Rwanda: Court Adjourns Verdict in Prince Kid’s Trial as New Evidence Surfaces
[New Times] The High Court in Nyamirambo has adjourned to July 14 the verdict in the case of Dieudonne Ishimwe, widely known as Prince Kid.
Kenya: Court Halts Unveiling of New Luo Council of Elders Chairperson
[Capital FM] Siaya — Siaya High Court has issued conservatory orders barring the unveiling of Luo Council of Elders Chairman.
Nigeria: RMD, Kunle Afolayan, Jade Osiberu Get Oscar Voting Rights
[Premium Times] The Nollywood stakeholders will also have automatic rights to vote for the Oscar winners for 10 years.
Ghana: MJ the Comedian Announces the 7th Edition of ‘1xbet Dashiki Fest,’ Scheduled for July 1st
[Ghanaian Times] Ghanaian comedian and Skit actor, Timothy Musah Junior Abaadu popularly known as MJ the Comedian has announced the seventh edition of his annual health walk dubbed “1x Bet Dashiki Fest with MJ the Comedian.”
Africa: The Sierra Nevada World Music Festival Rides Again
[Afropop] More than a few reggae fans thought they’d never see another edition of the Sierra Nevada World Music Festival, the Northern California event, which for 25 editions had become known as the annual summer highlight for reggae connoisseurs. The …
Nigeria: Yemi Alade Releases New Single, ‘Fake Friends’
[Premium Times] “With this new relatable single, Alade celebrates true friendships and puts fake friends at bay.”
Nigeria: Yoruba Nollywood Actress, Iyabo Oko, Dies At 62
[Premium Times] The death was confirmed by the daughter of the deceased, Bisi Aisha, on Thursday.
Nigeria: Basketmouth to Headline Prime Video’s ‘Last One Laughing Naija’ Comedy Show
[Premium Times] The six-part series will follow the group of comedians as they compete to be the Last One Laughing.
Nigeria: How Davido Tried to Make Me Sign Confidentiality Agreement – Singer’s Alleged Pregnant Lover
[Premium Times] “Joke on you. For $10,000. Yes, I am pregnant. Yes, I will keep it.”
Uganda: Irene Ntale to Open Protea Skyz Hotel’s Monthly ‘Skyz Exclusive’
[Nile Post] Protea Skyz Hotel, Naguru has embarked on a journey to support and promote local artists in the Ugandan music industry.