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At 68, The Nollywood Pillar Who Went Pan-African Before Streaming Made It Cool Reflects on Building Distribution Networks Across Three Decades By Sahndra Fon Dufe, Editor-in-Chief | Black Film Wire, Atlanta GA February 4, 2026 Zack Orji|2024 On his 68th birthday, Nollywood veteran Zack Orji is still building.  He is not retiring to retrospectives or tribute galas, but commissioning scripts, directing across borders, and preparing to launch an owned YouTube channel as platform

One of the biggest headlines this season comes from Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, and his foundation’s bold new move. On December 14, the Aliko Dangote Foundation announced a historic pledge of N1 trillion ($688 million) over the next decade to strengthen Nigeria’s education system. It’s a massive commitment with an equally massive vision: the initiative will start by supporting 45,000 students and scale up to reach 1.33 million beneficiaries. The focus? STEM education

Netflix's $82.7B acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery reshapes entertainment. What does this mega-merger mean for Black creatives globally?

Bridgetown, Barbados  – The Diaspora is mostly familiar with Hollywood’s blockbusters kings presented by Marvel and other American studios. We've watched The King's Speech , where a stammering monarch finds his voice to lead a nation through war. We've felt the weight of T'Challa returning to Wakanda to claim his throne in Black Panther . We've laughed as Prince Akeem crossed an ocean to find love in Coming to America  I & II. But on November 11, 2025, something far more prof

92 Films. 32 Countries. 1 Weekend.   October 9–12, 2025 | San Jose. Founder(SVAFF) Chike Nwoffiah honors Souleymane Cisse, October 9–12, 2025 | San Jose  Asha Weal, Rice Media “Original landlords of the planet.” Chike Nwoffiah doesn’t just say it, he means it. The founder and festival director of the Silicon Valley African Film Festival (SVAFF) has spent the last 16 years pulling off what sounds, on paper, like a fever dream: an African film festival thriving in the tech capi

ML Premiere | Photo Credits: Adebare Adedoyin  Maas Concepts Photography Toronto, Canada - September 11, 2025:  Nollywood icon Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde made history this week at the Toronto International Film Festival, where her directorial debut, Mother’s Love , screened as part of the official Industry Market program. The screening took place on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at TIFF Lightbox Cinema 5, during the festival’s landmark 50th anniversary celebrations. At the red car

A Look inside the Chivido and Otedola white weddings. Africa’s Richest Man, Dangote, as VIP at both events #Chivido25 | #MrEaziwedding A Tale of Ice and Fire- Same Weekend, Different Vibes What do two of Africa’s biggest stars have in common this week? Their happily ever afters were a study in contrasts. One chose a quiet, breathtaking backdrop for a select few, while the other threw a monumental bash for the world to see. Yet both were equally magical in their own right, rem

RMD, at Radio Voice Los Angeles Premiere | PHOTOGRAPHY BY Shaks for Black Film Wire On July 3, Nollywood royalty descended on Hollywood Boulevard and made it clear: we’re not here to play — we’re here to project power and show up in undeniable style. The U.S. premiere of Radio Voice , starring the legendary Richard Mofe-Damijo (or as the world knows him: RMD), was not just a screening — it was a movement. A cultural flashpoint. A standing ovation in waiting. RMD, son, and fam

Angela White: The Visionary Expanding the Scope of Global Cinema As June 2025 unfolds, powerhouse producer Angela White  celebrates major milestones: her Pan-African thriller Nine now streams in 45 countries with unexpectedly strong viewership in Australia and the UK, while her faith-based hit A Question of Faith prepares for its Tubi debut seven years after its initial release - proving the enduring power of her storytelling. Angela White has long been a force in the enterta

By Sahndra Fon Dufe | Black Film Wire The 20th anniversary of the BET Awards pulled off the impossible: they gave us gospel and Glorilla, Snoop and scripture, Mariah and a mic stand. I showed up ready for Black excellence… but I was not prepared for the emotional rollercoaster that would follow. This show was part sermon, part soul train, part fever dream. From Jamie Foxx’s miraculous return to Taraji P. Henson turning every outfit change into a full-blown theatrical moment,

New York, NY — June 5, 2025 Global music icon Wizkid made a striking entrance at the world premiere of his new documentary, “Wizkid: Long Live Lagos,” at the Tribeca Film Festival last night — and he wasn’t alone. The Afrobeats superstar arrived alongside longtime partner Jada Pollock and their daughter,  turning the red carpet into a proud family affair that lit up social media. The documentary, which dives deep into Wizkid’s journey from Surulere to sold-out arenas, is a lo

Post-Event Editorial by Black Film Wire From May 6 to 8, 2025, Los Angeles became a meeting point for visionary creatives, cultural...

From L-R: Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD), Ayra Starr, and Zackary Momoh  join the star-studded cast of the Children of Blood and Bone adaptation, alongside Viola Davis, Idris Elba, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Cynthia Erivo, Thuso Mbedu, Amandla Stenberg, Damson Idris,  and Tosin Cole . Here's what to know about this game-changing fantasy film! RMD, Ayra Starr, Zackary Momoh Trio Join Cast of Children and Bone. EDITOR’S PICK - Paramount Pictures has officially announced that legendary Nigeri

A TIMINI EGBUSON Conversation with The Black Film Wire (Interview) Timini Egbuson: Nollywood’s Leading Man Redefining Stardom Timini Egbuson has long established himself as one of Nollywood’s most bankable stars, bringing charm, depth, and undeniable screen presence to every role he takes on. With over 71 IMDb-credited films and even more under his belt, including A   Tribe Called Judah,  and Smart Money Woman , among many others, his career trajectory has been nothing short

Djimon Hounsou with other industry counterparts Di Caprio and Joaquin. Djimon Hounsou—A Legacy of Excellence Amid Industry Disparities...

Actress | Entrepreneur | Author | Mental Health Advocate Taraji Penda Henson ’s journey from aspiring actress to one of the most celebrated figures in Hollywood is a story of resilience, talent, and purpose. As a trailblazing Black woman in Hollywood, Henson has used her platform to break down barriers, and amplify marginalised voices as an actress, entrepreneur, author, and mental health advocate. she is a force both on-screen and off, proving that she’s much more than an ac