Ethiopia: Ensuring Heritages Conservation
[Ethiopian Herald] Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, is a city with rich cultural heritage and fascinating history. From ancient churches to bustling marketplaces, the city is a treasure trove of historical artifacts and architectural marvels. Howe…
Nigeria: Writing for Change
[Vanguard] Recently, I was a guest on the exciting Worth Reading Podcast, hosted by Tobi Eyinade and Seyi Adebiyi, where we spoke about my book ‘Where is your Wrapper?’. A few days later, there was a book reading at Roving Heights bookstore, Landmark E…
Zimbabwe: Chivayo Gifts Four Comedians With Toyota Aqua Vehicles
[New Zimbabwe] As has become new trend for Zimbabwean artists, comedians and socialites to beg for wheels and money from controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo, by taking to his knees Admire Kuzhangaira popularly known as ‘Bhutisi’ has been gifted …
Nigeria: Experimentation Is an Essential Part of Creativity – Kelechi
[Daily Trust] Kelechi Orode Chukwueke is a multi-disciplinary artist with skills in painting, drawing, sculpting, woodwork and metalwork. In this interview with Daily Trust on Sunday, Kelechi shares her experiences, inspirations and aspirations as a mu…
South Africa: Johannesburg Resident Wins Utility Bill Battle After 7-Year Fight – South African News Briefs – April 22, 2024
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South Africa: Esther Mahlangu – How the Famous South African Artist Keeps Her Ndebele Culture Alive
[The Conversation Africa] Esther Mahlangu is having a retrospective of her world famous art in Cape Town. Now 88, the South African visual artist is best known for her colourful large-scale murals in the traditional patterns and colours of the Ndebele …
Uganda: All Set As Vumbula Uganda Festival Returns to Jinja
[Nile Post] Following a successful event last year that attracted thousands, Vumbula Uganda Festival is returning to Jinja from May 31 until June 3, 2024 at Nile Nest Resort.
Zimbabwe: Record Crowd Attends Independence Celebrations
[The Herald] More than 70 000 people yesterday thronged Murambinda B Secondary School in Buhera District, Manicaland Province, for the 44th Independence celebrations that were presided over by President Mnangagwa.
Zimbabwe: Musicians Urged to Know Copyright Laws
[The Herald] A panel of musicians, industry experts and intellectual property professionals met in the capital recently to discuss protection of music copyright.
Nigeria: Unpaid Prizes – BBNaija Phyna Refuses New Offer From Multichoice
[Premium Times] Phyna, who won the 2022 BBNaija edition, was promised a significant package of prizes.