This episode of Afrimaxx is all about what makes modern Africa so special - from Rwanda to Mali, from Malawi to Nigeria.   

As an up-and-coming music star, Bwiza is already accustomed to the glamorous life. But as the red carpet rolls out, some are already asking, is Rwanda really celebrating the right talent? Can the singer hold its own? 

In Mali, today's makers craft desert soul into wearable memory, one piece of leather, metal and silver at a time. 

Why is trash the latest trend in Malawi? In one of the poorest and least developed countries in the world, waste is undergoing a daring remix, becoming a fashion statement. 

And - if you really wanna get the glow? Eat Nigerian food! Chef Loola reveals her secret to healthy cooking.