Nigeria: Exploring John Sparrow’s Mission to Inspire and Uplift Using Music As a Tool
[This Day] Meet John Sparrow, the vibrant voice of Afrobeats whose journey from the bustling streets of Lagos to the university stage is nothing short of inspiring. Born Ogabiola John Imoleayo on December 9, 2003, in a family steeped in musical traditi…
Rwanda: Ada Cotton’s Quest to Celebrate African Diaspora Through Cinema
[New Times] Ada Cotton, a Rwandan — Born filmmaker based in France, has history with telling stories through filmmaking considering her dedication to the profession that has been enjoying exploring from a young age.
Seychelles: Seychelles’ Golty Seeks Financial Assistance for Repatriation VIA Gofundme
[Seychelles News Agency] Popular Seychellois reggae artist, Golty Farabeau, who moved to the United Kingdom some 20 years ago is appealing to fans and well-wishers in the country to help him raise much-needed funds to return to Seychelles.
Ghana: T1mmy Unleashes Highly-Anticipated Debut EP ‘It’s Only Us’
[Accra Times] If their opps thought they were cold, the T1mmy and SRT Gwalla are colder. The two captivate with well-pieced lines that put their experiences on the streets in perspective and their rivals to shame.
Nigeria: I’ll Enter Big Brother Naija Next Year – Chidimma Adetshina
[Premium Times] “If I can stay away for seven weeks at Miss SA, trust me, I’m sure I can do it. I don’t plan to go back to South Africa for now.”
Uganda: Comedian T-Amale Blames Career Decline On Bobi’s Political Popularity
[Nile Post] Comedian, Innocent Kafeero alias T-Amale has attributed the decline in his career to the change in popularity of former Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) president, Dr. Kiiza Besigye.
Africa: Rock Painting Is the Oldest Image of an African Rail, a Bird That May Have Had a Special Meaning for the SAN People
[The Conversation Africa] The African rail (Rallus caerulescens) is a handsome bird, with a blueish breast, red legs, eyes and bill, prominent barring on the flanks, chestnut upper parts, and long toes. It also has a characteristic trilling call. This …
Rwanda: Riderman, Bulldog Lead Inaugural Kivu Beach Festival Lineup
[New Times] After a successful concert during which they launched “Icyumba Cy’Amategeko” EP over the weekend, Riderman and Bulldog, two of Rwanda’s finest rappers, are expected to lead the stage at the inaugural edition of Rubavu Beach Festival due fro…
Eritrea: Exhibition to Familiarize Eritrea and Its Culture
[Shabait] Asmara, 27 August 2024 – The Eritrean community in Trondheim, Norway, organized an exhibition aimed at familiarizing visitors with Eritrea and its culture during a festival held in the Norwegian city of Trondheim. The festival featured partic…
Mauritius: Winners of the 2nd Edition of the Inter-Primary Short Film Competition 2023 Awarded Prizes
[Government of Mauritius] The award ceremony for the Second Edition of the Inter-Primary Short Film Competition 2023 was held, today, at the Mahatma Gandhi Institute in Moka. Mare d’Albert Government School and Brisée Verdière Government Scho…