Zimbabwe: 2024 Literary Arts Review
[The Herald] Written and spoken art forms such as fiction, poetry, drama, and prose endure through the ages.
Zimbabwe: Miss World SA Jets Off to Dubai for Training
[The Herald] At just 18 years old, Zoalize Jansen van Rensburg is set to make history as the youngest competitor at the Miss World pageant taking place in India in March 2025.
Nigeria: Rita Dominic Pledges Transformative Vision for 45th Miss Nigeria Pageant
[This Day] An acclaimed actress and social change maker, Ms. Rita Dominic, has declared that her appointment as chairman of the Miss Nigeria Board, would herald a new era of purpose-driven representation and female empowerment through the prestigious 4…
South Africa: F1 – Here We Come!
[SAnews.gov.za] Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie, has announced a team of experts to form South Africa’s Formula One Bid Steering Committee (BSC) for the return of the international auto racing event.
Africa: 6 Best African Sci-Fi and Fantasy Books to Read This Holiday
[The Conversation Africa] Science fiction, fantasy, horror and other forms of speculative fiction are breathing new life into African writing. International awards, TV deals, new publishing imprints, a growing fanbase and academic studies are adding to…
Rwanda: Behind the Lens With Eric Kabera – Uncovering Filmmaking Secrets, Career Advice
[New Times] It was a chilly, sunlit mid-morning when we arrived at Kwetu Film Institute and Hillywood Café, tucked into the serene hills of Gacuriro. This creative haven is where seasoned filmmaker Eric Kabera spends his hours — either overseeing…
Nigeria: Scores of Children Feared Dead in Ibadan Carnival Stampede
[Daily Trust] Many children are feared to have died yesterday in a stampede during an end-of-the-year carnival in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.
Uganda: New TV Series Launches On NBS TV to Showcase Talents of Ugandan Filmmakers
[Nile Post] The International Trade Center in partnership with the European Union has launched a new TV series named, Opportunities Are Here.
Nigeria: Real Reason Speed Darlington Hasn’t Been Released – Lawyer
[Premium Times] Speed Darlington’s prolonged detention continues to spark public curiosity, as today marks three weeks since his second arrest on 27 November during a performance in Owerri, Imo State.
Nigeria: Oyo Govt Arrests Organisers of Children Carnival Over Stampede
[Leadership] Organisers of the Wednesday carnival leading to the death of yet-to-be-confirmed children have been arrested by the Nigeria Police.