South Africa: New Startup Gives Unwanted European Fashion a ‘Second Life’ in South Africa
[Daily Maverick] Africa has been the West’s dumping ground for far too long: a new recommerce enterprise aims to sell last season’s high fashion at significantly lower prices.
Nigeria: Mohbad – Victim of a Failed Society?
[Daily Trust] Until he died under mysterious circumstances, the majority of older Nigerians probably have never heard of Illerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, a young Nigerian rapper, singer and songwriter, whose stage name was MohBad. The young man predicted h…
Nigeria: Stop Using MohBad’s Death to Chase Clout – Bestman Thompson Tells Influencers
[Vanguard] Famous Nollywood filmmaker, actor, producer and philanthropist, Ubong Nse Thompson also known as Bestman Thompson has berated online activists from using the death of sensational artiste, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba popularly known as Mohbad …
Rwanda: Locally Filmed Movie ‘Fight Like a Girl’ Bags Nominations at AMAAs
[New Times] The Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) roster of nominees for the year 2023 is out, and the movie ‘Fight Like a Girl’ which features local actors Malaika Uwamahoro, Kennedy Jones Mazimpaka, and Arthur Nkusi is on the list.
Kenya: Kenya Inks Film Promotion Deal With Hollywood Invention Studios
[Capital FM] Nairobi — Kenya has inked a deal in Los Angeles, California to bring Hollywood Invention Studios to Kenya.
Africa: AU’s Chief Envoy for Silencing Guns Urges Artists to Support Peace Efforts
[Capital FM] Nairobi — The African Union (AU) High Representative for Silencing the Guns in Africa, Dr. Mohamed Ibn Chambas, has urged artists across the continent to utilize their talents in championing for peace amidst escalating conflicts in the re…
Nigeria: BBNaija All Stars – Pere, Mercy, Cee Cee, Cross Adekunle, Ilebaye Are Finalists
[Premium Times] Who will win the Brother Naija All-Stars edition and become N120m richer?
Nigeria: Vanguard Cartoon Editor, Dada Adekola Wins Best Comedy Cartoonist Award
[Vanguard] Vanguard Cartoon Editor Dada Adekola has won Best Comedy Cartoonist award, at the maiden edition of Nigeria Comedy Awards, held at Eko Convention Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Botswana: Culture Binds Society Together – Modukanele
[Botswana Daily News] Kajaja — Community leaders have a role to ensure culture is preserved and passed to the younger generation, as culture is paramount in giving people identity and dignity.
Rwanda: What You May Have Missed At the All-Star Concert
[New Times] Following the highly anticipated All-Star game by the Rwanda Basketball League, a concert took place featuring artistes such as Cassper Nyovest, Nasty C, Kivumbi King, and more. Their performances added excitement to the evening, and here’s…