Nigeria: Nollywood Actress Monalisa Stephen Is Dead
[Premium Times] Her sister confirmed her death
Nigeria: Nollywood Producers Join Global Effort to Tackle Digital Copyright Theft
[Leadership] Nollywood producers have officially joined forces with the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) and the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) in a sweeping international campaign to combat the growing threat of digital copyright t…
Africa: Koyo Kouoh – Tribute to a Curator Who Fiercely Promoted African Art
[The Conversation Africa] The sudden death of the Cameroon-born curator Koyo Kouoh, at the age of 57 and at the height of her career, has shaken the art world. Her passing has left a void in the African arts scene, one which extends far beyond the cont…
Nigeria: Funke Akindele Makes List of Hollywood’s ‘Most Influential Women in International Film’
[Vanguard] Nigerian actress and filmmaker, Funke Akindele has earned global recognition after being listed among The Hollywood Reporter’s “Most Influential Women in International Film.”
Nigeria: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie to Headline Inaugural ‘Things Fall Apart’ Festival in Enugu
[Vanguard] …Festival to Celebrate Chinua Achebe’s Legacy Through Literature, Culture, and Technology
Nigeria: Court Jails Popular Nigerian Content Creators for Naira Abuse
[Premium Times] They pleaded guilty to the charges.
Nigeria: Nollywood Actress Jumoke George Cries Out for Help
[Leadership] Veteran actress Jumoke George known to have hugged the limelight and entertained many over the decades, recently made a public plea for help, disclosing that she has been ill and homeless for six years now.
Africa: Africa CEO Forum – Davido Calls for Investment in Africa’s Entertainment Facilities
[New Times] Global Afrobeats superstar David ‘Davido’ Adeleke has urged African governments to invest more in creative spaces as well as provide financial support to artists.
Zimbabwe: ‘The Past Two Weeks Have Been Very Stressful for Our Family’ Mai Jeremaya’s Husband Speaks
[263Chat] The husband of comedienne and skit maker Mai Jeremiah who hogged the limelight last week has broken his silence following reports that his wife, whose real name is Ashly was sexually assaulted.
Nigeria: South Korea to Deepen Cultural Ties With Nigeria
[Daily Trust] The Ambassador of the Republic of Korea, Kim Pankyu, has pledged to enhance and strengthen the diplomatic relationships between Nigeria and South Korea.