South London’s Afro-R&B star Maleek Berry has teamed up with Nigerian Afro-fusion sensation Ruger on his latest single, “Lately,” ahead of the release of his debut album If Only Love Was Enough, set for September 27th.

The track showcases their signature vocals and Maleek’s masterful production, further solidifying their place in the global Afrobeats scene.

Inspired by the rich music culture of Clapham and icons like So Solid Crew, Maleek returned to Lagos in 2011 to produce for artists like Wizkid and Davido, becoming a key player in Afrobeats’ global rise.

Ruger, born Michael Adebayo Olayinka, has quickly made a name for himself since his 2021 debut, earning multiple accolades, including AFRIMMA’s “Best Male West Africa” and Soundcity MVP’s “Best New Artiste.”

Oscar-winning Kenyan actress Lupita Nyong’o is venturing into podcasting with her very own 10-part series titled, ‘Mind Your Own‘.

It celebrates the rich diversity of African cultures, featuring voices from six different African languages and music composed by 15 artists from the African diaspora. This cross-cultural production sets the stage for a series that feels deeply rooted in African experiences while reaching a global audience.

Announcing the project alongside the release of its official trailer, Nyong’o’s podcast will transport listeners to cities such as Nairobi, Addis Ababa, Los Angeles, Johannesburg, Toronto, and Kampala.

For Nyong’o, the project is personal. Born in Mexico, raised in Kenya, and having spent the last two decades in the U.S., she is intimately familiar with the complexities of being part of the African diaspora. This lived experience fuels her drive to authentically represent the African journey and to create a platform where these stories can be shared openly.

Mind Your Own will debut on September 19 with two episodes, available on all major podcast platforms. New episodes will drop weekly.

Portuguese football icon Cristiano Ronaldo continues to make history both on and off the field.

Just days after netting the 900th goal of his legendary career, the star athlete has now surpassed an astonishing 1 billion followers across social media platforms such as Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and more.

Taking to Twitter, Ronaldo shared the news with his fans, expressing gratitude and reflecting on his journey from the streets of Madeira to becoming a global football phenomenon.

Ronaldo’s following on social media is equally impressive. He boasts over 600 million followers on Instagram, more than 100 million on Twitter, and around 170 million on Facebook.

Recently, he also ventured into YouTube, launching a channel that offers fans a glimpse into his personal life. The channel saw an explosive start, with 20 million subscribers joining within 24 hours, setting a new platform record. As of now, the channel has surpassed 60 million subscribers, further solidifying his unmatched digital presence.