South Africa: Abdullah Ibrahim – South Africa’s Master Pianist Is Going On a World Tour At 90
[The Conversation Africa] Abdullah Ibrahim, South Africa’s most distinguished pianist, was born on 9 October 1934 in Cape Town. This year marks not only his 90th birthday but also the start of a world tour. Christine Lucia has studied Ibrahim’s work an…
Rwanda: Kinyarwanda – What We Lose By Not Speaking Native Language
[New Times] Since relocating to the US in 2019, Rwanda’s Nichola Muhire found himself in a dynamic working environment where proficiency in a different language (particularly English) is essential for effective communication.
Zimbabwe: Neria Remake Premières Today
[The Herald] “Neria 21”, a remake of the classic “Neria” movie of yesteryears, will première today on YouTube, producers of the film have said.
South Africa: The Top Gambling Games in South Africa
[InfoWire] Welcome to the pulsating realm of gambling in South Africa, where every spin of the roulette wheel and shuffle of the cards ignites a fervor unlike any other. Here, beneath the vibrant African skies, a rich tapestry of gambling culture unfol…
Uganda: Diminishing Recreation Centers in Kampala – a Threat to Community Well-Being
[Nile Post] Kampala, the vibrant capital city of Uganda, is experiencing a concerning trend with the diminishing presence of recreation centres, posing a threat to the well-being and social fabric of its communities. Once bustling hubs of activity, the…
South Africa: Tshwane Cracks Down on Illegal Electricity Use in Affluent Suburbs – South African News Briefs – March 13, 2024
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Africa: Colonial Statues in Africa Have Been Removed, Returned and Torn Down Again – Why It’s Such a Complex History
[The Conversation Africa] In 2020, the murder of George Floyd in the US served as a catalyst for the global Black Lives Matter movement. It sparked widespread protests against police brutality and systemic racism. It also ignited debates about historic…
South Africa: ‘Die Vegetariër’ Is an Exquisite and Deeply Discomforting Piece of Theatre
[Daily Maverick] In what may be the most affecting, brutal theatrical work you’ll ever see, director Jaco Bouwer and writer Willem Anker have brought to the stage Korean author Han Kang’s bleakly devastating three-part novel about a woman who first esc…
Zimbabwe: Ngz Successfully Hosts Women Visual Arts Exhibition
[The Herald] Still, in the spirit of celebrating women as it is their month, the National Gallery of Zimbabwe successfully hosted a special exhibition last Friday dedicated to women in visual arts, revelling their achievements and challenges.
Uganda: Bobi Wine’s Fight for Democracy in Uganda Continues On the Big Screen
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