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'One Battle After Another,' 'Sinners' and 'Adolescence'Warner Bros./Netflix The  31st Critics’ Choice Awards  are almost here, and the buzz is real. Set for early January, the ceremony will celebrate the best in film and television from 2025, with critics weighing in on standout performances, direction, and storytelling. This year, films like  Sinners  and  One Battle After Another  are leading the nominations, but attention is also on the performers who are shaping awards se

Michael B. Jordan  is starting 2026 strong. The actor has been tapped to receive the Icon Award at the   Palm Springs International Film Awards , one of the first big events of awards season. Jordan’s year has been nothing short of impressive. His dual performance in   Sinners  has critics talking, and fans can’t stop buzzing about it. Palm Springs doesn’t do competitive awards like the Oscars, but its honors carry weight, they often spotlight the performances and careers tha

Celebrating some of Nollywood’s finest stars from the past and where they are now.

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

FilmOne was the most awarded studio at the 2025 Best of Nollywood Awards, including Movie of the Year, Director of the Year, and Best Screenplay. We’re rolling back the clock this Thursday to one of the biggest highlights from Nollywood’s record-breaking weekend: FilmOne Entertainment’s sweep at the 2025 Best of Nollywood (BON) Awards on Sunday, December 14, 2025. The studio walked away with an incredible nine awards, cementing its place as one of the night’s biggest winners.

From cinema to visual activism, these six Black women creatives are changing the game in 2025 and shaping the future of culture.

7 takeaways from Sean Combs: The Reckoning: the 50 Cent-produced Netflix docuseries exploring Diddy's rise, empire, and the cost of ambition.

Some artists make music,  Wizkid , Machala, Daddy Yo, Biggest Bird, Popsy, Big Wiz, Starboy makes history. The Nigerian  Grammy award-winning  superstar is the only one of his generation whose name can sit alongside the late  Fela Kuti , and this documentary brings every side of him to life, giving fans a rare look at the man, the music, and the movement behind the legend. This isn’t just a superstar sharing his story. It’s a legend reclaiming his narrative. SWAN GALLET/WWD/G

Damson Idris | Moxon Edits Ryan Coogler  just confirmed that the next film on his plate is Black Panther 3, and now we officially know that   Damson Idris  is stepping into the suit. How delicious! Marvel fam, grab your popcorn and your auntie’s wrapper, because Wakanda might just be welcoming its next king. The same Damson who charmed the world in   Snowfall  and zoomed into superstardom beside Brad Pitt in   F1  has the timeline buzzing, the memes flying, and the excitement

Mo Abudu, Courtesy  of Kelechi Amadi Obi After months of quiet anticipation, EbonyLife ON Plus is finally here, and you can feel Mo Abudu’s magic in every part of it. This isn’t just another app you download and forget. It’s a space that feels personal, intentional, and full of soul. A place where stories are told with care, where learning feels like growth, and where entertainment feels like it was made for us. Now available on the App Store and Google Play, the platform is

There’s something magnetic about a woman who owns her story, her roots, and her impact, and that’s exactly why Nia Miranda Nwosuocha is my Woman Crush Wednesday. She’s not just starring in G.R.I.T.S. (Girls Raised in the South), she’s redefining what it means to be a Southern Black woman on screen. From her fierce portrayal of Bria to her real-life work bringing solar power through her Eco Sistah platform to Kenyan schools, she’s got a whole read/rap-along book series coming

Film List Curated By Editor in Chief, Sahndra Fon Dufe This year’s Halloween, we are remembering those Nollywood films that scared and  stole our Sleep, I know Halloween is not an African holiday, but if there’s one thing we’ve always known how to do on this continent, it's to tell a good scary story. Long before the pumpkins and costumes era, our nights were already filled with tales of spirits, witches and ancestral vengeance whispered around kerosene lamps. And for those w

Atlanta Georgia. October 27 2025 The atmosphere at the G.R.I.T.S. (Girls Raised in the South) premiere was absolutely electric. Laughter echoed through the venue as guests embraced, mingled, and shared in the excitement of celebrating a project that had been months in the making. The evening had an intimacy that set it apart from typical premieres. It felt less like a formal event and more like a vibrant reunion, with cast, crew, and fans all gathered under one roof. Anticipa

We all love Tiffany Haddish   for her laugh‑out‑loud energy and fearless personality. But this time, she’s letting us in on a different side of her, one filled with friendship, heart, and adventure. For four weeks, Tiffany and her closest friends are exploring Africa, creating memories that are as real as they are unforgettable. Premiering on November 13, the six-episode unscripted series follows Haddish and her three lifelong friends , Selena Martin , Shermona Long  and Spar

Getty Image When   Taraji P. Henson  makes a move, the industry pays attention, and this time, she’s doing it big. The award-winning actress, producer, and all-around powerhouse has inked a brand-new deal with   Netflix  that promises not one, but two exciting films, and yes, she’s producing them too! Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner Taraji P. Henson continues to soar with her latest milestone, a two-picture acting deal with Netflix. Under this new partnership, s

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to put your art out into the world, this might be it. Every month,  Outlast Arts Education  puts together a love letter to creativity in the form of a curated list of grants, workshops, and contests made especially for Black and Native artists. From screenwriting to poetry, filmmaking to nonfiction, it’s a growing space where BIPOC voices are seen, celebrated, and supported. Think of it as your monthly reminder that your art deserves room to

Nollywood is serving pure entertainment this October! From swoon-worthy romances to pulse-racing thrillers, YouTube is buzzing with new releases that fans can’t stop watching. A few September hits are still trending, but October’s lineup is bringing even more drama, emotion, and star power.  Whether you’re in the mood for something funny, messy, or full of feels, these are the Nollywood movies lighting up YouTube right now, complete with story teasers, major casts, and stream

svaff.org Only 9 days to go before San Jose transforms into the beating heart of African cinema! The Silicon Valley African Film Festival (SVAFF 2025) is rolling out a dazzling showcase of films, red carpets, live performances, and cultural celebrations. With the official screening schedule finally unveiled, festival-goers and virtual fans can start mapping out their journey through three days of pure storytelling bliss. From red carpets to fashion shows, from powerful shorts

africafilmfinanceforum.com Something BIG is happening in Africa! Filmhouse Group  just teamed up with the Africa Film Finance Forum (AFFF)  between September 16–18 to help African filmmakers get more financial support, collaborate with others, and make sure African films are seen not just locally but also worldwide.  africafilmfinanceforum.com Before the main summit (on Sept 15th),   Filmhouse Group  and the British Council  hosted a pre-event cocktail . It was a networking s

The UN may host world leaders, but the real buzz this week is creativity, culture, and African innovation lighting up the city. At UNGA80, world leaders are making headlines, sure, but something even more exciting is happening just beneath the surface. Black creatives, African innovators, and cultural changemakers are taking center stage, showing the world that storytelling, art, and culture are forms of leadership all on their own. From dazzling galas and film screenings to