Nigerian singer Ayra Starr became the first woman to win the Best African Music Act at the 2025 MOBO Awards, marking a milestone in African music.

AI-powered credit scoring systems are helping small businesses secure loans, while AI-powered drones are being used to monitor soil health and detect diseases like malaria and tuberculosis. The use of AI-powered solutions is transforming industries and improving lives across Africa.

Nigeria's e-payment transactions have reached N1.07 quadrillion, highlighting the growth of digital payments in the country. The surge in e-payment transactions is driven by the increasing adoption of digital payment platforms and the growing demand for convenient and secure payment solutions.

In a significant boost to the African entertainment industry, Nollywood and Netflix have launched a $150 million partnership to produce 20 original African series in 2025. The collaboration aims to showcase Africa’s diverse cultures, stories, and talent to a global audience. Kenya’s City of Dust, a post-climate crisis drama, will lead the slate, highlighting the continent’s...

Afrofusion superstar Burna Boy is set to make his cinematic debut with Black Horizon, a dystopian film and soundtrack that fuses sci-fi with Yoruba folklore. Shot in Lagos and Johannesburg, the project showcases Burna Boy’s creative vision and storytelling prowess. The film’s narrative explores themes of power, resistance, and cultural identity, set against a backdrop of a...