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🌍✨ 2024 was a banner year for African culture! From groundbreaking achievements in music, fashion, art, and film to global recognition of the continent’s creative brilliance, Africa’s young innovators are shaping the future.

Read more at the link in our bio about this year’s top cultural moments on the continent and in the diaspora! 💫🔥 #AfricanExcellence #CulturalMoments2024” by @statementafrica

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This week, we’re excited to feature artist Nengi Omuku! ⭐️Known for her breathtaking celestial landscapes and evocative abstract figures, Omuku weaves stories of identity and belonging. Her art blends textured oil brushstrokes with Sanyan—Nigeria’s historic fabric—creating a powerful bridge between tradition and modern expression. Every piece feels like a journey through nature, culture, and the soul! 🌿🎨 #NengiOmuku #ArtistSpotlight #AfricanArt by @statementafrica

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Africa’s finest are shining bright at the 2025 Grammys, with nominations across Afrobeats, R&B, rap, and jazz! From Yemi Alade and Burna Boy to Tems and Ambrose Akinmusire, these artists are redefining global music. We’re so excited to watch these artists win next February! 🎶🏆 #afrobeats #africanmusic #bestafricanmusicperformance #grammys by @statementafrica

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Layers of identity, history, and resilience 🌍✨ Toyin Ojih Odutola’s work invites us to reimagine portraiture through her intricate mark-making and bold storytelling. Each piece unravels complex themes—from socio-economic inequality to blackness and migration—pushing boundaries and creating space for new narratives. 🎨💫 #ToyinOjihOdutola #ArtThatSpeaks #ReimaginingPortraiture #StorytellingInArt by @statementafrica

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This year’s African Oscar entries bring powerful stories of resilience, tradition, and change. Each film showcases unique perspectives—from untold histories to current social challenges—highlighting the depth and diversity of African cinema. Swipe through to discover the brilliant directors, and compelling narratives behind each entry! #Oscars2025 #AfricanCinema #InternationalFeature by @statementafrica

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Stay in the loop for all things Africa! ⭐️ Don’t miss out on our weekly email with social highlights, artist spotlights and industry news for African film/tv, sports, fashion and more. Subscribe to our newsletter today! 📬

Click the link in our bio to join our community and be part of the conversation. #Newsletter #StayConnected #AfricaNews by @statementafrica

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From Lagos to the world, Ayra Starr is redefining stardom! 🌍✨ With roots in Benin and Nigeria, her multicultural influences shine through in every note. From viral Instagram covers to chart-topping hits like ‘Away’ and ‘Bloody Samaritan,’ she’s become a trailblazer in Afrobeats and beyond. 🎶✨ A fashion icon and self-proclaimed ‘Celestial Being,’ Ayra inspires young African women to embrace their authenticity and power. 🌟 #AyraStarr #CelestialBeing #globalstar by @statementafrica

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Meet the Artist: Lebohang Kganye

Hailing from Katlehong, Johannesburg, Lebohang Kganye is an artist who masterfully blends photography, sculpture, and performance to explore memory and fiction. Her work reimagines family archives, merging real and illusive characters to create an entirely new universe.

With exhibitions from Johannesburg to New York and awards like the Tierney Fellowship, Kganye is a force in the art world, constantly pushing boundaries.

Swipe to discover more of her stunning work! 💫 #LebohangKganye #AfricanArt #Photography #ArchiveAndMemory #ArtWorld by @statementafrica

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From groundbreaking wins to unforgettable nominations, African films have left a lasting impact on the world’s biggest stage! 🎥🏆 Let’s celebrate the milestones of African cinema at the Oscars, starting with Z (Algeria, 1969)—the first African film to win an Oscar!

Swipe through to explore iconic films like Tsotsi (South Africa, 2005) and more that have shaped the continent’s legacy at the Academy Awards.

🎬 What’s your favorite African film? Let us know! 👇 #AfricanCinema #Oscars #InternationalFilm #Tsotsi #AfricanFilmmakers #ZFilm #OscarsHistory #FilmBuff by @statementafrica

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We’re excited to share the video of STATEMENT Founder and CEO, Areej Noor, speaking at the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 79) on September 22, 2024 hosted by the Mastercard Foundation! #UNGA79 #mastercardfoundation by @statementafrica

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We’re excited to feature the artwork of Nabir Yo. Born in Mpigi, Uganda, Nabir Yo’s artistic practice spans various mediums, including performance, fashion, and painting, culminating in the creation of large-scale wall hangings and installation pieces. Blurring the lines between art, fashion, and tradition, Nabir Yo takes us on a textured journey of culture and creativity, weaving stories with every stitch and brushstroke. Her work challenges conventions and rewrites the narrative for young female Ugandan artists. #NabirYo #ArtAndFashion #AfricanArtistry #BreakingBarriers” by @statementafrica

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We’re so excited to share that STATEMENT Founder and CEO, Areej Noor, will be speaking at the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 79) on September 22, 2024 hosted by the Mastercard Foundation. These gatherings will address the critical issues of girls’ education and young women’s economic empowerment in Africa. The events, under the themes “Powering Parity—Inclusive Education for a Sustainable Future” and “Invincible: Empowering Women, Transforming Africa,” will showcase successful educational models and explore solutions to create a more equitable economic landscape for women in Africa. Tune in online at 3pm EST at the link in our bio to watch Areej’s talk. #PoweringParity #InvincibleAfricanWomen #UNGA79 by @statementafrica

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