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Hilda Baci, Elsa Majimbo, Burna Boy, Others Recognized In TikTok’s Visionary Voices Africa List
TikTok has unveiled its inaugural Visionary Voices Africa List, celebrating 15 African innovators who are making significant cultural and industry impacts. The list...
Yemi Alade to Record Theme Song for Upcoming Animated Series “Iyanu” Premiering in 2025
Afropop sensation Yemi Alade is set to record and perform the theme song for the highly anticipated animated superhero series Iyanu, set to...
Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ Becomes Highest-Selling African Song in the US, Nears Diamond Certification
Since its release in 2022 as a lead single from Rema’s debut album ‘Rave & Roses,’ the song ‘Calm Down‘ has achieved remarkable...
Nigerian Couple Makes History As First Black Winners Of Love Island
Josh Oyinsan and Mimii Ngulube have emerged winners in the eleventh season of the famed British reality TV dating show Love Island, marking...
5 Classic Songs by the Legendary Onyeka Onwenu That Lives Rent-Free in Our Minds – WAW Edition
Today, July 31, 2024, Nigeria is mourning the loss of an iconic singer, Onyeka Onwenu, who passed away at 72. Onwenu, renowned for...
Breaking: Legendary Nigerian Icon Onyeka Onwenu Passes Away After Sudden Collapse
Onyeka Onwenu, the renowned Nigerian singer, songwriter, and actress, has died at age 72 after collapsing at a birthday party in Lagos on...
Gwọ Gwọ Gwọ Ngwọ: Mike Ejeagha’s 1982 Album Makes Historic Comeback On Spotify Chart
Legendary singer Gentleman Mike Ejeagha’s 1982 album Akuko N’egwu has made a historic debut on the Nigerian Spotify chart at number 95, 41...
Yemi Alade Unveils Sixth Album ‘Rebel Queen’
Yemi Alade, one of Africa’s leading musical talents, has released her sixth studio album, “Rebel Queen,” which celebrates her deep-rooted African heritage through...
Adekunle Gold Celebrates 8-Year Anniversary of Debut Album “Gold” with Heartfelt Reflections
Eight years ago today, Adekunle Gold released his debut album, “Gold,” a project that quickly established him as a force to be reckoned...
Burna Boy and Tems: Nigerian Stars Shining Bright with RIAA Gold and Platinum Hits
Burna Boy and Tems have recently achieved significant milestones in their music careers, signalling a momentous development for Nigerian music and Afrobeats globally....
Must-Read Non-Fiction African Books for the First Half of 2024 – WAW Edition
The first half of 2024 has seen the release of a remarkable lineup of non-fiction books by African authors. These works offer in-depth...
Top 10 Must-Watch Movies, Shows in West Africa for July 2024 – WAW Edition
West Africa’s film industry continues to captivate audiences with its diverse storytelling and dynamic characters. From thrilling dramas to heartwarming comedies, July brings...