ARTS & CULTURE

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.

Africa: Workshop on African Literature Highlights Works by Nituecheni Africano and Maurício Francisco Caetano at the Sankofa Book Awards Kenya 2025

[Sankofa Book Awards] Nairobi, Kenya - September 29,2025 - The prestigious Sankofa Book Awards Kenya 2025 today announced the winning works of its latest edition during a dynamic international workshop on African literature held in Nairobi. The awards honored profound contributions to African literature and cultural anthropology, celebrating authors whose voices echo far beyond the continent's borders.

Kenya: Kenyan-Rwandan Music Connection Comes Alive in Kigali

[New Times] Rwandan and Kenyan music dominated the World Champs Night Life concert playlist as Bensoul and Nviiri the Storyteller joined local acts Kid From Kigali, Shemi, and Angell Mutoni, to the Kigali Universe stage on the eve of the closure of the UCI Road World Championships.

Uganda: The Struggle to Be Heard On Sign Language Rights in Uganda

[IPS] Kampala -- Every Last week of September the Deaf community in Uganda and the rest of the world celebrates sign languages and the rich identity of Deaf people and Deaf culture. The day is also an opportunity to advocate for the enforcement of sign language laws and policies.

Tanzania: Tanzania’s Social Media Clampdown and the Elections – What’s At Risk

[The Conversation Africa] Social media platforms like WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook and X have transformed political dialogue and activism in Tanzania. The democratisation of political expression has especially empowered young voters and activists to challenge government actions and champion causes such as human rights, the release of political prisoners, and electoral reforms.

Namibia: Fading Notes, Lasting Legacy

[Namibian] Marais Nakale, better known as Nakale yaNakale or Sisande, died on 24 September 2023 aged 60. The Okongo-born musician, famous for his "blue music" style and hits such as 'Mokombada', left behind a legacy built on humility, resilience and a commitment to keeping traditional music alive.

Africa: Promoting Cultural Diversity of Africa!

[The Point] Africa, the cradle of human civilization, with a population of 1.2 billion, or 16% of the world's population, in 54 nations, is the most culturally diverse continent. It spreads over about 6% of Earth's total surface area and 20% of the land area, yet, Africa is home to almost a third of the world languages.