akemshow

1. Comedy & Skits — Still the King of African Entertainment

Short, relatable comedy skits consistently dominate views.
Creators from Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, South Africa and Kenya continue to lead this category.

Why it's trending:

Fast to produce
Highly shareable
Works well on both short-form & long-form
Relatable daily-life humor

Best for: New creators looking to grow quickly.

2. Music & Dance Videos

African music continues to dominate global culture—Amapiano, Afrobeats, Makossa, Bongo Flava, and more.

Trending content types:

Dance challenges
Studio sessions
Behind-the-scenes music videos
DJ mixes and live sets

This category gets massive engagement and repeat views.

3. Tech Reviews & Mobile Tutorials

Africa is a mobile-first continent. Millions want reviews before buying gadgets, especially smartphones and laptops.

Hot sub-niches in 2025:

Affordable smartphone reviews
Tech unboxing
Beginner tutorials (Android, iOS, apps)
AI tools and productivity hacks

Creators who simplify tech concepts grow very fast.

4. Educational & "How-To" Content

Africans are consuming more skill-building videos than ever.

Top educational niches:

Coding + digital skills
Business and entrepreneurship
Finance and money management
DIY hacks
Language learning

High value + evergreen = great for long-term growth.

5. Lifestyle & Vlogs

Young Africans want to see real life, culture, and experiences from both local and diaspora creators.

Popular sub-categories:

Day-in-the-life vlogs
Student lifestyle
Work-life stories
Travel vlogs across African cities
Village lifestyle videos (very popular!)

Authenticity wins here.

6. Food & Cooking Videos

African cuisine has massive local and global interest.

Trending cooking niches:

Street food tours
Quick recipes
Village cooking
Restaurant reviews
Traditional dishes

Visual, engaging and culturally rich — great for viral growth.

7. News, Commentary & Analysis

More viewers prefer short, easy-to-understand commentary instead of watching full news broadcasts.

Trending areas:

Political commentary
Social issues
Entertainment news
Sports updates
Financial insights

This category requires research and credibility.

8. Gaming and Esports

Gaming is exploding among African youth.

Hot content types:

Mobile gaming (PUBG, CODM, Free Fire)
FIFA/EA FC gaming
Gaming reaction videos
Live tournaments

Low competition in Africa — huge opportunity.

9. Beauty, Fashion & Haircare

African beauty trends are booming, especially tutorials that focus on natural hair and local fashion.

Popular niches:

Wig installation
Makeup tutorials
Fashion hauls
Skincare routines
Traditional outfit styling

Brands also love working with creators in this space.

10. Inspirational & Motivational Content

As more young Africans start businesses and creative careers, motivational content is trending.

Examples:

Success stories
Goal-setting tips
Business guidance
Personal development advice

This content builds loyal communities.

Final Thoughts

Akemshow is growing into one of Africa’s most promising platforms for creators. If you choose a trending category and stay consistent, you can build a strong audience in 2025.