News, Commentary & Social Media from African Perspective

Mike Aremu: Dialogue with the Master Gospel Saxophonist

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“I picked up the saxophone in 1992; I learned to play the instrument in 4 days.”

Sheryl Gambo - Congolese Afro Soul Diva on AfricanLoft

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My kind of music - “Afro Soul” - is a blend of all the cultural ingredients I grew up with - a mix of R&B, Soul, Caribbean, Latino music and Hip Hop flavors.

Rosemary Chileshe - Miss Zambia Universe Speaks up about the HIV Crisis in Africa

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The Zambian social activist, beauty queen, offers her perspective on the global efforts on HIV-AIDS.

Queen of the Track: Interview with Nigerian Olympic Medalist Oludamola Osayomi

Nigerian Oludamola Osayomi earned a Bronze medal at Beinjing Olympics, 2008
The 22-year-old athlete talks to AfricanLoft about the journey and life after the Olympics.

Introducing Bulu Soul With Ntjamrosie

ntjamrosie, Bulu Soul exponent
‘Bulu Soul’ - a mix of World, Pop, Soul and Jazz, from the Southern Cameroonian native.

Actress, Producer and Director Jada Pinkett Smith Returns to her Roots in Madagascar


“Africa is one of the most spiritual and beautiful places I’ve ever had the pleasure of visiting.”

Jusa: Kora Awards Nominee Opens Up!


“I have faced a lot of stereotyping and negativity dressed up as positive criticism”.

Chiedu Ifeozo: Reinventing the World of Poetry by Giving Back

Poet, founder of \'Poetry for Charity\'
Through ‘Poetry for Charity’ we have been able to encourage a new breed of writers, and support worthy causes.

How Fashion-Stylist Remi Fagbohun Turned Hobby into Career

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“….And carved a niche within the American and African markets

Thabani Ndlovu A.K.A Bufallo Souljah


Is he the New Kid on the Block?