Music
This Nigerian singer, known as the "African Queen" of pop music, is famous for her fusion of traditional Nigerian sounds with contemporary pop and R&B.
Tiwa Savage
This Ivory Coast footballer is famous for his career with Chelsea in the English Premier League, where he won several league titles and Champions League trophies.
Didier Drogba
This South African leader became the country's first black president in 1994, after serving 27 years in prison.
Nelson Mandela
This Kenyan dish is made of maize flour and water, and is often served as a side dish with vegetable stews or grilled meat.
ugali
This Kenyan actress is best known for her roles in "12 Years a Slave" and "Black Panther.
Lupita Nyong’o
This 2019 album, which combines Afrobeat and hip-hop, became a massive success, reaching international audiences and included collaborations with artists like Drake by Burna Boy
African Giant
This Egyptian footballer has played for Liverpool in the Premier League and is one of the most successful African players in recent years.
Salah
This South African musician became a global icon after his involvement in the fight against apartheid and is best known for his songs "The Click Song" and "Pata Pata."
Miriam Makeba
This West African vegetable is often used in stews and soups, and is commonly known for its slimy texture
okra
This Academy Award-winning film tells the story of a young girl from Uganda who rises from poverty to compete in the world of chess
Queen of Katwe
his Kenyan-born band's album "Simba" blends traditional African sounds with modern R&B and pop influences, becoming popular across African diasporas. Who is it?
Sauti Soul
This Kenyan runner is considered the world’s greatest marathoner and set the record for the fastest marathon in history.
Eliud Kipchoge
This Zulu king was known for his military leadership and for expanding the Zulu Empire during the 19th century.
Shaka Zulu
This Kenyan street food is a deep-fried dough, similar to donuts, but with a slightly chewy texture and usually enjoyed with a warm drink.
mandazi
his 2008 film is about a young Nigerian boy who rises from the ashes of war to become a child soldier, and the movie was highly praised for its portrayal of African conflicts.
Beasts of No Nation
This Ghanaian-American artist gained international recognition with his music blending hip-hop, highlife, and Afrobeats, and collaborated with global superstars such as Beyoncé.
Shatta Wale
This international marathon held annually in Kenya is one of the world’s most famous distance races and attracts top international runners.
Nairobi Marathon
This Nigerian businessman is known as the richest person in Africa, with vast interests in oil, telecommunications, and real estate.
Dangote
This South African dessert made from milk, sugar, and cornstarch, is a popular sweet treat that has a pudding-like consistency.
MILK TART
This Academy Award-winning film starred Forest Whitaker as Idi Amin, depicting his brutal regime in Uganda during the 1970s.
The Last King of Scotland?
This iconic Nigerian musician was the first to receive the BET International Artist Award and has sold millions of albums worldwide.
Wizkid
This South African sprinter won the gold medal in the 400 meters at the 2016 Rio Olympics, breaking the Olympic record in the process.
Wayde van Niekerk
This Ghanaian diplomat was the first African Secretary-General of the United Nations and worked to improve international relations and peacekeeping missions worldwide.
Kofi Annan
This Ethiopian beverage is made from spiced tea, typically served with milk or sugar and often accompanied by traditional snacks.
chai
This 2011 film tells the true story of Sam Childers, a former gang member turned missionary who risks his life to rescue child soldiers in South Sudan, starring Gerard Butler.
The Machine Gun Preacher