Zimbabwe: Macheso Takes Birthday Parties Countrywide
[The Herald] After celebrating his 56th birthday with fans in Harare last weekend, Alick Macheso’s management wants to hold similar parties countrywide.
Nigeria: Without Your Help, I’ll Win Grammy – Portable to Davido
[Vanguard] The ongoing social media feud between controversial singer Portable and his colleague Davido has escalated, following a series of public accusations and actions.
Senegal: Senegal Has a Rich History of Traditional Music – How It Lives On in Modern Music
[The Conversation Africa] Senegal has a rich history of traditional music – and this lives on as it influences the west African country’s modern music today.
South Africa: South Africa’s Biggest Arts Festival Turns 50 – We Assess Its Impact
[The Conversation Africa] The National Arts Festival was established in 1974 in Grahamstown (now Makhanda) in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province. Each year, in winter, the rural town transforms into a hive of theatres, galleries, markets and eating s…
Zimbabwe: Redefined Concert – Master H Proves Success Is No Fluke
[The Herald] Zimdancehall sensation, Master H, says he has never doubted himself as a star despite his humble upbringing. Born 24 years ago in Murehwa, Master H — real name Hillary Marufu — reckons success comes out of sweat and sacrifice.
Rwanda: How Poetry Serves As a Healing Tool for Mental Issues
[New Times] Reciting and listening to poems has been proven as a coping mechanism for loneliness, isolation and lessening feelings of anxiety and depression, according to researchers.
Zimbabwe: Winky D, Sulu Among Top Acts for ZimFest
[New Zimbabwe] London — The annual Zimfest mega-show returns for a milestone weekend celebration next month with an exhilarating line-up of artists and more than 10,000 people expected to attend as festival marks its silver jubilee.
Nigeria: We’ll Showcase Nigeria’s Beauty, Culture With Fashion Show – Group
[Vanguard] Panda Media , an Entertainment, PR and Productions company based in Lagos is set to host venusta fashion show where style and beauty will be featured and celebrated.
Nigeria: Sanwo-Olu Unveils Africa’s First Water Display Park in Lagos State
[Premium Times] The innovative park is expected to be a tourist attraction for leisure and entertainment in sub-Saharan Africa.
Nigeria: Davido Confirms Forthcoming Wedding With Chioma
[Premium Times] The couple, who have twin children, had a private wedding months ago.