by Meli | Sep 11, 2022 | Uncategorised
NoViolet Bulawayo, a novelist from Zimbabwe, has been named to the shortlist for the prestigious British literary prize. Born Elizabeth Zandile Tshele, NoViolet Bulawayo grew up in Bulawayo, a city more than 300 kilometres south-west of Harare. She relocated to...
by Meli | Sep 5, 2022 | Features, News, People
Three youths from Nigeria have created an app that they believe will aid in the fight against climate change. The group developed “EarthExp,” which blends environmental trend information with social networking and activities. In the app, users build...
by Meli | Aug 31, 2022 | Checkoutafrica, News
If you haven’t heard already, Nigeria has outlawed the use of foreign models and voice actors in domestic ads. The Federal Government’s desire to foster indigenous talent, promote inclusive economic growth, and expand the advertising sector in the nation of West...
by Meli | Feb 27, 2022 | Features, Music, News, People
A pioneer of South African music, Riky Rick, real name Rikhado Muziwendlovu Makhado passed away Wednesday morning in Johannesburg his family confirmed in an official statement. A pioneer of music, fashion and artistry in South Africa and throughout the continent, Riky...
by Meli | Feb 13, 2022 | Culture, Features, Latest, People
YouTube flagship Black Voices Fund initiative recently revealed the names of the African content creators who have been selected to join a global cohort of content creators. For 2022, the cohort of 135 features 26 African YouTubers from nations such as Nigeria, Kenya,...
