The Gambian kora player discusses the tradition behind her instrument, The Gambia Academy and why music accounts for only a small part of the work she does.
BY Fareedat Taofeeq
From Venice to Ghana to Silicon Valley, Zoey Martinson’s debut film The Fisherman proves that African cinema can blend comedy, fantasy, and cultural depth—captivating global audiences and redefining genre expectations.
BY Fareedat Taofeeq
Malian filmmaker reflected on a lifetime of pushing African cinema towards its destined transformation just days before his passing.
BY Fareedat Taofeeq
Many folks will remember him as “Barker Haines,” the devious entrepreneur in Isidingo, South Africa’s soap opera (1998 – 2020). Beyond his infamous character on television, a close encounter with him is colorfully hilarious.
BY Suzy Bernstein
The South African Music Awards took place without incident despite the rollercoaster ride to get there and there’s hope for good things to come in the future.
BY Melody Emmett
“Reuben T. Caluza – The B-Side” thrilled Johannesburg with a mix of nuances.
BY Melody Emmett
Whether with an opened or closed umbrella, John Barker’s swagger seems to be leaving indelible marks different from his father’s in South Africa.
BY Suzy Bernstein
Onoshenuasi Nwabuikwu
Abioye Damilare Samson
Ikenna Churchill
Jamin Ohwovoriole