A Grammy-winning superstar who carried Afrobeats onto the world's biggest stages, Burna Boy is one of the defining African artists of his generation. This is his story.
A pioneering women's rights leader, educator and nationalist, Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti led one of the most successful protest movements in colonial Nigeria. This is her story.
An award-winning actress, producer and director, Genevieve Nnaji became the face of Nollywood and a pioneer who carried Nigerian cinema onto the global stage. This is her story.
A world champion and world record holder in the 100 metres hurdles, Tobi Amusan became the first Nigerian athlete to win a World Championships gold. This is her story.
An Academy Award winner who transforms herself completely for every role, Charlize Theron rose from a farm near Johannesburg to the heights of Hollywood. This is her story.
A Champions League winner, Chelsea's greatest striker, and a national hero who helped bring peace to Ivory Coast, Didier Drogba is one of Africa's most beloved footballers. This is his story.
Emperor of Ethiopia, defender of his nation against fascism, and a founding force behind African unity, Haile Selassie remains one of the most significant figures in modern African history. This is his story.
A Nigerian football icon whose flair and skill made him one of the most entertaining players of his era, Augustine 'Jay-Jay' Okocha thrilled fans from Lagos to Bolton. This is his story.
A pioneer who carried juju music from the dance halls of Lagos to stages around the world, King Sunny Ade is one of the towering figures of Nigerian music. This is his story.
The first prime minister and president of independent Kenya, Jomo Kenyatta led his country from colonial rule to nationhood and became a towering figure of African independence. This is his story.