The Office of the African Union Chairperson’s Youth Envoy and Google on Monday,   announced the launch of the #DiscoverMyAfrica Shorts Challenge.

It is a month-long initiative to celebrate the rich diversity, heritage, and vibrant spirit of the African continent.

Chido Mpemba, African Union Chairperson’s Youth Envoy said in a statement that  #DiscoverMyAfrica empowered African youths to share their stories and rich cultural heritage globally.

Mpemba said that partnering with Google fostered creative expression and dialogue on content responsibility, digital preservation, and AI’s impact on Africa’s creative industries.

He said that this aligned  with the vision for a digitally enabled Africa harnessing cultural wealth for economic growth and social progress.

According to him, throughout May, YouTube creators across Africa are invited to share short videos capturing their unique perspectives, using the hashtag #DiscoverMyAfrica.

“Addy Awofisayo, head, Music for Sub-Saharan Africa at YouTube said Google is committed to supporting the diverse voices and talents that make up Africa’s creative landscape.”

Awofisayo  said that these initiatives provided valuable resources and platforms for African filmmakers, musicians, and content creators to share their stories and connect with global audiences.

‘’The YouTube Shorts Challenge encourages creators to showcase various facets of African life, from music and art to food, fashion, and local landmarks.

‘’To further celebrate Africa’s vibrant music scene, YouTube is turning up the energy with YouTube Music Nights in Nigeria and South Africa, showcasing the infectious rhythms of Afrobeats and Amapiano.

‘’Two dedicated playlists, “Africa’s Next Wave” and “Africa Superstars,” will highlight both emerging talent and iconic voices that have made the continent a global music powerhouse,’’ he said.

According to him, Nollywood superstar and style icon Osas Ighodaro will immerse viewers in the luxurious side of Lagos with her new show “Spa with Osas.

He said that Enioluwa and The Geng would unravel the drama and secrets of high school elites in their highly anticipated series “All of Us’’  these exciting new shows will premiere exclusively on YouTube.

Awofisayo  said that aspiring filmmakers and content creators could also take advantage of specialised workshops designed to hone their skills and expand their reach.

He said that a dedicated Nollywood workshop in Nigeria, and broader #DiscoverMyAfrica workshops for content creators would offer valuable insights and resources to creators at all levels.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Africa Day (formerly African Freedom Day and African Liberation Day) is the annual commemoration of the foundation of the Organisation of African Unity .

Popular disc jockey, Florence Otedola, aka DJ Cuppy, has relished singlehood.

The 30-year-old revealed that she loves the freedom that comes with being single.

On her X handle on Saturday, DJ Cuppy wrote: “Finally starting to really enjoy weddings, since I turned 30. I love the freedom that comes with being single and not being anybody’s plus one. LMAO.”

The duo parted ways in July 2023, barely seven months after their shocking engagement in November 2022.

Nigerian singer Yemi Alade has berated her colleagues who downplay the Afrobeats genre.

She said that while it is not wrong for artists to denounce Afrobeats especially if they feel it doesn’t define their art, it is hypocrisy for them to downplay the genre, adding that it has contributed to every Nigerian artist’s development.

On her X handle, the ‘Johnny’ crooner wrote: “I don’t see anything wrong in informing your listeners of the genre of music an artist makes especially when you feel it doesn’t define your art.

“Just Announce your Genre in peace. Downplaying the role Afrobeats has played in every artist’s development is hypocrisy.”

Alade’s social media outburst is coming against the backdrop of some Nigerian singers including Davido, Wizkid, and Burna Boy denouncing the Afrobeats genre.

They all claimed that they ditched the genre because all African artists boxed into Afrobeats regardless of their musical styles.