Rwanda: Idris Elba, Kevin Hart Among Gorilla Namers
[New Times] This week, on Friday, September 1, Rwanda will hold its signature conservation event, the Gorilla Naming Ceremony, known locally as Kwita Izina, in which the country’s conservation efforts are recognized globally.
Rwanda: Mike Kayihura, Alyn Sano, Kivumbi to Perform at Blankets & Wine Kigali
[New Times] Organisers of the famous Blankets & Wine slated for September 3, at Canal Olympia, Rebero have announced that the much anticipated show will feature a diverse lineup of talented artists including Mike Kayihura, Alyn Sano, Kivumbi King,…
Rwanda: Bruce Melodie Refutes Rumours of Leaving 1:55am Record Label
[New Times] Renowned Rwandan musician, Bruce Itahiwacu, popularly known as Bruce Melodie, has said that he is still part of 1:55 AM record label and that he has no plans of parting ways with the label anytime soon.
Rwanda: Prince Kid, Miss Elsa to Wed on September 1
[New Times] Dieudonne Ishimwe, popularly known as Prince Kid, and Miss Rwanda 2017 Elsa Iradukunda will officially tie the knot on Friday, September 1.
Africa: From the Congo to Capitol Hill: A Coming-of-Age Memoir by Stephen R. Weissman
[allAfrica] A remarkable memoir of an American’s intimate engagement with the Congo, one throwing new light upon America’s political challenges today.from amazon.com
Ghana: Black Star International Film Festival Returns From September 18-24
[Ghanaian Times] The 8th Edition of the Black Star International Film Festival [BSIFF] has been launched under the theme, “Tech in Film: Exploring the Role of Technology in Filmmaking in Africa,” with the aim of focusing on the huge role technology is …
Nigeria: Sometimes It Hurts What People Say About Me On Social Media – 2baba
[Vanguard] Veteran Nigerian singer, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has revealed that he gets hurts sometimes by people’s comments about him on social media.
Rwanda: Juno Kizigenza Grants Diehard Fan Her Dream
[New Times] A young girl, known by the name of Joyeuse, has been trending on different social media platforms for proclaiming her love for singer Juno Kizigenza and how she would be honored to meet him.
Ethiopia: Research Underway to Restore Ancient Historical Sites After Two Years of War
[Addis Standard] Addis Ababa — The Authority for Research and Conservation of Cultural Heritage is currently undertaking research revisions to restore the ancient historical and archaeological sites of the Aksum Obelisk, known as Stelae Three, and the…
Kenya: Tiktok to Open Kenya Office
[New Times] TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew says an office will be set up in Kenya to help coordinate the app’s operations in the continent, The Standard Kenya reports.