What's On This July?
July’s heating up – and so are our plans. From posh, sunny sips to a cozy MMM, this month is all about turning up the energy and making memories that taste like summer.
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Angelique Kidjo Shines in Hollywood, Adidas Opens in Africa, Ayra Starr Breaks Records
Angelique Kidjo makes Walk of Fame history, Ayra Starr hits a Spotify milestone, and Joel Kachi Benson’s Madu brings home an Emmy. Plus, Chimamanda Adichie kicks off her Dream Count tour, Adidas comes to Africa, and East & Southern Africa shine at the World Travel Awards
Chapter 6: The Three Pillars
The new mainstream rests on three interconnected pillars: Content that creates cultural currency, Community that amplifies individual voices into collective power, and Commerce that sustains movements without compromising authenticity.
Amaarae Heats Up Summer, Sauti Sol Breaks Records, Little Simz Heads on Tour
Amaarae teases a new album, Little Simz announces a North America tour, and Sauti Sol hits a major streaming milestone. Plus, Burna Boy goes global, Yinka Shonibare lands a royal commission, and Toyin Odutola debuts a powerful new exhibition.
Fela Makes Grammy History, Gyakie Stuns For Forbes, DJ Cuppy Joins Global Changemakers
Fela Kuti’s “Zombie” joins the Grammy Hall of Fame, and Gyakie graces Forbes Africa’s 30 Under 30 cover. Plus, Oshinowo’s Lagos markets installation wins big in Italy, Juliet Ibrahim makes history in film, and DJ Cuppy joins the Gates Foundation.
Chapter 5: From Diaspora to Nation
The African diaspora isn't scattered debris from historical catastrophe. We are seeds planted in every fertile ground on Earth, ready to grow into something the world has never seen: a truly global cultural nation.
Chapter 4: The Power of Collective Consciousness
When 50,000 people simultaneously react to a breakthrough by an African artist, their individual responses create something larger than the sum of its parts—a collective intelligence that processes cultural information faster than any individual could.
Tems Makes Halftime History, Ojude Oba Shines, Senegal Triumphs over England
Tems set to make FIFA World Cup halftime history, and Ojude Oba returns in full cultural splendor. Plus, William Kentridge opens in Yorkshire, Ayra Starr wins big at the BETs, and Senegal stuns England in historic football victory.
Elba Sparks African Cinema, Asake Drops New Album, Van Gogh Honours African Art
Idris Elba ignites a bold vision for African cinema, Asake teases new album, and Van Gogh Museum makes history with its first African artist show. Plus, Njerae shines as Spotify EQUAL Ambassador, Kwaku Yaro transforms art, Kiki Iriafen breaks WNBA records, and Hertunba radiates joy.
Salah Makes History, Burna Headlines Global Fest, African Cinema Shines in London
Salah makes League history, Burna Boy preps for a fiery fest, and Black Sherif breaks ground with IRON BOY. Toyin Odutola draws worlds, Sobekwa wins big for SA photography, Afrobeats gets a tribute spot in Lagos, and African cinema shines in London.
What's On This June?
June is here – and we’re serving up culture; 6-course dining experience, summer forest walk and more. From your plate to your path to your people – June is about feeding all your senses.
Nasty C Makes Bold Music Move, Wizkid Heads to a Major Stage, Daniel Etim Effiong Shines at Cannes
Nasty C goes indie with Psychic, Wizkid hits a major festival stage, and a Nigerian designer reshapes bronze. Plus, Iyanu gets a second season, Cannes nods to Daniel Etim Effiong, Olamide lands global honours, and Australia opens an African heritage hub.
Black Sherif Bags BET Nod, Rema Honoured in Boston, Africa’s Stars Shine at AMAs
Black Sherif reps Ghana at BETs, and Rema gets honoured in Boston. Plus, Zikoko’s new docuseries celebrates powerhouse Nigerian women, Afolabi Olalekan’s Freedom Way opens the New York African Film Festival, and Africa’s top stars light up the AMAs.
Ayra Starr Goes Platinum, African Designers Dominate Met, Apple Music Spotlights Africa
Ayra Starr goes platinum, Ayo Edebiri channels her roots at Met Gala, and a Ghanian chef champions African cuisine. Plus, African designers dominate the Met, Afrocentric films head to the New York African Film Festival, and Apple Music spotlights Africa’s hottest music capitals.
Grace Ladoja Expands Homecoming, Rema Wins at Headies, Assefa Breaks Marathon Record
Grace Ladoja opens permanent Homecoming store and Alioune Diagne debuts with a celebration of African dreams. Plus, Rema wins big at the Headies, Tigst Assefa smashes a marathon record, and Tolu Coker & Torisheju Dumi land LVMH Prize nods.
A Guide on TALES 2025 by Bellafricana
A celebration of African creativity in the heart of London
What's On This July?
July’s heating up – and so are our plans. From posh, sunny sips to a cozy MMM, this month is all about turning up the energy and making memories that taste like summer.
Angelique Kidjo Shines in Hollywood, Adidas Opens in Africa, Ayra Starr Breaks Records
Angelique Kidjo makes Walk of Fame history, Ayra Starr hits a Spotify milestone, and Joel Kachi Benson’s Madu brings home an Emmy. Plus, Chimamanda Adichie kicks off her Dream Count tour, Adidas comes to Africa, and East & Southern Africa shine at the World Travel Awards
Chapter 6: The Three Pillars
The new mainstream rests on three interconnected pillars: Content that creates cultural currency, Community that amplifies individual voices into collective power, and Commerce that sustains movements without compromising authenticity.
Earth, Memory, and the Spaces We Inhabit
How African women are redesigning space through sound, care, and ancestral memory.
Amaarae Heats Up Summer, Sauti Sol Breaks Records, Little Simz Heads on Tour
Amaarae teases a new album, Little Simz announces a North America tour, and Sauti Sol hits a major streaming milestone. Plus, Burna Boy goes global, Yinka Shonibare lands a royal commission, and Toyin Odutola debuts a powerful new exhibition.
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