Amara’s Secret to Seamless Creativity and Community
The scent of simmering jollof rice usually greeted Amara’s mornings, a comforting prelude to her bustling Lagos day. She was a creative through and...
VidCon 2025: What’s Next for Creators, Brands & Platforms
— A CTO’s Perspective on the Future of the Creator Economy VidCon 2025 was a powerful signal of where the global creator economy is...
CapCut’s New Terms Worry Creators in Africa and Globally
As a CTO deeply embedded in the digital ecosystem, I’m constantly tracking shifts that impact the creator economy. A major development just dropped that...
Netflix Acquires 5 Nollywood Studios in $30M Deal—A Bold Bet on African Storytelling.
In a landmark move set to reshape Africa’s entertainment landscape, Netflix has acquired five prominent Nollywood studios in a $30 million deal aimed at...
Merch For Creatives
African creators & SMEs, are you ready to turn your passion into profit and your fans into loyal advocates? Merch is your secret weapon!...
Spotify’s Investment Signals a Bright Future for African Creators
Spotify’s recent moves make one thing abundantly clear: the global audio streaming giant is steadily deepening its commitment to African creators, particularly those in...
Lagos Named UNESCO World Capital of Creative Arts 2026: A New Era for Africa’s Cultural Powerhouse
In an unprecedented milestone for the continent, Lagos is set to be named the UNESCO World Capital of Creative Arts for 2026 — a...
Why TrendAI Is the Game-Changer African Creators and SMEs Have Been Waiting For
If you’ve ever experienced a long day of no sales or weeks upon weeks without any sign of gigs and your inbox so silent,...
Opportunities for Film Makers
It is another week of opportunities. 1. IBF Classic Grant For Production & Post-Production. Deadline: 10 June. The IBF Classic Grant offers financial support...
Opportunities for Photographers.
It is another week of opportunities. 1. The RISE Africa 2025 Photo Competition Exhibition. Deadline: 20 July. Uganda Press Photo Award is open for...