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African Stars Shine: Paris Fashion Week, Philanthropy, and Chart-Topping Music This Week
African Celebrities
This week's African celebrity news features stars gracing Paris Fashion Week, notable philanthropic efforts, and ongoing success in the music industry, highlighting a vibrant and globally recognized continent.
Fashion
Music
Philanthropy
Paris Fashion Week
Afrobeats
17 Questions
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Ages 5+
May 8, 2026
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1
Which African artists were prominently featured at the Louis Vuitton Menswear Spring/Summer 2025 show during Paris Fashion Week in June 2024?
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A
Davido, Tiwa Savage, and Mr Eazi
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B
Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Tems
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C
Asake, Fireboy DML, and Rema
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D
Yemi Alade, Simi, and Falz
2
Nigerian DJ Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy, launched a foundation in July 2018. What is the primary focus of The Cuppy Foundation?
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A
Providing healthcare for underprivileged children
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B
Advancing quality education for less privileged children
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C
Supporting environmental conservation efforts
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D
Promoting artistic and cultural exchange programs
3
South African DJ and producer, Black Coffee, founded The DJ Black Coffee Foundation. What is one of the key initiatives the foundation is involved in?
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A
Funding education for physically challenged students in sound production
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B
Providing agricultural support to rural communities
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C
Sponsoring athletic scholarships for young athletes
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D
Developing renewable energy projects in underserved areas
4
In February 2018, the premiere of 'Black Panther' saw significant African representation. Which Kenyan-born actress, known for her role as Nakia, attended the Los Angeles premiere?
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A
Danai Gurira
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B
Aya Nakamura
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C
Lupita Nyong'o
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D
Cynthia Erivo
5
Which Ivorian football legend was among the African contingent attending the Louis Vuitton Menswear Spring/Summer 2025 show at Paris Fashion Week?
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A
Yaya Touré
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B
Didier Drogba
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C
Samuel Eto'o
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D
Sadio Mané
6
The South African Grammy-winning singer Tyla made a notable appearance at the 2024 Met Gala. What was the theme of this year's event?
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A
Gilded Glamour
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B
Celestial Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination
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C
Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion
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D
Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology
7
Which Ghanaian actress launched the Jackie Appiah Foundation to empower communities through donations and support for the elderly and needy?
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A
Joselyn Dumas
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B
Jackie Appiah
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C
Juliet Ibrahim
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D
Yvonne Nelson
8
In October 2025, 'Rolling Stone' magazine recognized several African artists in its list of the 250 Greatest Songs of the 21st Century. Which of these songs by Tems and Wizkid was included?
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A
Essence
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B
Damages
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C
Try Me
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D
Higher
9
Trevor Noah's foundation partnered with YouthBuild South Africa (YBSA) for a project aimed at addressing infrastructure needs in schools. What skills are being provided to young people through this initiative?
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A
Digital marketing and social media management
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B
Culinary arts and hospitality services
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C
Training, practical construction skills, and mindset development
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D
Environmental science and sustainable farming techniques
10
Which Nigerian actress is known for founding the Extended Hands Foundation, which promotes quality maternal healthcare and gender equality?
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A
Genevieve Nnaji
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B
Omotola Jalade Ekeinde
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C
Stephanie Linus
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D
Rita Dominic
11
The 'Black Panther' premiere in Johannesburg, South Africa, had an 'Afro-chic' dress code. Which South African musicians were featured on the 'Black Panther' soundtrack and attended the premiere?
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A
AKA, Nasty C, and Cassper Nyovest
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B
Babes Wodumo, Saudi, and Sjava
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C
DJ Maphorisa, Kabza De Small, and Focalistic
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D
Zahara, Brenda Mtambo, and Ami Faku
12
In June 2024, which African artist's song, 'Falling Up,' was featured during Pharrell Williams' Louis Vuitton Menswear presentation at Paris Fashion Week?
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A
Tems
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B
Burna Boy
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C
Adekunle Gold
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D
Wizkid
13
Which Zimbabwean-American actress and playwright, known for her role in 'Black Panther,' is a U.N. Women Goodwill Ambassador and founded 'Love Our Girls'?
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A
Lupita Nyong'o
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B
Danai Gurira
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C
Sonequa Martin-Green
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D
Anya Taylor-Joy
14
Which Nigerian rap icon released the amapiano-infused single 'Rock Me Gentle' in May 2026?
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A
Olamide
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B
Phyno
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C
M.I Abaga
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D
Davido
15
What is the primary focus of the Dumelo Foundation, launched by Ghanaian actor and politician John Dumelo?
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A
Promoting sustainable tourism
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B
Supporting underprivileged communities in education and health
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C
Advocating for digital literacy
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D
Providing vocational training for artisans
16
In Paris Fashion Week 2024, Afrobeats stars' presence, including Wizkid, Burna Boy, and Tems, signified a crucial step for the African creative industry. What was the estimated value of the African fashion industry according to African Business?
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A
$10 billion
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B
$21 billion
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C
$31 billion
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D
$41 billion
17
Which South African musician released a new album titled 'M$NEY' in April 2026?
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A
Tyla
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B
Focalistic
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C
Asake
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D
Amapiano
