Zee Ngema

South Africa

Staff Writer at Okayafrica

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Four African Teams Are Headed to the First-Ever 32-Team FIFA Club World Cup in the U.S. | OkayAfrica

2 weeks ago | okayafrica.com | Lihle Z. Mtshali |Zee Ngema

For the first time in the history of the FIFA Club World Cup, four African clubs will take the global stage when the expanded tournament kicks off in the United States on Sunday, June 15. Al Ahly (Egypt), Wydad Casablanca (Morocco), Espérance de Tunis (Tunisia), and Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa) will represent the continent in what is being billed as a new era for club football. The Club World Cup isn't new — it's been around since 2000 — but this year is different.
Asake Lights Up Madison Square Garden

Sep 2, 2024 | okayafrica.com | Zee Ngema

For the New York stop of his Lungu Boy World Tour, the Nigerian star’s high energy was perfectly matched by the night's good vibes.
What It’s Like To…Run an African Hair Salon in New York City

Aug 28, 2024 | okayafrica.com | Zee Ngema

Burkinabé hairdresser and business owner Nikiama Kisun Sira Fatimata moved to the U.S. in 2021 and started her business from a small space in another hair salon before setting up her own.
Eight Moments Where Africans Took Center Stage At Global Citizen NOW

May 3, 2024 | okayafrica.com | Zee Ngema

Eight Moments Where Africans Took Center Stage At Global Citizen NOW: NYC 2024This year’s summit, hosted in New York City, set ambitious goals, and delivered on creating a space for change-making conversations, while illustrating the importance of community and shared responsibility.
Four Standout Quotes from Paul Kagame’s Session at Global Citizen NOW

May 2, 2024 | okayafrica.com | Zee Ngema

President of Rwanda H.E. Paul Kagame speaks remotely during Global Citizen NOW 2024 at Spring Studios on May 02, 2024 in New York City.
Photos: Nigerian Photographer Steven Onoja Catures the 'Sound of Pain'

Apr 2, 2024 | okayafrica.com | Zee Ngema

The New York-based creative takes us through some of the images in his debut photobook Sound of Pain.
What it’s Like To … Be a Journalist in Somalia’s Only All-Women Newsroom

Mar 14, 2024 | okayafrica.com | Zee Ngema

What it’s Like To … Be a Journalist in Somalia’s Only All-Women NewsroomSomalia’s first all-women newsroom, Bilan Media, has edged out a space for itself in the East African nation.
'National Geographic' Has Kenyan Director Faith Musembi Channeling Her Inner 'Queens'

Mar 1, 2024 | okayafrica.com | Zee Ngema

We spoke to Kenyan wildlife director Faith Musembi about daring to let your voice be heard and her work on the Angela Bassett-narrated seven-part series, Queens, premiering March 4th.
Playwright NSangou Njikam is Bringing Nigerian Tradition to American Theater

Feb 15, 2024 | okayafrica.com | Zee Ngema

The actor and writer is connecting with his African heritage through hip-hop theater in the production of Syncing Ink, set to hit New York City in May.
Take A Look At the Official Trailer for First Pan-African Disney+ Series, 'Iwájú'

Feb 14, 2024 | okayafrica.com | Zee Ngema

Take A Look At the Official Trailer for First Pan-African Disney+ Series, 'Iwájú'