Dakar Fashion Week Turns the Atlantic Into a Runway
Dakar Fashion Week has leveled up into one of Africa’s most striking fashion events, literally
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Veekee James’ 31st Birthday Photos Come With the Sweetest Surprise: Baby Eliana
Nigerian fashion designer Veekee James is celebrating her 31st birthday today with a crystal-embellished black gown from her own label, photographed by Felix Crown — and she used the occasion to introduce her daughter, Eliana Adeife Atere, to the world. Baby Eliana was born on 2 May 2026, with her n
The Ghana Movie Awards 2026 Red Carpet Was a Fashion Feast | See the Photos
The 2026 Ghana Movie Awards red carpet showcased a premium display of West African tailoring at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra. Co-hosted by event leads Daniel Etim Effiong and Juliet Ibrahim—who both delivered multiple high-fashion look changes—the night featured standout style moments alongside a st
Two Looks, One Night! Nana Akua Addo Owns the Ghana Movie Awards Red Carpet Again
Ghanaian fashion favourite Nana Akua Addo brought two looks to the 2026 Ghana Movie Awards — a strapless forest green corseted gown with a hand-painted tie-dye effect by Mohammed Abbas Ossu, and a structured hot pink and red power suit with a sculptural fascinator by Mimi Yina of Medlin Boss. The po
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Chukwuebuka Ibeh’s Blessings Is Nominated for the Netherlands’ Best Book for Young Adults 2026
Zegeningen, the Dutch translation of Blessings, the debut novel by Nigerian writer and former Brittle Paper staff writer Chukwuebuka Ibeh, has been nominated for the Beste Boek voor Jongeren 2026, the Netherlands’ annual prize for the best book for readers between the ages of fifteen and eighteen. T
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Eight cities, ten days, three regions, one continental refusal. Africa Bitcoin Day 2026 happened as promised, against a backdrop that almost nobody saw coming: forty million Kenyans woke up with Lightning addresses they did not know they had. Here is what May built, and where June takes it next. The
Cameroonian Author Juliana Makuchi Nfah-Abbenyi’s Woman of the Lake Is Coming This Summer
Spears Books has announced the signing of Makuchi, the pen name of Juliana Makuchi Nfah-Abbenyi, for the publication of her upcoming short story collection, Woman of the Lake, scheduled for release in the Summer of 2026. For readers of Cameroonian and African diaspora literature, mark your calendars
Pictures and Recap: The African Book Festival Berlin 2026
The eighth edition of the African Book Festival Berlin, themed Welcome to the Club and held from May 29 to 31 at tak, Theater Aufbau Kreuzberg, wrapped up with the kind of weekend that reminds you why literary festivals exist. This year’s edition was built differently from previous ones: rather than
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Ayra Starr Lands FIFA World Cup 2026 Song With “Show Me”
Ayra Starr has secured a huge global look with “Show Me,” her new track with Latto
Ladipoe Breaks Down Rap Beef in an Afrobeats Era
Ladipoe is choosing his battles carefully. In a new conversation, the Nigerian rapper talks about rap
Dave's 2026 Lagos concert ticket prices revealed
Here are the prices for all tickets available for the highly anticipated Dave's homecoming concert scheduled for two days in Lagos. The post Dave's 2026 Lagos concert ticket prices revealed appeared first on NotjustOk.
1 or 2 Lyrics by KFMD, Qing Madi & Zlatan
KFMD, Qing Madi and Zlatan Lyrics 1 or 2 by KFMD, Qing Madi, and Zlatan is an uplifting Afro-fusion track that explores ambition, faith, and resilience in the face of challenges. The lyrics reflect on overcoming negativity, staying focused on personal growth, and trusting God throughout the journey
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Where to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup Around the World
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the biggest yet, with 104 matches across the United
Nollywood Mourns Alexx Ekubo After Cancer Battle
Nollywood star Alexx Ekubo has died at the age of 40 after a battle with cancer,
Group calls for review of GMO approval in Nigeria
The group is also asking the government to conduct an independent review of existing approvals, citing concerns over biosafety, public health, biodiversity and farmers’ rights. The post Group calls for review of GMO approval in Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
Nigerian Government to transform police stations into digital connectivity hubs
The initiative will pave the way for police stations to serve as points of presence on the Project BRIDGE network across the country, Mr Tijani said. The post Nigerian Government to transform police stations into digital connectivity hubs appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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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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