Tanzania: Diamond Platnumz Calls Off Wedding, Not Ready for Such a Commitment
[New Times] Renowned Tanzanian Bongo Flava star Diamond Platnumz has allegedly called off a wedding just moments before the ceremony was set to take place, after realizing that he wasn’t ready for such a commitment. He even advised his fiancée ide…
Kenya: ‘How My Father Physically Abused My Late Mother’ – Ngugi Wa Thiong’o’s Son
[Premium Times] The acclaimed author’s son expressed the pain of witnessing his mother being systematically erased from Ngugi wa Thiong’o’s story.
Africa: Germany’s Colonial Era – Battling Oblivion With Art
[DW] Street names, monuments and graves of colonial rulers: The colonial era has left its mark on Germany. In the German city of Bonn, artist Cheryl McIntosh explores colonial history and its impact on the present.
South Africa: Abdullah Ibrahim – South Africa’s Master Pianist Is Going On a World Tour At 90
[The Conversation Africa] Abdullah Ibrahim, South Africa’s most distinguished pianist, was born on 9 October 1934 in Cape Town. This year marks not only his 90th birthday but also the start of a world tour. Christine Lucia has studied Ibrahim’s work an…
Rwanda: Kinyarwanda – What We Lose By Not Speaking Native Language
[New Times] Since relocating to the US in 2019, Rwanda’s Nichola Muhire found himself in a dynamic working environment where proficiency in a different language (particularly English) is essential for effective communication.
Zimbabwe: Neria Remake Premières Today
[The Herald] “Neria 21”, a remake of the classic “Neria” movie of yesteryears, will première today on YouTube, producers of the film have said.
South Africa: The Top Gambling Games in South Africa
[InfoWire] Welcome to the pulsating realm of gambling in South Africa, where every spin of the roulette wheel and shuffle of the cards ignites a fervor unlike any other. Here, beneath the vibrant African skies, a rich tapestry of gambling culture unfol…
Uganda: Diminishing Recreation Centers in Kampala – a Threat to Community Well-Being
[Nile Post] Kampala, the vibrant capital city of Uganda, is experiencing a concerning trend with the diminishing presence of recreation centres, posing a threat to the well-being and social fabric of its communities. Once bustling hubs of activity, the…
South Africa: Tshwane Cracks Down on Illegal Electricity Use in Affluent Suburbs – South African News Briefs – March 13, 2024
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Africa: Colonial Statues in Africa Have Been Removed, Returned and Torn Down Again – Why It’s Such a Complex History
[The Conversation Africa] In 2020, the murder of George Floyd in the US served as a catalyst for the global Black Lives Matter movement. It sparked widespread protests against police brutality and systemic racism. It also ignited debates about historic…