Best Dressed at the BET Awards: Teyana Taylor, Keke Palmer, Lizzo, Janet Jackson and More
The BET Awards red carpet brought out a strong mix of glamour, attitude, and personality, with
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Kelly Rowland, Chloe Bailey & Teyana Taylor Lead the Best-Dressed List at the BET Awards
The women completely set the standard on the 2026 BET Awards red carpet in Los Angeles. From Kelly Rowland’s liquid gold dress and Chloe Bailey’s vintage Hollywood crystals to Teyana Taylor’s history-making crimson couture, these are the spectacular looks that stole the night. The post Kelly Rowland
Owambe Mood Board Alert! Toke Makinwa’s Red and Yellow Looks Deserve a Spot on Your Pinterest Board
Toke Makinwa is giving us the ultimate colour theory lesson with three gorgeous looks in fiery red and bright sunshine yellow. From her striking fringed Weiz Dhurm Franklyn outfit at the BellaNaija Next Gen Creator House to showstopping designs by Emagine By Bukola and Fiolakemi Atelier, here is all
Naomi Osaka’s Wimbledon Style Moment Included a Bridal Kimono, an Obi Belt & a Nod to Kill Bill
Naomi Osaka bypassed traditional tennis dress rules at Wimbledon 2026 in London for a custom, upcycled gown titled “Evolving Ceremony.” Designed by Tokyo’s Hana Yagi to honour Osaka's Japanese heritage, the garment utilised vintage bridal textiles and drew inspiration from *Kill Bill* The post Naomi
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Global Black Festivals and Conferences Spotlighting Culture in 2026
Black‑led festivals and conferences in 2026 aren’t just about partying; they are also about
Efun’s Jazz: From Brittle Paper Series to Masobe’s New Release
Tomilola Coco Adeyemo is keeping us entertained with another Masobe release! Her short story series, that was previously published on Brittle Paper in 2022, will soon be available in a novel form. Tomilola Coco Adeyemo grew up in Ibadan. She attended Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, where she ea
African Disappointment at the 2026 World Cup: Five Teams Exit Early
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has been a mixed bag for African football, with several promising
Serena Williams’ Return at Wimbledon: A Moment Bigger Than the Score
Serena Williams’ return to competitive singles at Wimbledon in 2026 was never really about whether she
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Bloody Civilian returns with “Space Fuji”
Bloody Civilian is back after a three-year break, returning with a bold new single called
Masego’s “Fix Your Face” Tour Heads to Johannesburg
Masego is taking his genre‑blurring live show around the world again, and this time Johannesburg
The 2026 Basadi in Music Awards: A Pan-African Celebration of Women in Music
The 2026 Basadi in Music Awards have announced a star-studded list of nominees that stretches
2026 Afro Nation: Top performances to look out for on day 1 in Portugal
With Afro Nation Portugal set to kick off today, Friday, July 3, 2026, here are the top performances fans can look out for on day 1. The post 2026 Afro Nation: Top performances to look out for on day 1 in Portugal appeared first on NotjustOk.
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Authors, artists converge on Uyo as Boldoz Book and Arts Festival celebrates literature, culture
The third Boldoz Book and Arts Festival brought writers, artists and creatives to Uyo, promoting literature, culture and creative expression through discussions, workshops, performances and conversations under the theme "Sio Uyo." The post Authors, artists converge on Uyo as Boldoz Book and Arts Fes
Friday Sermon: World Cup: Allah did not create the universe for idle sport or amusement, By Murtadha Gusau
In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful All praise is due to Allah, Who has honoured us with Islam, dignified us with Iman (faith), and made us the best nation brought forth for mankind. I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah alone, without any partne
Canada recalls Ola-Ola pounded yam over undeclared milk allergen
According to the CFIA, the product is being removed from the market because milk is present in the food, but is not listed on the product label. The post Canada recalls Ola-Ola pounded yam over undeclared milk allergen appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Africa: Why Africa's Ocean Leadership Matters Now
[allAfrica] Last month, Mombasa made history as the first African city to host the Our Ocean Conference (OOC) - an international convening to protect and conserve the ocean, gathering well over a hundred countries. Yet the significance of the conference went far beyond where it was held. It demonstr
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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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