Thiam is the latest candidate to be barred from running in this year’s election, perhaps clearing the way for an easy fourth term win for President Alassane Ouattara.
Women cricketers across the continent are creating new pathways to leadership, income, and global visibility.
With a new book and restaurant, the Ghanaian American chef is proving that African cuisine belongs in the mainstream culinary conversation.
Burkina Faso’s military ruler has grown popular with millions across the world, but junta leaders and revolutionaries haven’t always worked out well for Africans.
From Ibadan to Dakar, Ebaide Udoh is chasing a world record on two wheels — and showing what’s possible for African women along the way.
The West African country’s ruling party controls both legislative houses with an overwhelming majority, paving the way for the former long-term president to indefinitely hold on to executive power.
With a new concept store that will double as a creative and community center, the cultural exchange event is solidifying its legacy as a creative melting pot.
The British Nigerian actress stars alongside Michael B. Jordan in the 1930s-set supernatural film, out this weekend.
From his Shakespearean roots to his commanding screen presence, here’s why the Ghanaian British actor is a strong fit for the iconic Harry Potter role.
In this OkayAfrica exclusive, the British Gambian Cornell student shares the story around his decision to leave and why he remains committed to Palestine.
The former military leader had endeared himself to the Gabonese citizenry and was widely expected to win.
Ibrahim Gano documents his travels without the gloss and pomp of typical travel vlogging, all from a Gambian perspective.
Art practitioners and curators believe these returns are especially important at a time when young Nigerians have few means of engaging with the country’s rich history.
From thrilling comedies to powerful documentaries, West African filmmakers deliver compelling narratives of courage, friendship, and redemption this month.
From NAFDAC to Netflix, these mothers paved the way for their daughters' success in medicine, art, film, fashion, and cuisine.
+234 Art Fair brings together about 260 emerging artists from across Nigeria, encouraging attendees to rethink what art patronage means.
Despite the controversy surrounding Raye's criticism of the government, Nigerians are finding the courage to also speak up about the country's growing issues.
For Nigerian women of varying backgrounds and ages, the senator's refusal to back down in the face of intimidation is an inspiring and infectious act of courage.