South Africa: Condolences to Family of Veteran Actress Connie Chiume
[SAnews.gov.za] President Cyril Ramaphosa has sent his condolences to the family of veteran actress Connie Chiume, who passed away this week.
Nigeria: Veteran Actor Francis Duru Loses Son, Ifeanyi
[Vanguard] Popular Nollywood actor, Francis Duru has announced the death of his son, Ifeanyi.
South Africa: Miss SA – South Africa Ministry of Home Affairs Accuses Chidimma Adetshina’s Mum of Fraud, Identity Theft
[Premium Times] “Adetshina could not have participated in the alleged unlawful actions of her mother, as she was an infant at the time when the activities took place in 2001…”
South Africa: Mother of Miss South Africa Contestant With Nigerian Heritage Accused of Fraud
[allAfrica] The Department of Home Affairs has disclosed that it discovered potential identity theft by the mother of Chidimma Adetshina. As a result of this revelation, the national beauty pageant is now in turmoil, as Adetshina had already been subje…
South Africa: Connie Chiume – More Than an Actress, She Was a ‘Brilliant and Courageous Cultural Activist’
[Daily Maverick] ‘She was a Struggle icon in the industry committed to helping every artist to succeed. This industry needs more of her kind, with a commitment to shake government and business to invest more in the industry,’ said musician Sipho ‘Hotst…
Nigeria: 2024 MTV VMAS – Usher, Chris Brown Bag ‘Best Afrobeats Video’ Nominations (Full Nominee List)
[Premium Times] Their strategic collaborations earned them the nods.
South Africa: Suspects in AKA, Tibz Murder Case to Appear in Court – South African News Briefs – August 08, 2024
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Nigeria: Actress Regina Daniels Responds to Critics of Her Anti-Protest Comments
[Vanguard] Nollywood actress Regina Daniels has addressed criticism from Nigerians following her comments on the ongoing #EndBadGovernance protests in the country.
Rwanda: Mbonyi Welcomed With Pomp in Nairobi Ahead of Saturday Concert
[New Times] Rwandan gospel musician Israel Mbonyicyambu, known as Israel Mbonyi, arrived in Nairobi, Kenya, on Wednesday, August 7, where he received a warm welcome ahead of his first performance in the country on Saturday, August 10.
Nigeria: Pastor Jerry Eze Is Nigeria’s Highest-Paid YouTuber – Report
[Premium Times] The top five highest-earning YouTubers in Nigeria are pastors.