Will.i.am has added a new title to his long list of identities: professor. The Grammy-winning artist, entrepreneur, and technology advocate is now teaching a course titled The Agentic Self at Arizona State University, marking his formal entry into academia at the intersection of artificial intelligence and creative innovation. The course focuses on how students can understand and build AI-powered […]
For nearly eight years, Genevieve Nnaji existed in Nigerian cinema as both an absence and a presence. She stepped away from acting quietly, without the prolonged public explanations that often accompany celebrity disappearances, yet her influence never truly left the conversation. Nollywood evolved rapidly during that period. Streaming platforms reshaped distribution, younger stars rose into prominence, and African storytelling […]
Dystany Spurlock has made motorsport history as the first Black woman to compete in a NASCAR national series, marking a defining moment in the sport’s long and complex relationship with representation. Her entry into one of America’s most competitive racing ecosystems signals a shift that extends beyond personal achievement. It reflects a gradual opening of a space that has […]
Francis Ngannou walked back into mixed martial arts with the kind of performance that immediately reset the conversation around his place in combat sports. The Cameroonian heavyweight delivered a devastating first-round knockout victory in his long-awaited MMA return, ending the fight within minutes and reminding audiences why his presence still commands attention across the global fight industry. After months […]
African and Afro-Caribbean music recorded another major commercial breakthrough in Europe this week as Joé Dwèt Filé and Burna Boy’s collaborative single “4 Kampé II” officially earned Gold certification in France after surpassing 15 million equivalent streams. The achievement reinforced the growing strength of multilingual Black music within one of Europe’s most influential music markets, where streaming culture continues […]
Nigeria will field a 45-athlete contingent at the 2026 CAA Senior Athletics Championships, with leading names including world champion hurdler Tobi Amusan and shot put specialist Chukwuebuka Enekwechi confirmed among those selected by the Athletics Federation of Nigeria. The squad, announced by the Athletics Federation of Nigeria, comprises 25 female athletes and 20 male athletes. The selection reflects a […]
Dr. Oluwadamilola ‘Lola’ Fayanju has been appointed Head of Surgery at Queen’s, marking a significant leadership transition for the institution and adding to a growing list of African-born professionals shaping global healthcare systems. The Nigerian-born surgeon, known for her work in breast cancer care and health equity, assumes the role after serving as Chief of Breast Surgery at University […]
At an age when most sprint careers are archived and celebrated in retrospect, Allyson Felix has chosen a different direction. The most decorated woman in Olympic track and field history has announced her return to competitive athletics, setting her sights on the 2028 Summer Olympics. The decision places her back in a system she once dominated, this time with […]
There are moments in a fighter’s career when a performance does more than secure a win. It sets a tone. For Elizabeth Oshoba, her Most Valuable Promotions debut delivered exactly that. Facing Chelsey Arnell, the Nigerian featherweight controlled the fight from early exchanges and forced a technical knockout in the third round, extending her professional record to 10-0 and […]
At a time when African music continues to command global attention, Tiwa Savage is directing part of that momentum toward the next generation. The award-winning Nigerian artist has launched a new music foundation designed to support emerging African creatives with access to training, mentorship, and industry resources. The initiative reflects a shift from personal success toward long-term investment in […]
