Kareem “Biggs” Burke stands as one of the quiet architects behind hip-hop’s transformation into a global cultural force. As a co-founder of Roc-A-Fella Records alongside Shawn Carter and Damon Dash, Burke helped build a platform that reshaped music, fashion, and business in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Roc-A-Fella did not simply launch careers; it introduced a new model […]
Ibrahim Mahama has reached a defining moment in contemporary art history, emerging as the first African to lead an annual global art power ranking. The recognition places the Ghanaian artist at the center of international cultural influence, acknowledging a practice that reshapes how art engages labour, memory, and public space. His rise reflects years of consistent work that has […]
When Mr Eazi and King Promise released “That Way,” they approached a familiar global melody with restraint and intent. Drawing from the emotional core of a Backstreet Boys classic, the duo translated late 90s pop sentiment into a contemporary Afropop language that feels grounded and current. The song arrives as a conversation between eras, guided by tone, rhythm, and […]
Legendary Ghanaian highlife musician Ebo Taylor, whose creative reach extended far beyond West Africa, died on February 7, 2026, at the age of 90. The Musicians Union of Ghana announced his passing at Saltpond Hospital, just one day after he inaugurated the first edition of the Ebo Taylor Festival, an event dedicated to preserving his musical legacy. His death […]
Jamila Crawford Pécou has carved out a distinct space in contemporary food culture through discipline, curiosity, and self-direction. A self-taught vegan chef, she entered the culinary world without formal training, relying instead on experimentation, cultural memory, and close observation of ingredients. Her work reflects a commitment to process, where technique grows from repetition and patience rather than shortcuts or […]
Stanley Richards made history as the first formerly incarcerated person to lead the New York City Department of Correction, a system that oversees one of the largest jail networks in the United States. His appointment marked a profound shift in how experience, accountability, and reform are understood within public institutions traditionally shaped by distance from the people they govern. […]
Collins Obinna Chibueze, known globally as Shaboozey, claimed his first Grammy win yesterday, a milestone that crowned years of quiet experimentation and cultural synthesis. Born on May 9, 1995, to Nigerian parents and raised in the United States, Shaboozey has built a career that resists easy labels. His music draws from hip-hop, country, folk, and alternative rap, shaped by […]
South African singer Tyla secured the Best African Music Performance award at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, held on February 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The 24-year-old artiste won with her song Push 2 Start, marking her second victory in the category and placing her firmly in Grammy history. Her win drew loud applause inside […]
Abimbola Sonde is the Founder and CEO of CQ Beauty Haven, a natural skincare brand with a global customer base and worldwide distribution, serving clients across multiple continents. Built on a foundation of results-driven formulations and personalised skincare solutions, the brand has grown steadily with operational roots in Lagos and Manchester. Recognised for her strategic leadership and commitment to […]
Alicia Johnson made history with her appointment to Georgia’s Public Service Commission, becoming the first Black woman to serve on the powerful regulatory body. The milestone carries weight beyond symbolism. The commission plays a direct role in shaping how millions of Georgians access electricity, natural gas, telecommunications, and infrastructure services. Johnson’s entry into this space marks a shift in […]
