Merit Gogo-Fyneface on Faith and Identity in Nigerian Fiction
Author and lawyer Merit Gogo-fyneface has spoken about using Christian fiction and storytelling to address complex, unspoken struggles faced by women.
African Films Highlight Female Identity at HollyShorts
Short films 'Woman Land' and 'The Unnamed' spotlighted female autonomy and diaspora perspectives at the recently concluded HollyShorts Film Festival.
First Features Project Completes Initial Slate of 12 Debut Films
Nigeria's First Features Project concludes its 12-film slate with The Almajiri (2026), capping a six-year mentorship and financing drive for emerging Nollywood directors.
Caine Prize for African Writing Names 2026 Shortlist
The Caine Prize for African Writing has revealed its five shortlisted authors for the 2026 prize, selected from more than 400 submissions across the continent.
Black Public Media Opens 10th PitchBLACK Call for Filmmakers
Black Public Media has opened submissions for its 10th PitchBLACK Forum, offering up to $150,000 in production funding for Black nonfiction filmmakers.
Kelly Rowland Praises Cassper Nyovest in Resurfaced Video
A resurfaced clip of Kelly Rowland praising Cassper Nyovest's live stage performance has drawn praise on social media, with broadcaster Sizwe Dhlomo joining the reaction.
Dineo Langa and Solo to Host Love Is Blind: South Africa
Dineo Langa and hip-hop artist Solo have been named hosts of Love Is Blind: South Africa, the local adaptation of Netflix's unscripted dating franchise.
Third Suspect Arrested in South Africa Over DJ Warras Murder
South African police have arrested a third suspect, 40-year-old Hlengiwe Buthelezi, in KwaZulu-Natal in connection with the murder of DJ Warras.