him is his ability to center everything he does around his family.
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