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Odun Ifa Exhibition

Yoruba Gallery’s Odun Ifa 2024 exhibition showcased an eclectic mix of art from talented artists presenting the essence of Ifa / Orunmila in practice, belief, culture and lifestyle, including the Orisa’s associated with Ifa such as Orisa Ibeji and Orisa Esu in his multidimensional forms and energies.

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Nigeria: Court Sentences Kano TikToker ‘Tsulange’ to Jail Over Indecent Conduct

4th July 2025

[Leadership] A Magistrate Court in Kano State has sentenced a popular TikToker, Umar Hashim, popularly known as Tsulange, to one year jail term for engaging in indecent conduct.

Egypt: Queen Hatshepsut’s Statues Were Destroyed in Ancient Egypt – New Study Challenges the Revenge Theory

4th July 2025

[The Conversation Africa] After the Egyptian pharaoh Hatshepsut died around 1458 BCE, many statues of her were destroyed. Archaeologists believed that they were targeted in an act of revenge by Thutmose III, her successor. Yet the condition of the statues recovered in the vicinity of her mortuary temple varies and many survive with their faces virtually intact.

Nigeria: Bright Chimezie Releases ‘Because of English’ Acoustic Version

3rd July 2025

[Premium Times] The song has enjoyed a commercial resurgence after being sampled by multi-award-winning superstar Davido on his smash hit single 'With You', which features Omah Lay.

Rwanda: Party Time – Rubavu Welcomes Thousands for Liberation Holidays

3rd July 2025

[New Times] It is about to go down in Rubavu as the North-Western town welcomes thousands of Kigali to the breathtaking beach and lakeside spots for the liberation holidays.

Zimbabwe: The Industry Deserves Leaders With Integrity – Musicians Call for Reforms At Zimura Following Director’s Fraud Conviction

3rd July 2025

[New Zimbabwe] Zimbabwe Music Rights Association (ZIMURA) Executive Director Polisile Ncube Chimhini's recent fraud conviction has fuelled demands for reforms at the music rights body.

South Africa: Villagers Beg New Rain Queen to End Tzaneen Drought

3rd July 2025

[Scrolla] Boreholes in Tzaneen have run dry, and 42 have been vandalised as villagers cry out for help during a drought. Mayor Pule Shayi says R45-million has been set aside to fix boreholes, but locals want the Rain Queen to step in.

Nigeria: Kaffy Unveils Creative Empire, Wellness Movement to Mark 25 Years in Dance

3rd July 2025

[Premium Times] Kaffy said the new venture aims to address longstanding structural gaps in Nigeria's creative industry.

Nigeria: Tems Launches Leading Vibe Initiative for Women Shaping Africa’s Music Future

3rd July 2025

[Leading Vibe Initiative] Two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer, songwriter, and producer, Tems, announces today the launch of the Leading Vibe Initiative, a groundbreaking platform designed to support, connect and amplify young women in music across Africa, with a vision to expand its impact globally.

Nigeria: Timeline – Key Events, Unanswered Questions in 2025 Over Mohbad’s Puzzling Death

3rd July 2025

[Premium Times] Twenty-one months after his untimely death, Mohbad remains trapped in a real-life drama, denied even the peace of the grave as his case continues to unfold. PREMIUM TIMES outlines key developments from January to July.

Nigeria: Court Dismisses Mohbad’s Father’s Suit Against Naira Marley, Sam Larry

3rd July 2025

[Vanguard] An Ikeja High Court on Wednesday dismissed an application filed by Mr Joseph Aloba, father of the late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba (popularly known as Mohbad).

Uganda: June Edition of the Daycation Brunch X Don Julio a Heavy Feast

2nd July 2025

[Nile Post] There are few better ways to close out a weekend than with good music, great food, stylish company, and a glass of something premium in hand. That was the exact vibe this past Sunday at Silo Lounge as the June edition of the Daycation Brunch unfolded in full flair, once again sponsored by luxury tequila brand Don Julio.

South Africa: Shaka Ilembe Star Walks Away From Acting

2nd July 2025

[Scrolla] Actor Lemogang Tsipa says he is leaving acting behind to focus fully on his music career after Shaka iLembe ends. He has teamed up with stars like Mbuso Khoza and Moneoa to create a new sound inspired by South African culture.

Rwanda: Teacher Mpamire Back to Gen Z Comedy Show Stage

2nd July 2025

[New Times] Just a year after taking the Camp Kigali stage down, Ugandan comedy sensation and actor Teacher Mpamire will once again be the main act for the next edition of the Gen Z Comedy Show scheduled for Thursday, July 10.

Nigeria: Garba Shehu to Present Book On Buhari’s Administration

2nd July 2025

[Premium Times] Mr Shehu said the book tries to authoritatively document the achievements and some of the historic decisions of the Buhari administration in eight years.

Nigeria: ‘She’ll Destroy Your Legacy’ – – 2baba’s Brother Warns Singer Over Current Relationship

2nd July 2025

[Premium Times] "A girlfriend who breaks into your phone to announce your divorce, because she had doubts about you going through with it, who posts and deletes a picture of herself on your socials and ask Nigerians to help you beg her to marry her while you sleep?"

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Odun Ifa Exhibition

Nigeria: Court Sentences Kano TikToker ‘Tsulange’ to Jail Over Indecent Conduct

Egypt: Queen Hatshepsut’s Statues Were Destroyed in Ancient Egypt – New Study Challenges the Revenge Theory

Nigeria: Bright Chimezie Releases ‘Because of English’ Acoustic Version

Rwanda: Party Time – Rubavu Welcomes Thousands for Liberation Holidays

Zimbabwe: The Industry Deserves Leaders With Integrity – Musicians Call for Reforms At Zimura Following Director’s Fraud Conviction

South Africa: Villagers Beg New Rain Queen to End Tzaneen Drought

Nigeria: Kaffy Unveils Creative Empire, Wellness Movement to Mark 25 Years in Dance

Nigeria: Tems Launches Leading Vibe Initiative for Women Shaping Africa’s Music Future

Nigeria: Timeline – Key Events, Unanswered Questions in 2025 Over Mohbad’s Puzzling Death

Nigeria: Court Dismisses Mohbad’s Father’s Suit Against Naira Marley, Sam Larry

Uganda: June Edition of the Daycation Brunch X Don Julio a Heavy Feast

South Africa: Shaka Ilembe Star Walks Away From Acting

Rwanda: Teacher Mpamire Back to Gen Z Comedy Show Stage

Nigeria: Garba Shehu to Present Book On Buhari’s Administration

Nigeria: ‘She’ll Destroy Your Legacy’ – – 2baba’s Brother Warns Singer Over Current Relationship

Zimbabwe: Ladysmith Black Mambazo Honoured With Prestigious Award

Nigeria: 2Baba Apologises to Natasha After Viral ‘Men Not Built for One Woman’ Comment

Namibia: EU Backs Namibia’s Cultural Data Drive With €5m (N$104 M) for Unesco Indicators Project

Uganda: Koffi Olomidé to Headline Afrigo Band’s 50th Anniversary Concert in Kampala

Zimbabwe: Shoko Festival Unveils International Collaborations for 15th Edition – King Kandoro to Perform

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