Nigerian pop stars are often accused of singing about love and money and ignoring social issues. Falz isn’t one of them.
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The skit economy is estimated to be Nigeria’s third-largest entertainment sector, with a net worth of over US$31 million.
With 3.3 million followers on TikTok, Ekezie is not only educating non-African users about the continent, she’s also making them the butt of the joke.
The South African comedian has brought clarity and fresh perspectives to often emotionally charged political issues.
Society has moved to a place where everyone is held accountable if their jokes are found offensive.
Theatre is able to create a space for discussion about how and why women experience physical and emotional violence.
Despite the challenges of being a female comedian, the women who do choose to perform feel emboldened to speak out in ways that can resist sexism.
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