South Africa: Opera in Cape Town – Critics Trace How a Colonial Art Form Was Reinvented As African
[The Conversation Africa] Many people thought that classical opera in South Africa – regarded as a western, colonial art form that was the preserve of white people during apartheid – would die with democracy in 1994. Instead the opposite happened. Blac…
Ethiopia: Mulatu Astatke, Father of Ethiopian Jazz
[Ethiopian Herald] What makes an artist great? The answer to this question might be tough but one thing is clear. An artist achieves greatens at least by creating something that has not been created before him and keeps on improving it until the need o…
Kenya: Kenyan Film ‘Mono’ to Premier as 8.4.4 System Comes to an End
[Capital FM] Nairobi — A new Kenyan Film ‘Mono’ depicting the life of a first-year high school student is set to premiere at Anga Diamond Plaza on Friday December 1, 2023.
Africa: ‘Echoing the Voice of Africa’ Book Launched in Accra
[Ghanaian Times] “Echoing the Voice of Africa” a book documenting the inspirational speeches of the King of Morocco, His Majesty King Mohammed VI, on his vision for the sustainable development of Africa, peace and security, was on Saturday launched in …
Kenya: Kenya Copyright Board to Merge Bodies That Collect Royalties for Artists
[Capital FM] Muranga — The Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO) has promised to ensure the three bodies that collect royalties on behalf of artists are merged for efficiency and proper management of the sector.
Rwanda: Who Is Kendrick Lamar, the Hip Hop Legend Performing in Kigali Next Week?
[New Times] On November 3, Kendrick Lamar, a celebrated American rapper, was announced as the headliner of Move Afrika: A Global Citizen Experience, meant to establish an international touring circuit in Africa, starting with a concert in Kigali, on De…
Rwanda: Bruce Melodie, Shaggy Thrill Iheartradio Jingle Ball Tour in Texas
[New Times] Last evening, Rwandan singer Bruce Melodie joined Jamaican legend Shaggy on stage at the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Texas Edition to perform their trending song ‘When She’s Around’.
Tunisia: Line-Up for 9th Medenine International Documentary and Short Film Festival
[Tunis Afrique Presse] Tunis/Tunisia — The Palestinian cause will be high on the agenda of the 9th Medenine International Documentary and Short Films Festival (FIFDOC).
South Africa: Government Announces New Awards for Arts, Culture Sector
[SAnews.gov.za] Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Zizi Kodwa has announced that government will be hosting an all-encompassing awards ceremony to recognise those who exhibit outstanding artistic and technical achievement in the arts and culture sector.
Uganda: Comedian Reign Lists Friends, Determines Financial Gifts for His Birthday
[Nile Post] Obed Karim Lubega alias Reign of the famous Reign and Maulana comedy duo has inserted a siphon into the pockets of his close friends, by predetermining financial/ material gifts they should give him on his 31st Birthday.