Ezaga Evi-Ben, THEWILL

Ghana's National Film Authority plans stricter licensing rules to tackle the unauthorized broadcast of Nollywood films. Deputy CEO James Gardiner said television stations could be required to reapply for their broadcast licences by 2027. The move follows repeated...

The African Muzik Magazine Awards (AFRIMMA) returns this year after a two-year break with a new music festival in Dallas. Davido leads the AFRIMMA 2026 nominations with five nods across major categories. Moliy, Burna Boy, Diamond Platnumz,...

Months after Alexx Ekubo’s death, IK Ogbonna has shared the painful reality of losing his longtime friend. Ogbonna opened up about their friendship, shared dreams and the memories they created together. The actor revealed that he still finds...

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, has received her first-ever Daytime Emmy nomination for her Netflix series “With Love, Meghan.” The lifestyle series is nominated for Outstanding Lifestyle Program at the 53rd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards. The show features cooking,...

FIFA has confirmed Tom Cruise, IShowSpeed, Robbie Williams, Nicole Scherzinger, Laura Pausini and Jennifer Hudson for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final closing ceremony. The pre-match show will begin 90 minutes before kickoff on Sunday, July 19, at...

Burna Boy has extended his record as the Nigerian artist with the most certified singles in France, reaching 17 certified songs. The milestone follows the Gold certification of “Dai Dai,” his collaboration with Shakira and the official anthem...

Oscar-winning actress Ellen Burstyn, one of the most revered performers of her generation, will receive the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival. The award recognizes Burstyn's career spanning more than five decades...

Burna Boy has become the first African artist to top the Billboard Global 200 songs chart with “Dai Dai,” his collaboration with Shakira. The song, which serves as the official anthem of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, climbed...

Hollywood's biggest proposed merger has come under legal scrutiny after 12 US states sued to block Paramount Skydance's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, arguing the deal would create excessive market power in Hollywood. The lawsuit claims the merger...

Some of Hollywood's most bankable actors announced their arrival in spectacular fashion by turning their very first lead roles into major commercial triumphs. This article revisits five stars whose breakout performances not only captivated audiences but also generated...