Zimbabwe: Black Umfolosi Excited Over Award
[The Herald] Bulawayo — Bulawayo-based musical outfit Black Umfolosi’s founding member Mr Sotja Moyo says he was humbled to see President Mnangagwa sing their hit song “Unity” and then awarding them yesterday with the Order of the Star of Zimbabwe in …
Zimbabwe: Kingdom World Tour Concert a Huge Success
[The Herald] The Kingdom World Tour, which featured Maverick City, Kirk Franklin and Tim Godfrey among other international gospel acts, was finally staged in Harare and lived up to its billing.
Nigeria: Inside the P-Square Split – Peter Okoye Exposes Hidden Company, Royalty Diversion
[New Times] Musical duos and bands often face challenges that test their longevity. As members evolve and differences arise, these groups frequently disband, with some members pursuing solo careers while others step away from the music industry altoget…
Nigeria: Peter Obi Moves to Reconcile P-Square
[Daily Trust] Peter Obi, Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in last year’s general elections, has met with Paul Okoye aka Rudeboy of the defunct music group P-Square, and his elder brother Jude Okoye.
Nigeria: Photos – Peter Obi Visits Paul, Jude Okoye Amid Family Feud
[Vanguard] The presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has paid a visit to Nigerian singer, Paul Okoye and his elder brother cum music executive, Jude.
South Africa: Miss South Africa Redefines What It Means to Be a Queen, Chikunga
[SAnews.gov.za] Minister in Presidency responsible for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has congratulated Mia Le Roux who was recently crowned Miss South Africa 2024.
Rwanda: Comedian Patrick Rusine Engaged
[New Times] Wedding bells are ringing for Rwanda’s funnyman and radio host Patrick Rusine after proposing to his girlfriend Iryn Nizra Uwase. The comedian announced his engagement on social media, featuring his fiancée with the engagement ring.
Eritrea: National Festival Contributes to Transferring Noble Societal Values
[Shabait] Asmara, 12 August 2024 – The National Eritrean Festival 2024, which marks the 50th anniversary of the Bologna Festival, significantly contributes to transferring the noble societal values and history of the Eritrean people’s struggle for inde…
South Africa: Tributes Pour in for Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule – ‘She Nurtured the Growth of Gospel Music in South Africa’
[Daily Maverick] Durban-based radio personality and Crown Gospel Music Awards pioneer Zanele Mbokazi-Nkambule succumbed to cancer at the age of 52 on Monday.
Nigeria: Gospel Singer Aduke Gold Is Dead
[Premium Times] The late singer was known for her single “Notori Ogo”.