The awarding of the Player of the Tournament title to William Troost-Ekong at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations has sparked debate among African football fans. Despite his standout performance and penalty kick success for Nigeria’s Super Eagles, some argue that an Ivorian player, with Simon Adingra and Franck Kessié being potential candidates, should have received the accolade, particularly since Nigeria lost to Ivory Coast in the final.

The documentary 'Free Money' by filmmakers Lauren de Fillipo and Sam Soko focuses on the impact of a program by the nonprofit organization Give Directly, which provides $22 monthly to residents of Kogutu, a rural city in Kenya, to help them buy essentials. The film aims to educate Kenyans about the benefits of this program. VOA's Kahli Abdu interviewed Fillipo and Soko to discuss their inspiration and the documentary's objectives.

The article discusses the death of 27-year-old Afrobeats artist Mohbad, which has sparked outrage and grief among fans on social media. The circumstances surrounding his death on September 12 have led to an investigation by authorities. Mohbad was associated with the record label of Naira Marley, a well-known British-Nigerian artist. Following accusations from fans directed at Naira Marley concerning Mohbad's death, Marley had to issue a statement on Instagram to address these allegations. The article includes insights from an interview with David Hundeyin, a notable Nigerian investigative journalist, conducted by VOA's Kahli Abdu.

The Sew Creative Lounge, a sewing school and quilt shop located in Maryland, U.S., is gearing up for its fifth Sew Much Soul conference, which will be held virtually from September 8-10. The conference aims to unite sewing enthusiasts for a series of activities that include learning, sharing, and celebration. VOA journalist Kahli Abdu interviewed Cecily Habimana, the co-founder of the Sew Creative Lounge, to discuss her enthusiasm for sewing and what participants can anticipate at the upcoming event. The article highlights the significance of sewing as more than just a hobby, but a lifestyle for many who find joy and self-expression in the craft.

Nigerian comedian Kingsley Oba, known by his stage name Cee Y!, is set to entertain American audiences with his Motherland Comedy Festival. The festival aims to showcase African humor and culture. In an interview with VOA's Kahli Abdu, Cee Y! discusses his personal journey of moving from Nigeria to the United States, the influences on his comedy, and the obstacles he has faced in his career as a comedian. The article highlights Cee Y!'s readiness to bring laughter and African comedic culture to a new audience in America.