Should African books and movies always promote an African idea?

Should Nigerians be surprised by the government’s invasion of a courtroom and its disregard of a bail order?

Another day in the life of a Lagos hustler

MD Mbutoh writes a rejoinder to Michelle Tchokote’s article on Cameroon.

PhD Researcher Faith Tissa discusses the black hair movement and the implications of current societal perceptions on black hair

Some of the latest news from across the African continent.

Michelle Tchokote speaks on Cameroon's anglophone crisis and the need for unity.

A heartbroken woman shares her new discovery with a long time friend.

Maybe, preferring coffee is the sign of an amazing work ethic and preferring tea, the sign of a perennial belly-scratcher.

A poem on Nigeria

Zimbabwean writer, William Tendai Masara, explores the theme of sexuality and rejection in his short story

The aroma assailed him even before he saw Mama Peju at her famous spot by the corner of the street, roasting corns with her charcoal fire.

Yes, I said I was fluent in inane not that I was very intelligent.

Village escapees is a tale of migration, dreams, disappointments, and hustle. It highlights the harsh realities of African migrants in their host countries. We follow the story of two young men who embark on a rough ride from Zimbabwe to South Africa in search of greener pastures.

Ayomide Oluseye explores the sex for grades scandal in Nigerian universities.

The top stories making the headlines in Africa in the past week

Poem by David Olatubosun

We caught up with our alternative ending winner, Tracey, and here’s what she had to say.

Short story by Ugochukwu Nwafor