New season, new drip. Arsenal’s 25/26 Away Kit by adidas is here.

Egypt is building a $58B smart city 28 miles from Cairo; complete with Africa’s tallest tower, powered by renewables and tech.

Giveon illustrating the power of good songwriting 1Xtra Music is power!

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After sustaining an injury during the WAFCON semifinal against Nigeria, South Africa’s Gabriela Salgado underwent a successful surgery with a signed jersey. This is the essence of African football — where rivalry ends at the final whistle, and humanity takes center stage.

For their latest jersey drop, Pith Africa took it back to the grassroots as they team up with 6 players from Dynamo FC01, a local football team from the Waya League, Yaba. The campaign is a celebration of brotherhood, movement, community, and the raw spirit of youth football.

🎧: WAVES RISING This week, our New Music Friday playlist curation features Tyla, Fireboy DML, Ayra Starr, Lekaa Beats, Asake, Llona, Chella, Boybreed and others. Cover art: Tyla 🔗: linktr.ee/wavyng

Liz Sanya has officially entered the Guinness World Records for “The World’s Largest Sandal”, cementing her place in global history with a bold, creative footprint. The record-breaking feat was achieved on January 6, 2025. Congratulations to her🎉.

During the Euro trophy celebration, England’s Lionesses manager, Sarina Wiegman, got the ultimate surprise; a live performance from Burna Boy himself. A historic moment for Afrobeats.

Omah Lay at Ivory Coast | 2025 🇨🇮 📸: Agathe Caire

Tems has officially kicked off The Leading Vibe Initiative 2025 in Lagos, her platform dedicated to empowering young African women through education, mentorship, and community building.

Nigerian storyteller, Korty EO, takes her lens to Japan🇯🇵. She was invited by the Japanese government, while she documented her journey at the Tokyo International Conference for African Development (TICAD 9) — bridging cultures through her unique eye and narrative style.

🎧: WAVES RISING Each week comes with an updated compilation of fresh releases dropped within the week. This week’s curation features Mr. Eazi, Taves, Blaqbonez, Swayvee, Odumodu Blvck, Synnex Music, Noxz and others. Cover art: Sir Eazi 🔗: linktr.ee/wavyng

Davido & Chioma’s wedding, through the lens of Vogue Magazine 💍🤍.

J. Cole is back on the road this summer. The “The Fall-Off” World Tour kicks off July 11 in Charlotte, North Carolina, and wraps December 12 in Johannesburg, spanning North America and the UK/Europe in what’s shaping up to be one of the year’s most anticipated rap tours.

Akintola Davies Jr’s “My Father’s Shadow” may not have made the 2026 Academy shortlist, but its impact stands firm. Selected by the UK and backed by BAFTA’s belief, the film is a powerful conversation with Nigeria, the diaspora, and the complex love between fathers and children.

On Bloomberg TV, will.i.am sat down with Tom Mackenzie to discuss a growing tension in music: should there be clear labeling between human-made and AI-generated records? The industry is evolving in real time. 🎥: Bloomberg TV

The Nigerian National Sports Commission has begun formal steps to prevent sprint star Favour Ofili from representing Türkiye at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The commission is reportedly seeking to extend the restriction until September 2028, after the Olympics.