East Africa: Rwanda’s Creative Industry Divided Over New Ip Law, Demands for Revision Grow
[New Times] Key figures in Rwanda’s creative industry are voicing concerns on social media, arguing that the new intellectual property law–which permits the government, schools, and religious institutions to use their works without consent or payment-…
Rwanda: Rwandan-Canadian Author Reconnects Children With Cultural Roots in New Book Series
[New Times] Michaella Mutoni — Dorvlo, a Rwandan-Canadian with a deep love for cultural heritage, has embarked on a mission to reconnect children with their roots through her debut children’s book series, “The Wondrous Journey of Isaro and Juru.”
Rwanda: Where Pageant Beauty Meets Basketball – Odile Uwase, Francis Shyaka Tie the Knot
[New Times] Odile Uwase Sangwa, the second runner-up in Miss Rwanda 2019, married her longtime partner, entrepreneur and former basketball player Francis Shyaka. The couple celebrated their union with a traditional ceremony at Juru Park Rebero on Augus…
Kenya: Kisumu Gears for Continental Arts Festival This Weekend
[Capital FM] Kisumu — Kisumu City is gearing to host a continental arts festival over the weekend in an event billed as the ultimate entertainment experience for art lovers.
Ethiopia: Ethiopia’s Embassy Receives an Award of Excellence At 12th International Film Festival Noida 2024
[ENA] Addis Ababa, — The Ethiopian Embassy in New Delhi, India was honored with an Award of Excellence at the 12th International Film Festival Noida 2024, held at the Marwah Studio Complex in Noida, India.
Nigeria: Skitmaker Kiekie Launches Game Talent Show, Offers N30m Star Prize
[Premium Times] Tagged ‘Kiekie Unscripted Experience’, Kiekie says it is designed to discover and celebrate the most talented individuals across various categories.
Nigeria: Lateef Adedimeji’s Two-Part Epic Film Lisabi Set to Debut On Netflix
[Premium Times] The movie spotlights the life and legacy of the fabled Yoruba hero Lisabi, whose life made a lasting impression in Nigerian history.
Nigeria: Chidimma Adetshina’s Mum Stole South African Woman’s Identity – Home Affairs Alleges
[Premium Times] The South Africa Department of Home Affairs has revealed more about the investigation launched into Chidimma Adetshina’s citizenship authenticity.
South Africa: Vivacious Sister Sandra Bryant Has a Disco Ball in Her Lilac Clinic in Cape Town
[spotlight] Sister Sandra Bryant runs her clinic in a lilac painted room, where glitter cream and a disco ball does not seem out of place next to scissors, syringes, and needles. She tells Spotlight’s Biénne Huisman about working with Professor Ch…
Niger: Onyeka Onwenu Remembered – Nigerian Pop Star, Activist and Voice of National Unity
[The Conversation Africa] The news of the death of Nigerian musician Onyeka Onwenu on 30 July 2024 hit me, as a musician and popular music scholar, like a thunderbolt. I have listened to and appreciated Onyeka’s music since I was in my 20s.