Melanin Unscripted (MU)

South Sudannese-Ugandan electronic DJ, @anitakevyn is our cover star of volume 3 #MUSayHerName playlist. ⁠ ⁠ Read our interview with her on melaninunscripted.com & listen to the playlist! - link in bio⁠ ⁠ #Melaninunscripted #MUMusic #Turkana #Uganda⁠ #nowplaying #spotifyplaylist #spotify #applemusic #newartistsdiscovery #newmusic

Take a peek behind the lens — where vision met intention, and every frame was crafted with purpose.⁠✨ ⁠ This BTS captures the flow, energy, and teamwork that brought @AafiyaCollective ’s visual identity to life, in partnership with the incredible team at @filmingaswoman .⁠ BTS Shot by @thatcanongoboom 💫 ⁠ #MelaninUnscripted #AafiyaCollective⁠

Presenting the visual brand film and identity we created for @AafiyaCollective , captured in the heart of Accra, Ghana.⁠ ⁠ Produced by @melaninunscripted in collaboration with the brilliant creative team at @filmingaswoman , this project celebrates the rich essence and beauty of Africa through the lens of wellness.⁠ ⁠ A heartfelt thank you to @audreyb_liv for entrusting us with this vision. Here’s to the transformative power of collaboration and storytelling in wellness! ✨⁠ Thank you to everyone who worked on this vision 👁️ 💫 ⁠ 🎬 Director: Amarachi Nwosu (@amaraworldwide ) Production Company: Melanin Unscripted (@melaninunscripted ), Filming As Woman (@filmingaswoman )⁠ 🌟 Creative Producer & Lead: Kuukua Eshun (@kuuksss )⁠ 👗 Styling & Line Production: Afriyah Frimpong (@afriyahafrica )⁠ 👁️ Cinematography: John Kwame Markin (@kwameblack )⁠ ✂️ Edit & Color: Soof Light (@sooflight )⁠ 🎤 Voice Over: Attah Otigba⁠ (@attaotigba )⁠ 🎶 Music: Jay James (@jayjames_ )⁠ 🛠 Art Direction: Jojo Temmeng (@blvcksmurff )⁠ 📹 Camera Operation: Edward Pappoe (@edwardpappoe )⁠ 📋 Account Manager: Akandu Nwosu (@ajnwosu )⁠ 🔧 Director’s Assistant: Ryan Hampton (@thatcannongoboom )⁠ 👥 Production Coordinator & Cast: Arienne Knott (@arienne__ )⁠ 👥 Production Assistance: Ernest Aboagye-Mensah (@theaboagyemensah )⁠ & Kofi Apraku (@dark_vader6 ) 💇 Hair: Benjamin Tefe (official_allure_by_ben)⁠ 👥 Cast: Michael Angelo (@michaelangelo1_2 ), King Osei Bonsu Gyan (@kingoseigyan ), Josh Sisly (@Joshsisly ), Kumi Obuobisa (@kumiobuobisa ), Mrs. Asha Tettey-Tamaklo, Afriyah Frimpong, Tina DJarnie-Sunu (@wineandartstudio ), Dancer: Priscilla Yaa Siaw, Drummer: Joseph Kojo Fomevor #MelaninUnscripted #FilmingasWoman #AafiyaCopllective

5 AM call times turned into beautiful work—that’s what we do it for as creatives and storytellers. ✨ Here’s a glimpse behind the scenes of creating the @aafiyacollective brand film in collaboration with @filmingaswoman . ⁠ 📸: @thatcannongoboom ⁠ ⁠ #MelaninUnscripted⁠ ⁠

Fresh off our latest episode of The Exchange, we dive into the stunning work of Ghanaian photojournalist and filmmaker @carlosidun 📸⁠ ⁠ With his lens, Idun-Tawiah reclaims the cultural narrative around African hair braiding. Inspired by the need to honor the roots of this art form, his photo series, Obaasima (meaning “woman of substance” in Twi), is a powerful tribute to the history, community, and beauty braided into every strand.⁠ ⁠ In collaboration with creative director @josefadamu , Obaasima builds on the legacy of Adamu’s The Hair Appointment. This time, the story continues in Ghana, bringing us closer to the origin of braiding traditions. ⁠ ⁠ Through Obaasima, Idun-Tawiah reminds us that hair braiding is more than just aesthetics. It’s history. It’s heritage. It’s a crown we wear. 👑⁠ ⁠ Swipe through to immerse yourself in the artistry of Obaasima and the beauty of African culture. ⁠ ⁠ Let us know: what does your crown mean to you? ⁠ ⁠ #MelaninUnscripted #TheExchange #Obaasima #CarlosIdunTawiah #JosefAdamu #HairBraiding #BlackCreatives⁠ ⁠

How African Braiding Styles Prompted Global Innovation⁠ ⁠ Did you watch episode 4 of The Exchange? It’s live!⁠ ⁠ #MelaninUnscripted #TheExchange⁠

Did you know that the invention of an Asian man yielded innovation in black hair extensions and styling? ⁠ ⁠ This is Episode 4 of The Exchange, where we learn about the world of hair braiding styles and techniques, and how many figures have contributed to such a global exchange - including the origins of the popular hair fiber Kanekalon. ⁠ ⁠ Hair is, and will always be a vibrant testament of beauty and confidence that connects all of us.⁠ ⁠ ⁠We want to hear your thoughts: Did you know where Kanekelon came from? How have different hairstyles shaped your own personal style or beauty routine/ perception? ⁠ ⁠ Let’s keep the conversation going!⁠ Let us know what you think of this episode!⁠ ⁠ ✍️ Research by Ernest Aboagye-Mensah(@theaboagyemensah )⁠ ⁠ #MelaninUnscripted #TheExchange #Hair #Beauty ⁠

Told through the lenses of @taiwoaina_ , @ifebusola_s , @hitchoflife , this photo essay captures the resilience, creativity, and ambition of young Nigerians shaping the future. Written by @amaraworldwide for The Wilson Quarterly, it offers a powerful look at the realities, challenges, and triumphs of a generation redefining Africa’s cultural and economic landscape.⁠ ⁠ #MelaninUnscripted #NigerianYouth #WilsonQuarterly #Photography

@kamo_mphelaxx embodies the very essence of amapiano, a genre that has not only solidified its iconic status in South Africa but is also fostering a global sense of unity. As an artist, Kamo celebrates how the genre empowers South Africans to authentically claim their music and cultural identity, while also embracing its remarkable diversity. Here’s a look at Kamo Mphela in The Ones Who Keep Walking, a film directed by @amaraworldwide in collaboration with Johnnie Walker and Something. Watch the full film at theoneswho.film #TheOnesWho #MelaninUnscripted #KamoMphela #AfricanCreatives #Amapiano

Believe in your direction, perfect your craft, and let the work speak for itself. 💡✨ @pharrell ⁠ Source: @intnd_

We’re seeing more and more creatives from the diaspora return to the continent, contributing to the growing creative economy and ecosystem. @lozamaleombho , a visionary Ivorian fashion designer and founder of Loza Maléombho, is one of those shaping the future of African fashion. Her work blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design, redefining the global perception of African aesthetics.⁠ ⁠ Here’s a look at Loza in Ivory Coast from The Ones Who Keep Walking, a film directed by @amaraworldwide in collaboration with Johnnie Walker and Something.⁠ ⁠ Watch the full film at theoneswho.film⁠ ⁠ #TheOnesWho #MelaninUnscripted #AfricanCreatives #AfricanFashion #LozaMaleombho #DiasporaReturns