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Adebayo Ogunlesi Appointed to OpenAI Board of Directors - Afrocritik
Adebayo Ogunlesi Appointed to OpenAI Board of Directors - Afrocritik
The appointment of Adebayo Ogunlesi, revealed on Tuesday, aligns with OpenAI’s ongoing transition to a for-profit structure. By Emmanuel ‘Waziri’ Okoro OpenAI has announced the appointment of Adebayo Ogunlesi, Senior Managing Director at BlackRock, to its board of directors. The move, revealed on Tuesday, aligns with OpenAI’s ongoing transition to a for-profit structure. Ogunlesi, a
Three Poems | By Muheez Olawale - Afrocritik
Three Poems | By Muheez Olawale - Afrocritik
Seeking Night Lights i change channels whenever the TV screens an ad. dreams destroy, dad says, especially when they're larger than your pockets. on nights when catalepsy bind me to the desert grounds, peeking at the night sky through the window, i walk the edges of this somnolent world to avoid roaming into
Cyberbullying: The Lasting Toll on Victims and How to Address It - Afrocritik
Cyberbullying: The Lasting Toll on Victims and How to Address It - Afrocritik
The most troubling aspect of cyberbullying is that it pervades virtually every field of life, including sports, fashion, entertainment, and beyond. By Michael Akuchie Earlier this year, following the final match of the 2024 African Cup of Nations—a football tournament in which Nigeria lost to its West African counterpart, Ivory Coast—a certain midfielder became the
Navigating the Business Side of Writing: What Every Author Needs to Know - Afrocritik
Navigating the Business Side of Writing: What Every Author Needs to Know - Afrocritik
Given the overmuch emphasis on the craft side of writing, a lot of writers are almost shockingly in the dark when it comes to the business side of writing. By Chimezie Chika Many discussions around writing seem to heavily lean upon teachings and pedagogic generalisations of craft. “Show, Don’t Tell”, goes a terse phrase which
25 Emerging African Artistes Worth Listening To in 2025 - Afrocritik
25 Emerging African Artistes Worth Listening To in 2025 - Afrocritik
In curating the list of 25 emerging African artistes to watch in 2025, we—as always—scoured every corner of the continent’s sonic landscape, uncovering voices that are shaping the present and daring to redefine the future. By Afrocritik’s Music Board One of the enduring backbones of African music’s ascent is its endless capacity for renewal. Year
Meta’s Community Notes Model: Implications for Content Moderation in Africa - Afrocritik
Meta’s Community Notes Model: Implications for Content Moderation in Africa - Afrocritik
If Meta follows X’s trend, we might see a content moderation system that allows social media users like us to disprove or substantiate a post with evidence. However, this decision comes with a fair number of risks. By Michael Akuchie On January 7, 2025, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced in a video that the company
LemFi Secures $53 Million in Series B Funding to Expand Across Asia and Europe - Afrocritik
LemFi Secures $53 Million in Series B Funding to Expand Across Asia and Europe - Afrocritik
LemFi, which serves African immigrants across 22 countries, plans to use the funds to accelerate its European expansion through the acquisition of a European firm. By Emmanuel ‘Waziri’ Okoro Leading financial technology platform, LemFi, is set to expand its footprint in Asia and Europe after securing $53 million in a successful Series B funding round.
The Menace of Cyber Attacks: What to Know About Phishing and How to Protect Yourself - Afrocritik
The Menace of Cyber Attacks: What to Know About Phishing and How to Protect Yourself - Afrocritik
The "Hook-Up Culture" Is Changing the Way We View Modern Dating and Relationships - Afrocritik
The "Hook-Up Culture" Is Changing the Way We View Modern Dating and Relationships - Afrocritik
There is, for the lack of better words, a repositioning away from the idea of intimate and committed relationships, and gravitation towards more casual sexual relationships commonly referred to as “hook-ups…” By Sybil Fekurumoh In the traditional sense, across several cultural and religious groups, the penultimate objective of dating is marriage. But, at present, there
Jewelry and Ornaments: What is their Significance in African Culture? - Afrocritik
Jewelry and Ornaments: What is their Significance in African Culture? - Afrocritik
The Wooden Shack | Fiction by Ndakotsu Abubakar - Afrocritik
The Wooden Shack | Fiction by Ndakotsu Abubakar - Afrocritik
You have heard Kurugi say countless times that true love does not exist in a brothel; the love in a brothel is usually deceptive. The first time she said it, you felt a lump in your heart while you sat before her on a stool in a short line with the other prostitutes. By Ndakotsu
“Taigwa Goma” Review: 4Mr Frank White Displays a Seamless Harmony in His Afro-Swing Rap - Afrocritik
“Taigwa Goma” Review: 4Mr Frank White Displays a Seamless Harmony in His Afro-Swing Rap - Afrocritik
Is The Concept Of Tolerance In Marriage Now Old-Fashioned?
Is The Concept Of Tolerance In Marriage Now Old-Fashioned?
5 Self-Care Tips For Surviving In Africa's Biggest Cities
5 Self-Care Tips For Surviving In Africa's Biggest Cities
Six Topics You Shouldn't Discuss On A First Date
Six Topics You Shouldn't Discuss On A First Date
Narrative Landscape Press Unveils Cover for Nigerian Edition of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s “Dream Count” - Afrocritik
Narrative Landscape Press Unveils Cover for Nigerian Edition of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s “Dream Count” - Afrocritik
“Mr Easy Loo” Review: The Mandla Ngcongwane-Directed Film Is a Humorous Critique of Apartheid Era South Africa - Afrocritik
“Mr Easy Loo” Review: The Mandla Ngcongwane-Directed Film Is a Humorous Critique of Apartheid Era South Africa - Afrocritik
“Katangari Goes to Town” Review: Reuben Reng’s Film Is a Commendable Attempt at a Nigerian Whodunit - Afrocritik
“Katangari Goes to Town” Review: Reuben Reng’s Film Is a Commendable Attempt at a Nigerian Whodunit - Afrocritik
Katangari Goes to Town is a commendable attempt at crafting a murder mystery within a Nigerian context and successfully meets the standards of the genre. Its compelling story and direction are strong enough to make the audience overlook its already somewhat pardonable flaws. By Fejiro Sagua Nollywood filmmakers have recently begun venturing into risky projects,
First Rain | Fiction By Chimezie Okoro - Afrocritik
First Rain | Fiction By Chimezie Okoro - Afrocritik
How neatly you tucked yourself between my arms; how delicate you appeared, like the pieces of art you admired; how fragile you felt, like glass. You could break, you could break in there. By Chimezie Okoro When you suggested we take shelter under the awning, the sky was missing a sun. “The first rain will
“Dahomey” Review: Mati Diop’s Documentary is a Powerful Commentary on Decolonisation - Afrocritik
“Dahomey” Review: Mati Diop’s Documentary is a Powerful Commentary on Decolonisation - Afrocritik
How to Blackmail God | Poem By Felix Eshiet - Afrocritik
How to Blackmail God | Poem By Felix Eshiet - Afrocritik
Afrocritik’s Anticipated Books of 2025 - Afrocritik
Afrocritik’s Anticipated Books of 2025 - Afrocritik
Afrocritik’s Notable Books From Africa in 2024 - Afrocritik
Afrocritik’s Notable Books From Africa in 2024 - Afrocritik
Afrocritik’s 2024 Top 100 African Songs - Afrocritik
Afrocritik’s 2024 Top 100 African Songs - Afrocritik
“Christmas in Lagos” Review: Jade Osiberu’s Latest Film Falls Short of Christmas Romcom Standards - Afrocritik
“Christmas in Lagos” Review: Jade Osiberu’s Latest Film Falls Short of Christmas Romcom Standards - Afrocritik
“Seven Doors” Review: Femi Adebayo’s Directorial Debut is Impressive - Afrocritik
“Seven Doors” Review: Femi Adebayo’s Directorial Debut is Impressive - Afrocritik
Afrocritik’s 25 Remarkable African Films of 2024 - Afrocritik
Afrocritik’s 25 Remarkable African Films of 2024 - Afrocritik
Afrocritik’s 50 Notable Essays from Africa in 2024
Afrocritik’s 50 Notable Essays from Africa in 2024
10 African Movies to Watch for a Good Laugh
10 African Movies to Watch for a Good Laugh
“On Becoming a Guinea Fowl” Review: Rungano Nyoni’s Award-Winning Sophomore Film Shatters Traditional Female Neglect
“On Becoming a Guinea Fowl” Review: Rungano Nyoni’s Award-Winning Sophomore Film Shatters Traditional Female Neglect
Afrocritik’s 2024 Top 50 African Music Projects
Afrocritik’s 2024 Top 50 African Music Projects
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