Ghana: I Received Gh₵374 From Ghamro As Royalties – Fancy Gadam Reveals
[Accra Times] Ghanaian artiste, Mujahid Ahmed Bello, also known as Fancy Gadam has revealed that he received GH₵374 in royalties from his music from the Ghana Music Rights Organisation (GHAMRO).
Ghana: E.L Lists His Top Five Lyricists in Ghana
[Accra Times] Explaining his preference for lyricists over rappers, E.L described lyricists as artists who convey meaningful rap messages through beats and rhythms in a coherent and artistic manner, often requiring multiple listens to fully grasp the d…
Kenya: Too Early for Birds Stages Sold-Out Shows in Nairobi
[Capital FM] In a spectacular display of storytelling and performance, the renowned Kenyan theatre crew “Too Early for Birds” brought history to life with their latest production this August at the Jain Bhavan Auditorium, Loresho.
South Africa: Apply for Funding for Community Heritage Project
[SAnews.gov.za] The National Heritage Council of South Africa (NHC) is inviting heritage practitioners, activists and enthusiasts to apply for Heritage Funding until 30 August 2024.
Ghana: Yvonne Nelson Reveals Inspiration for Establishing Her Own Schools
[Accra Times] In a candid Instagram video, Yvonne Nelson revealed that she had to make a significant personal sacrifice to bring her vision to life. After being denied a loan by the bank multiple times due to exorbitant interest rates, she took the bol…
South Africa: Arts Minister Pays Tribute to Connie Chiume
[SAnews.gov.za] Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has extended his condolences to the family, friends and fans of legendary actress Connie Chiume.
South Africa: Tributes Pour In for Veteran Actress Connie Chiume
[allAfrica] The award-winning actress Connie Chiume has reportedly died at Garden City Hospital in Johannesburg.
South Africa: Funding the Focus As Cape Town’s Beloved Zip Zap Circus Prepares to Move
[Daily Maverick] New “Zip Zap Arena” will offer a venue for circus arts and also for other art forms like drama, ballet, dance and opera. It will have retractable seating, making the venue suitable for a variety of events – if the funds can be raised.
Uganda: Tieng Adhola Cultural Institution Launches Its Newly Established Radio Station in Tororo.
[Nile Post] The Cultural Institution of Tieng Adhola cultural institution has launched a new radio station in Tororo.
Ghana: Shatta Wale Announces Upcoming Shatta and Fans Album (Safa)
[Accra Times] Known for his ability to craft songs with massive crowd appeal and reflective messages that resonate with his core fan base, Shatta Wale, the self-proclaimed ‘Dancehall King,’ is expected to deliver a variety of songs that are unapologeti…