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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Rodina Williams entered the history books as the first Black Illinoisan to earn a doctorate in Clinical Laboratory Science, a field that quietly underpins modern medicine. Her achievement marks a significant moment in healthcare education, where laboratory professionals play a central role in diagnosis, treatment decisions, and public health outcomes. Williams’ milestone brings long overdue visibility to a discipline […]
Rising actor and musician Jaafar Jackson has been officially cast to play the late Michael Jackson in the highly anticipated biopic about the King of Pop’s life and career. The film, titled Michael, is being directed by Antoine Fuqua and produced by Graham King, who previously delivered the Oscar-winning Bohemian Rhapsody. Jaafar, the 27-year-old son of Jermaine Jackson, brings […]
British entrepreneur and podcaster Steven Bartlett has reached another milestone in his fast-rising business career. The “Diary of a CEO” host, whose unfiltered conversations with global thinkers and leaders have earned him more than 13 million YouTube subscribers, has successfully closed a new funding round that values his company at $425 million. The valuation cements Bartlett’s position as one […]
AfroFuture, Africa’s most vibrant celebration of music, art, and culture, has unveiled its first wave of performers for the 2025 edition in Accra, Ghana. Leading the lineup is Nigerian sensation Asake, alongside Ghana’s Moliy, South Africa’s DJ duo TXC, King Paluta, and Mavoo Swag. The festival, known for spotlighting the best of African creativity, promises another unforgettable experience this […]
