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Kenyan Film World Mourns Appie Matere — Trailblazing Producer Behind Kona, Killer Necklace Has Died
Appie Matere, a respected Kenyan film and television producer known for landmark projects like Kona and award-winning films, has passed away
Dec 21, 20252 min read
Tribute: Jimmy Cliff - The Caribbean Voice That Changed Global Cinema and Sound
From reggae icon to cinematic trailblazer, Jimmy Cliff reshaped how Black stories, music and identity moved across film and popular …
Dec 13, 20252 min read
Musola Cathrine Kaseketi: A Quiet Force Shaping Zambia’s Film Narrative
Musola Cathrine Kaseketi is Zambia’s first professional female film director. Her films like Suwi, Dreams of Forgotten Youth and Broken …
Dec 13, 20252 min read
Full List of African Winners at Gotham Awards 2025
From lead acting to breakthrough directing — here are the African stars and films that claimed top honours at the 2025 Gotham Awards.
Dec 7, 20251 min read
My Father’s Shadow Gains Global Momentum — Meet Akinola Davies, Named Among The BAFTA Breakthrough 2025 Cohort
My Father’s Shadow, the Lagos-set drama that has been steadily collecting international attention, has now secured a standout win with its director, Akinola Davies, named among the BAFTA Breakthrough 2025 cohort.
Nov 25, 20252 min read
Aaron Pierre Was Named People Magazine’s “Sexiest Man Alive 2025” — Why It’s a Moment
British actor Aaron Pierre appears in People’s “Sexiest Man Alive 2025” feature, celebrating his rise from Rebel Ridge to global heartthrob.
Nov 17, 20251 min read
African Stars Who Won Big at the 2025 Emmys — Thuso Mbedu, Kunle Afolayan and More
From Thuso Mbedu’s emotional win to Kunle Afolayan’s groundbreaking recognition, African nominees took center stage at the 2025 Emmys. Here’s every highlight.
Nov 11, 20251 min read
Obichi Marshall: Where Talent Meets Tenacity in Nollywood
Obichi’s journey began on screen in 2015 with Meet the Browns, and from that moment, it was clear she wasn’t just here to act — she was here to own the screen.
Nov 11, 20252 min read
Moses Babatope and the Rise of Nigeria’s Theatrical-First Film Model
FilmOne’s co-founder, Moses Babatope, is reshaping Nigeria’s cinema culture by betting on theatrical-first releases when streaming dominates
Oct 16, 20252 min read
Kugali Media: Reimagining Folktales Through Animation | Feature Profile
Meet Kugali Media — founded by African creatives who are transforming folklore with futuristic animation, cultural detail, and global reach
Oct 16, 20252 min read
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