James Melbin
Somali-British Poet Momtaza Mehri Shortlisted for the 2024 Sunday Times Charlotte Aitken Young Writer of the Year Award
In a celebration of literary talent, Somali-British poet Momtaza Mehri has been shortlisted for the prestigious 2024 Sunday Times Charlotte Aitken Young Writer of the…
Uzor Arukwe Takes The Lead In Zombie Film “Alive Till Dawn” Set in Nigeria
One of Nollywood’s most prominent actors, Uzor Arukwe, is set to captivate audiences in the upcoming zombie film “Alive Till Dawn.” The movie,…
“Mami Wata” Reviews: A Tale of Water, Power, and Destiny
In the mystical coastal village of Iyi, tradition and modernity clash like waves against the shore. The villagers revere Mama Efe, a…
Zimbabwean Author Farai Mudzingwa Longlisted for the 2024 Republic of Consciousness Prize
Zimbabwean author Farai Mudzingwa has garnered well-deserved recognition for his novel Avenues by Train, which has been longlisted for the 2024 Republic of…
Nollywood Actress Laide Bakare Receives Osun State Governor’s Appointment As Senior Special Adviser
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has appointed Nollywood actress and filmmaker Laide Bakare as Senior Special Adviser on Entertainment, Arts,…
Nigerian Author Helon Habila is Curating the 2024 International Literature Festival Berlin
The literary world is abuzz with excitement as the Internationales Literaturfestival Berlin (ILB) announces its first-ever Curator in Residence for the 24th edition of…
10 Game-Changing African Animation Films That Defined the Decade in Afrimation
In 2023, African animation achieved a significant breakthrough, setting the stage for an even more promising future starting in 2024.…
The 2024 Island Prize Longlist is Out!
The 2024 Island Prize has unveiled its longlist, featuring 10 exceptional manuscripts from diverse authors across the African continent. Among…
Attend the Monthly Virtual Learning Series About Africa by the Royal African Society!
The Royal African Society has just launched a virtual learning series titled Africa Unveiled where you can learn more about Africa’s histories,…
7 Nollywood Power Couples You Should Know
While marriage is generally perceived as a metric for success in some parts of the world, it is often more…
The Covers for Damilare Kuku’s Only Big Bumbum Matters Tomorrow are Hilarious!
Nigerian actress and author Damilare Kuku is publishing her funny and sweet debut novel Only Big Bumbum Matters Tomorrow this…
Orire Nwani’s “Love & Seclusion” Heads For New York Premiere
Conceptified Media and CANO Production have announced the date for the New York premiere of anticipated Nollywood film Love &…
Zambian Writer Mubanga Kalimamukwento Wins the 2024 Drue Heinz Literature Prize
Zambian writer Mubanga Kalimamukwento has won the 2024 Drue Heinz Literature Prize, receiving a $15,000 cash prize and publication by…
Submit to the Inaugural Kenyan Anthology by Soma Nami Press | Deadline: March 15
Soma Nami Press, a recently launched publishing house in Nairobi, Kenya, is on the lookout for short stories for its…
Submit Children’s Books to the $100,000 Nigeria Prize for Literature 2024 | Deadline: April 2
The Nigeria Prize For Literature is now accepting submissions for its 2024 edition. This year’s call is for children’s books…