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Nigerian Artists Earn $38M on Spotify in 2025
Innovation4h ago

Nigerian Artists Earn $38M on Spotify in 2025

Nigerian musicians generated over N60 billion ($38 million) from Spotify in 2025, with streams jumping 140% in just two years. The explosion shows Afrobeats and Nigerian music culture becoming a global economic force.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read
New Video Game Lets Players Reclaim Stolen African Art
Acts of KindnessFeb 15

New Video Game Lets Players Reclaim Stolen African Art

A South African game studio just released Relooted, where players recover looted African artifacts from Western museums. The game celebrates African culture while sparking real conversations about returning stolen heritage.

AllAfrica - Headlines3 min read
Kenyans Turn Cash Into Valentine's Bouquets
Acts of KindnessFeb 15

Kenyans Turn Cash Into Valentine's Bouquets

A creative new trend has Kenyans crafting banknotes into beautiful bouquets for Valentine's Day and special occasions. While central banks warn against damaging currency, entrepreneurs are finding innovative ways to share the love with cash gifts.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
New Game Lets You Return Stolen Artifacts to Africa
SolutionsFeb 14

New Game Lets You Return Stolen Artifacts to Africa

A South African video game turns the tables on colonialism by letting players pull off heists to reclaim stolen African artifacts from museums and return them home. Every mission teaches real history while delivering satisfying gameplay.

The Verge2 min read
Lagos Debuts Diaspora Ball, Bridging Cultures in Style
Acts of KindnessFeb 8

Lagos Debuts Diaspora Ball, Bridging Cultures in Style

Lagos hosted its first-ever Diaspora Ball, bringing together Nigerians from around the world for an evening of music, fashion, and cultural celebration. The sold-out event at EbonyLife Place signals a new annual tradition connecting the global Nigerian community.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read
Ancient African Epic Gets Animated Life on TED-Ed
Community HeroesJan 28

Ancient African Epic Gets Animated Life on TED-Ed

TED-Ed just brought a powerful African hero story to millions of viewers worldwide. The animated tale of Mwindo, a boy who challenged the underworld's god, shares timeless lessons about courage and justice.

TED-Ed2 min read
Ghana Aims to Become West Africa's Publishing Hub by 2030
SolutionsJan 22

Ghana Aims to Become West Africa's Publishing Hub by 2030

Ghana's Publishers Association has inaugurated a new leadership team with an ambitious goal: transform the nation into West Africa's publishing powerhouse within six years. The vision promises books that reflect African culture while supporting education and innovation across the continent.

Myjoyonline Ghana3 min read
IShowSpeed Hits 50M Subscribers on Birthday in Lagos
Global NewsJan 22

IShowSpeed Hits 50M Subscribers on Birthday in Lagos

American streamer IShowSpeed celebrated turning 21 and reaching 50 million YouTube subscribers simultaneously while touring Lagos, Nigeria. The content creator's three-week African journey has drawn massive crowds and spotlighted the continent's culture to his global audience.

Vanguard Nigeria3 min read