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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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Liberia: Labour Ministry Resolves Musicians’ Union Dispute, Orders Induction of Elected Leaders

25th June 2025

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- The Ministry of Labour has validated the September 2024 elections of the Musicians' Union of Liberia (MULIB), ordering the immediate induction of the elected leadership after months of internal disputes and delay.

South Africa: Gogo Maweni Accused of Using Witchcraft Live On TV

25th June 2025

[Scrolla] A photo from Thokoza Gogo shows a pig wearing underwear said to belong to a woman who had an affair with a client's partner. Viewers are split between those accusing Gogo Maweni of chasing attention and others defending her right to practise her traditional beliefs.

Nigeria: Sole to Soul – Adewuyi’s Retrospective Solo Exhibition On Human Endurance, Spiritual Journeying

25th June 2025

[Vanguard] On a first observation, works by renowned Nigerian sculptor Adewuyi Kehinde Ken, professionally known as Kenny Adewuyi seem like antiques, but they are actually contemporary pieces.

Uganda: Kamwenge Arts Teachers End Strike After Govt Pledges Salary Review

25th June 2025

[Nile Post] Arts teachers in Kamwenge District have ended their two-week strike and resumed teaching after receiving assurances from the Ministry of Education and Sports regarding salary enhancement.

Rwanda: When Live Performances Become Rwandan Music’s Weak Link

25th June 2025

[New Times] Rwanda's music industry continues to make impressive strides, debuting on global markets, attracting more refined artistes, but the quality of live music performance remains a huge challenge to not only performers but listeners.

Uganda: Artist Redefines Art With Steel Canvas

25th June 2025

[Independent (Kampala)] Sello Letswalo (33) stands as a pioneering multimedia artist whose innovative approach to painting and sculpture is reshaping contemporary African art.

South Africa: Zulu Prince Steals the Show At Tanzania Festival

25th June 2025

[Scrolla] Prince Wandile Ngobese wowed Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan at a festival by performing a traditional Zulu dance in full regalia. Ngobese, who is in Tanzania to teach Zulu culture to the Ngoni tribe, will stay there until August on a fully funded visit.

Uganda: Ugandan-Born Zohran Mamdani Tops Race for New York City Mayor

25th June 2025

[Nile Post] Zohran Mamdani, the 33-year-old son of renowned Ugandan academic Mahmood Mamdani and celebrated filmmaker Mira Nair, has stunned the US political establishment after pulling ahead in New York City's mayoral Democratic primary.

Uganda: Musician David Mugema Dies Suddenly in Gulu

25th June 2025

[Nile Post] Musician David Mugema has died suddenly in Gulu, sources have confirmed.

Namibia: Dancehall-Reggae Star Kamasutra Announces Comeback to Namibian Music Scene

25th June 2025

[Namibian] Dancehall-reggae artist Conrad Kamari, known as Kamasutra, has announced his return to the Namibian music industry in the not-so-distant future.

South Africa: Over 100 Displaced in Stellenbosch Informal Settlement Fire – South African News Briefs – June 25, 2025

25th June 2025

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South Africa: Belal Khaled’s Photographs Bring the Horror of Life in Gaza to Johannesburg

25th June 2025

[GroundUp] Haunting images of the war through the lens of Palestinian photojournalist

East Africa: Liberia Film Awards 2025 – ‘Fantasy’ Steals the Spotlight

24th June 2025

[Liberian Observer] Liberia's biggest night in cinema came alive on Saturday, June 21, as celebrities, filmmakers, and cultural ambassadors gathered at the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Ministerial Complex Theatre in Congo Town to celebrate the 2025 Liberia Film Awards (LFA). The glamorous evening recognized the best in Liberian, African, and diaspora filmmaking, highlighting achievements across 30+ categories.

East Africa: Uganda Showcases Tourism and Cultural Riches At Landmark Expo in Doha

24th June 2025

[Nile Post] The Embassy of the Republic of Uganda in the State of Qatar has successfully hosted the Uganda Tourism and Cultural Expo 2025, a high-profile event aimed at promoting Uganda's rich tourism offerings and diverse cultural heritage to the Qatari market.

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Odun Ifa Exhibition

Liberia: Labour Ministry Resolves Musicians’ Union Dispute, Orders Induction of Elected Leaders

South Africa: Gogo Maweni Accused of Using Witchcraft Live On TV

Nigeria: Sole to Soul – Adewuyi’s Retrospective Solo Exhibition On Human Endurance, Spiritual Journeying

Uganda: Kamwenge Arts Teachers End Strike After Govt Pledges Salary Review

Rwanda: When Live Performances Become Rwandan Music’s Weak Link

Uganda: Artist Redefines Art With Steel Canvas

South Africa: Zulu Prince Steals the Show At Tanzania Festival

Uganda: Ugandan-Born Zohran Mamdani Tops Race for New York City Mayor

Uganda: Musician David Mugema Dies Suddenly in Gulu

Namibia: Dancehall-Reggae Star Kamasutra Announces Comeback to Namibian Music Scene

South Africa: Over 100 Displaced in Stellenbosch Informal Settlement Fire – South African News Briefs – June 25, 2025

South Africa: Belal Khaled’s Photographs Bring the Horror of Life in Gaza to Johannesburg

East Africa: Liberia Film Awards 2025 – ‘Fantasy’ Steals the Spotlight

East Africa: Uganda Showcases Tourism and Cultural Riches At Landmark Expo in Doha

Nigeria: Linc Edochie’s Partner, Yinka, Announces End of Their Union

Tunisia: Opening of 25th Arab Radio and Television Festival

Nigeria: Assembly Summons Police Chief Over Traditional Ruler’s Arrest Within Complex

South Africa: Scotts Maphuma’s New Romance With Senamile Mhlongo Revealed

South Africa: UCT Student Balances Books and Triathlons On the Road to World Champs

Zimbabwe: Nadia Nakai Not Returning for Season 4 of Netflix’s Young, Famous and African?

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