Rwanda: Kwibuka29 – Six Reads as Commemoration Approaches
[New Times] For a community to heal, the history of tragedy and misfortune ought to be preserved. And in our case, using literature to document the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi not only keeps us from forgetting our nation’s history, but also keeps u…
Nigeria: Nollywood Actress, Mercy Aigbe, Converts to Islam
[Daily Trust] Popular Nollywood Actress, Mercy Aigbe, has converted to Islam.
Rwanda: Winners at the Rwanda International Movie Awards
[New Times] During a glamorous ceremony of the Rwanda International Movie Awards held at Crown Conference on Saturday, April 1, local and international actors and filmmakers were recognised for their work.
Uganda: Bobi Wine Blames UMA Woes on Saha Being Close to Him, Museveni, Salim Saleh Fighting Artistes
[Nile Post] Robert Kyagulanyi alias Bobi Wine has claimed that president Museveni is using Uganda Musician Association (UMA) to fight him with the aim of crippling the growth and progress of the industry.
Nigeria: Khosi Wins Big Brother Titans
[This Day] South African Khosi has emerged as the victorious housemate of the inaugural season of Big Brother Titans, following an exhilarating 78 days in the house. The grand prize of $100,000 was the coveted goal for all participants, but only one co…
Nigeria: How I Lost Millions Trying to Have a Collabo With Nicki Minaj – Iyanya
[Daily Trust] Popular Nigerian musician, Iyanya Onoyom Mbuka simply known to fans as Iyanya, has revealed how he lost millions of naira in an attempt to feature iconic Trinidad and Tobago star, Nikki Minaj.
Nigeria: 10 Hit Nigerian Songs Turning 20 in 2023 Yet Still Banging With Good Memories
[Leadership] The landscape of the Nigerian music industry has completely evolved from what it was in 2003. At that time, streaming platforms were almost nonexistent, and it was difficult for musicians to get their music to consumers. In spite of that c…
South Africa: South Africa’s Khosi Wins Big Brother Titans
[Premium Times] Since the show began, Khosi has proven to be an outstanding housemate, with her endless drama and entertainment.
Nigeria: Famous Prophetess, Celebrity Couple Wanted for Running Drug Cartel
[Premium Times] “The Agency has since blocked the sum of Eighty Million Naira traced to the account and obtained a court order to seize all properties, including a fuel station linked to the suspects in Lagos and Port Harcourt”.
Nigeria: Why We ‘Re Returning d’Banj, Simi, Obi Asika As Judges On Nigerian Idol – Temjumola
[Vanguard] Dr Busola Tejumola, Executive Head of Content and West Africa Channels at MultiChoice Nigeria, producers of the country’s most prestigious singing competition, Nigerian Idol, during the week announced the return of music heavy weight, D’banj…