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28/07/2024

Who are y’all cheering for this Olympics?? 🙌🏿🙌🏿 to for representing Africa so so well.

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24/07/2024

Our Third short film for on is out and broadcasting today. LINK IN OUR BIO

All for Science follows one man’s quest to reimagine how we can teach kids science in a fun and playful way and his work at … Watch and let us know what you think! Gratitude for everyone who contributed to making this. 🙏🏿

26/06/2024

Young People in Kenya have Inspired the Continent and the World. We can come together, tribe-less, party-less and push for change and the lives we deserve 💪🏿🙌🏿

May the souls of those who lost their young lives rest in eternal peace. Aluta Continua

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25/05/2024

Dear TAP Fam,

We’re pleased to be publishing Issue 19 of TAP on this Africa Day, 2024 🎉🎉

This milestone issue is all about the homecoming stories of Africa’s diaspora Youth. Are you an African in the diaspora thinking of moving back home, or are you on the continent and obsessed with living abroad, this issue is for you. Link is in the bio 👆🏿

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13/05/2024

In Memoriam of Mercy Adundo. A life short lived but well lived. Creative extraordinaire and Senior Editor at TAP, Mercy was an award-winning creative force with a profound passion for captivating imagery and compelling narratives.

With over a decade’s experience in the film industry, her work shines in numerous productions such as ‘Nairobi Half Life’, ‘Kina’, ‘Chaguo’, ‘Vanishing Vultures’, ‘ Pepeta’ and ‘Country Queen’ which have been shown on Netflix, M-Net and other global media platforms. She also elevated the standard of TAP’s audio-visual productions.

Mercy, thank you for your friendship, support and work. We will always remember your dedication to our craft and community.

12/05/2024

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there…. You make the world go round.

30/04/2024

We’re giving away five tickets to the official (Invite ONLY) Nairobi screening of our film this Thursday, May 02, 2024.

Slide onto the DM…

12/04/2024

Nairobi ~ Come through and enjoy a week long celebration of the best of Art and Cinema. Starting this evening all the way through April 19th. Only at .nairobi

Schedule and tickets available at unseen-Nairobi.com

14/03/2024

WORLD PREMIERE AT THE NEW YORK UNIVERSITY.

The New Face of Salone is a documentary that follows the youngest cabinet in Africa and probably the world during their first week in Office.

On a continent where the median age in 19 and the median age of its leaders is 63, in Africa, young people have for so long been crying to be given the opportunity to lead.

In Sierra Leone, following a contentious election on June 2023, President Julius Maada Bio appointed the countries youngest and most diverse cabinet in the countries History. Placing young people in 80% of the governments strategic positions. The Chief Minister/Prime Minister, David Moinina Sengeh is only 36 and one of the world’s youngest Prime Minister.

Ms. Salima Bah, the Minister for Communication, Innovation and Technology is 32, the Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Development, Timothy Musa Kabba, the Minister for Agriculture and Food Security, Henry Musa Kpaka , the Minister for Information and Civic Education, Chernor Bah, the Minister for Technical and Higher Education Haja Ramatulai Wurie, PhD and many more were some of the young people, under 40, appointed to lead instrumental portfolios.

These young people, against the scepticism of giving youth powerful leadership roles, are faced with the challenge of removing their country from the bottom of the Global Development Index and shifting the negative narrative and stigma that surrounds it.

08/03/2024

Happy ~ International ~ Women’s ~ Day.

“ Comrades, there is no true social revolution without the liberation of women. May my eyes never see and my feet never take me to a society where half the people are held in silence. There’s Indeed no true liberation without the liberation of Women. Our liberation depends on the Liberation of Women”.

Thomas Sankara, March 08, 1987. Ouagadougou

03/01/2024

COMING TO YOUR COMMUNITY & SCREENS SOON...

The New Face of Salone is a documentary that follows the youngest cabinet in Africa and probably the world during their first week in Office.

On a continent where the median age in 19 and the median age of its leaders is 63, in Africa, young people have for so long been crying to be given the opportunity to lead.

In Sierra Leone, following a contentious election on June 2023, President Julius Maada Bio appointed the countries youngest and most diverse cabinet in the countries History. Placing young people in 80% of the governments strategic positions. The Chief Minister/Prime Minister, Moinina David Sengeh is only 36 and probably the world's youngest Prime Minister.

Ms. Salima Bah, the Minister for Communication, Innovation and Technology is 32, the Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Development, Timothy Musa Kabba, the Minister for Agriculture and Food Security, Henry Musa Kpaka , the Minister for Information and Civic Education, Chernor Bah, the Minister for Technical and Higher Education Haja Ramatulai Wurie, PhD and many more were some of the young people, under 40, appointed to lead instrumental portfolios.

These young people, against the scepticism of giving youth powerful leadership roles, are faced with the challenge of removing their country from the bottom of the Global Development Index and shifting the negative narrative and stigma that surrounds it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jsTbuzsMA0k

The New Face of Salone" is a documentary that follows the youngest cabinet in Africa and probably the world during their first week in Office. On a continent...

24/12/2023

From the TAP family to you and yours, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.

To the over 100 contributors who joined us in telling Fresh, Nuanced and New African stories this year, thank you 🙏🏿

To the thousands of you who continue to support us, by sharing our stories or by sharing a small bit of your hard earned monies with us, we’re forever grateful 🙏🏿

22/12/2023

SUDAN is currently witnessing the largest displacement crisis in the world, over 6 million people have fled their homes. Bring Sudan up in your conversations and actions today, this holiday season and until the crisis stops.

Artwork & message by the brilliant who we were honoured to meet and profile in Khartoum in 2018.

22/09/2023

Have you or someone you know thought about starting a successful Podcast but don’t know where to start? Do you struggle with the technicalities of producing a podcast? Well, , Chief content officer at and the producer of over 1,000 episodes and counting takes you through a step by step guideline on how to create a killer podcast. All in TAP Issue 18. Link in Bio

11/09/2023

TAP Fam,
Which one of the cover interviews for Issue 18 did you enjoy reading the most?? We’ve loved receiving your comments and feedback, please keep them coming.

The state of podcasting in Africa. A collaboration with with support from

Also, tag the podcasters you recognize on this inside cover.

08/09/2023

After 3 years, 3 seasons, 10 countries and 28 episodes, earlier this year, we filmed the last ever episode of Homecoming, bringing down the curtains to such a special show that we've enjoyed producing and bringing to life.

It has been an honour traversing the continent and meeting so many wonderful and visionary young Africans who entrusted the TAP team with the Privilage of sharing their Homecoming stories.

Homecoming profiles young enterprising African youths from the diaspora who've moved back to the continent. It airs on Deutsche Welle and its broadcast partners around the world and is translated into 30 different languages.

After 3 years, 3 seasons, 10 countries and 28 episodes, earlier this year, we filmed the last ever episode of Homecoming, bringing down the curtains to such ...

29/08/2023

Nairobi!!! Thank you for coming out and supporting us during our latest magazine Issue launch! We see you and you’re appreciated 🙏🏿🙏🏿

28/08/2023

TAP Fam, Issue 18 is out now!! It is the largest body of work on the State of Podcasting in Africa. This is a labour of love and a collaboration with , a platform dedicated to creating the largest library of African audio stories.

, the first ever TAP Magazine Guest Editor in Chief, tapped over 80 contributors from across 18 African countries to contribute to this very unique issue that covers everything you need to know on the state of podcasting in Africa.

A special thank you to all contributors, the entire TAP & Afripods teams and to who continue to support our work🙏🏿

Click link in bio to download the issue or to read the digital copy. As always, your comments and feedback greatly welcomed and appreciated.

28/08/2023

TAP Fam, Issue 18 is out now, It is the largest body of work on the State of Podcasting in Africa. A labour of love and a collaboration with Afripods, a platform dedicated to creating the largest library of African audio stories.

Molly Jensen, the first TAP Magazine Guest Chief Editor tapped over 80 contributors across 18 African countries to contribute to this very special issue that covers everything you need to know on the state of podcasting in Africa. Peruse through and share your comments and feedback with us.

Dear All, Issue 18 of TAP Magazine is OUT NOW!! It is the largest body of work on the State of Podcasting in Africa. A labour of love and a collaboration with , this special issue has over 80 contributors across 18 African countries and covers everything you need to know on the state of pod

24/07/2023

Introducing ’s Rising Super Star , A Musical Force Spreading Healing and Connection Through Her Songwriting and soulful sound.
Utah Nice emerges as an artist dedicated to healing and comforting people through her songs.
Born and raised in the vibrant city of Kigali, she discovered her musical calling at an early age. Inspired by the profound connection and love she experiences while creating music, she has dedicated herself to crafting messages that resonate with the soul and uplift the spirit. With every note and lyric, she aims to create a profound impact, reaching the hearts of her listeners and instilling a sense of hope and positivity.
Utah Nice's artistic journey has been shaped by her desire to express herself authentically and to connect with people on a deeper level. Her music serves as a conduit for personal experiences, allowing her to share stories of resilience, growth, and the human experience. Through her soulful vocals, captivating melodies, and introspective lyrics, her songs offer a refuge of solace, reminding listeners that they are not alone in their journey.
Her Debut EP MAADAH is out NOW on all platforms. Link in her Bio & our stories. 🎶🖤

20/06/2023

Around 30 million internally displaced persons, refugees and asylum-seekers live in Africa, representing almost one-third of the world’s refugee population.

Current emergencies : Millions of new displacements were recorded in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Central African Republic, South Sudan and Nigeria, triggered by increasing insecurity and human rights violations.
We urge the and other agencies such as to prioritize durable solutions for refugees and internally displaced persons across Africa.

- More than half of all refugees are children.

02/05/2023

If you’ve been following us for the last 4/5 years you’ll know of our tie and connection to Sudan.

We were one of the few media platforms to sneak into Sudan when it was still under the dictatorship of Omar Al-Bashir.

A few months after we left, the people went to the streets and deposed him, we were honoured to host some of the most vocal young leaders of that movement in our offices in Nairobi and to share in their excitement and hope for their country.

While we’ve been working behind the scenes to support a few individuals, this whole week, we’re going to be sharing important information about how YOU can all support the people of Sudan during this difficult time.

22/03/2023

Today is

According to the United Nations, having access to safe drinking water is a universal human right. Yet, in Sub-Saharan Africa, only 39% of the population has water connected to their homes—and in the region's rural areas, this figure drops to just 19%. And with the world water basin continuing to drift further, how is the world and Africa addressing this issue?

08/03/2023

Happy International Women’s Day. Thank you to for pulling up and accepting making it possible for us to celebrate women and especially women in the creative space through her today. And, of course for bringing magic as always. You’ll be seeing more of this 👌🏿

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04/03/2023

02/03/2023

A new month and a New Issue of TAP! Our 17th magazine issue. As a publication founded out of a need to change the way the world views and thinks about Africa, we’re honoured to have , the founding Executive Director of on the cover of this special issue. The issue also features , , , and a comic book (Sukara) that's challenging skin bleaching in the Sudanese community.

https://www.tapmagonline.com/tap/issue17

Link to the digital copy of the magazine👆🏿

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We are thrilled to be publishing the 17th issue of TAP Magazine. As a publication founded out of a need to change how the world views and thinks about Africa, we’re honoured to have Moky Makura, the founding Executive Director of Africa No Filter on the cover of this special issue. Featured also i...

20/02/2023

Thank you to all that came and enjoyed the screening with us. The four-episode documentary is live on TAP Magazine's youtube channel. We welcome you to watch The African Perspective of Streetwear culture in Nairobi today.

“Nairobi Streetwear Fashion" is a documentary series that follows four trailblazers' .o & .mvoo . We get an insight into their journey as they navigate their passion for creativity and the emerging streetwear culture of Nairobi.

Directed & Produced by
Shot & Edited by
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16/02/2023

11/02/2023

Akiba is a multidisciplinary visual artist and art director based in Nairobi. He tells us his story of how fashion and art are interwoven in his creative expression. He uses various mediums to showcase his take on streetwear including his popular fashion line Akiba Studios. Akiba is part of the pioneering collective Studio 18.

'Nairobi Streetwear Fashion' is Produced and Directed by Gathoni Matu (Panzigo) and is her directorial debut. The series was shot and edited by Shammer Agila. Production by TAP Magazine, the home of African stories, and executively produced by TAP CEO, Ras Matabaruka. This documentary is supported by Africa No Filter.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XppZqa0BtoQ&t=0s

Akiba is a multidisciplinary visual artist and art director based in Nairobi. He tells us his story of how fashion and art are interwoven in his creative exp...

11/02/2023

Known for his unique designs that put Nairobi streetwear on the map, Daudi is a trailblazer in the Kenyan fashion scene. Daudi is the designer behind the brand and part of the dynamic Studio 18 collective known for breaking barriers in made-in-Kenya fashion today. He takes us through his creative process from ideation to ready-to-wear garments.

'Nairobi Streetwear Fashion' is Produced and Directed by Gathoni Matu (Panzigo) and is her directorial debut. The series was shot and edited by Shammer Agila. Production by TAP Magazine, the home of African stories, and executively produced by TAP CEO, Ras Matabaruka. This documentary is supported by Africa No Filter.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzwqbchN54c

Known for his unique designs that put Nairobi streetwear on the map, Daudi is a trailblazer in the Kenyan fashion scene. Daudi is the designer behind the br...