News, Commentary & Social Media from African Perspective

Jimmy Jean Louis – Turning Tragedy into Triumph

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“Playing a Haitian hero on television put some pressure on me as far as stepping up to the plate. Especially knowing the situation in Haiti, I had to speak up”

With Niyi Akinmolayan, Director Nollywood Sci-fi Flick ‘Kajola’

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“I dropped out of school to pursue what was natural to me: media and entertainment…and I realized if I had to make a difference, I needed to try something no one had tried before.”

A Heart To Mend: Myne Whitman Talks About Her New Book

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a captivating first novel that presents the gripping tale of a young woman finding her feet in the world and how her life intersects with that of the wealthy egoist she meets.

Ten Minutes with Laurence Fishburne

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Laurence Fishburne has built a successful film career that spans three decades and talks to AfricanLoft about his latest heist drama “Armored”.

On your Wedding Day with Munaluchi Bridal

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“It all started as we prepared for our wedding we realized that there seemed to be no form of database on where Africans in the diaspora can get items that are necessary for a wedding.” – Jackie, publisher of first African bridal magazine, Munaluchi Bridal.

A Moment with Bunmi Fash, Author of “In Her Eyes”

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I wrote one of the chapters of the novel in a taxi, on my way home. It was real there and then…

Baaba Maal’s “Television”

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The acoustic guitar playing traditional folk Senegalese musician discusses his latest album, “Television”.

Pascal Atuma: Our Nollywood Comedian in the Diaspora

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Pamela Stitch vs. Pascal Atuma. AfricanLoft talks to US-based Nigerian actor and movie producer.

Oris Erhuero: Our Rennaisance Man On Nollywood, Modeling and Life

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One of the most versatile model and actor from the African continent tells AfricanLoft what makes him tick.

Kwesi Boakye: Hollywood’s Cutest Kid

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Wise beyond his years, 10-year-old Kwesi has the presence of a Hollywood veteran and is able to answer interview questions with the ease of a 50-year professional. He tells AfricanLoft all about his latest projects.