Rwanda: The Ben Gets Paid Over Rwf40,000,000 to Perform in Burundi
[New Times] Rwandan RNB star Benjamin Mugisha, popularly known as The Ben, is expected to perform for the first time in Burundi, where he has a huge fan base after his home-country Rwanda.
Uganda: Gospel Artiste Sinach to Perform in Kampala This Friday
[Nile Post] Osinach Egbu commonly known as Sinach, the internationally acclaimed gospel artiste known for her chart-topping hits and inspirational lyrics is set to grace Uganda for a highly-anticipated live concert. The event, scheduled for this weeken…
Nigeria: Musician Seun Kuti Faces Charges Over Alleged Assault on Police Officer
[Daily Trust] The arraignment of the Afrobeat musician, Seun Kuti, over alleged assault on a police officer, has been fixed for September 27 before a Yaba Chief Magistrate’s Court in Lagos State.
Uganda: Bell Lager Throws Bash for Newly Crowned CEO
[Nile Post] Crowned Chief Enjoyments Officer (CEO) Abu Sufian Kimbugwe and some of the contestants were treated to extreme enjoyments at the recently concluded victory party organized by Bell Lager at Supremacy Lounge in Makerere.
Rwanda: ‘Black Panther’ Star Winston Duke Acquires Rwandan Nationality
[New Times] Renowned actor Winston Duke, celebrated for his role as M’baku in the ‘Black Panther’ movie, has been granted Rwandan citizenship.
Zimbabwe: Chiremerera – Jah Prayzah Props Mnangagwa to a Disputed Throne, Thanked for ‘Always Supporting Zanu-PF’
[New Zimbabwe] AWARD winning musician Jah Prayzah provided another soundtrack as President Mnangagwa was inaugurated at the National Sports Stadium Monday, nine days after winning a contentious election.
Eritrea: Photo Exhibition in Connection With Beginning of Armed Struggle Anniversary
[Shabait] Asmara, 01 September 2023- A photo exhibition organized by the board of the liberation fighters association staged in connection with the 62nd anniversary of the beginning of the armed struggle for Eritrea’s Independence was officially opened…
Rwanda: Kagame, Idris Elba Discuss Elevation of Creative Arts in Rwanda
[New Times] Renowned British actor and musician, Idris Elba met with President Paul Kagame on September 1, and discussed several opportunities for partnerships in developing the creative arts industry in Rwanda.
Uganda: PM Nabbanja Kwepichas With Gravity Omutujju’s Mother As Live Cow Dances On Stage
[Nile Post] Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja was recently seen on stage in Nakasongola singing Gravity Omutujju’s ( Gereson Wabuyi) okwepicha song, many would not have told it was a rehearsal from the big day at Lugogo Cricket Oval.
Senegal: Filmmaker Pays Homage to Roots in Tragic Tale of Love
[RFI] With her first feature film “Banel & Adama”, Franco-Senegalese director Ramata-Toulaye Sy has chosen to shine a light on Fulani culture. She brings a feminist voice to the story of a young married couple faced with the weight of family tradi…