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An literary, arts, journalism, and cultural interest space. A room in the @brickhousecoop. Managing editor @jidesalawu
Joined August 2020
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"Archiving is a combat zone where battles are fought over identity and memory. After the battle, winners inscribe their wins, while the vanquished scurry into obscurity." Shalom Kasim, Black Orpheus fellow, shares a few thoughts on the what's at stake.
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"Ebrohimie Road" is back in Lagos this February, thanks to @FirstBankngr. We're excited to see you again and share space watching the film that continues to generate thoughtful conversations. It's free, but you need to register here to attend:
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Darlington Chibueze Anuonye reviews OlongoAfrica-published "An African Abroad" for @worldlittoday
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Thank you everyone who applied for our Black Orpheus fellowship, which is now closed. We had sixty entries. We will be in touch with you in the following weeks.
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It's your last day to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Applications are open now for our Black Orpheus Exploration Fellowship 2025. More details here (and via the QR code):
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Closing tomorrow.
Applications are open now for our Black Orpheus Exploration Fellowship 2025. More details here (and via the QR code):
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"Ebrohimie Road" will be at the 14th Annual Travel Beyond Film Festival on February 8, 2025.
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Got a few queries about whether artists who work primarily in photography can apply! Yes, you can. Photography is part of the visual arts after all. Each application will be assessed on their creativity and feasibility.
Applications are open now for our Black Orpheus Exploration Fellowship 2025. More details here (and via the QR code):
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"This is a translation that we have waited for. It took all of sixty years to arrive and then another twelve to make it through the interstices of publication machinery. It is worth the wait. This translation is to be treasured, it is worth its weight in gold."
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RT @dejitoye: "Ebrohimie is what one might call a museum of memory...[like] where great battles are fought or great men once lived"-- Prof.…
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RT @tkelani: EBROHIMIE ROAD FILM A Museum of Memory Featuring the iconic Prof. Wole Soyinka 📍 Special Screening at J. Randle Centre, Onikan…
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RT @dejitoye: Packed hall and occupied standing room at ongoing show of #EbrohimieRoad documwntary at Randle Cenre Onikan. @OlongoAfrica @…
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Some behind-the-scenes from "Ebrohimie Road" -- screening this weekend at the J.Randle Centre.
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RT @FadakaFest: We will be screening @kolatubosun's Ebrohimie Road at 1pm tomorrow. It is one of features on The Kelanial Era, a segment ce…
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Okay, this has now sold out, and we look forward to seeing you there. But to account for people who registered and may not show up, as it often happens, we'll open up the registration link for one lucky registrant each day between now and Sunday. Good luck.
By popular demand, "Ebrohimie Road" is back in Lagos for the holidays. December 29 at the J. Randle Centre, thanks to generous support by @Sterling_Bankng. Attendance is free but you have to register first. The link is here: and space is limited.
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