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Africa: What Makes a Person Cool? Global Study Has Some Answers

25th July 2025

[The Conversation Africa] From Lagos to Cape Town, Santiago to Seoul, people want to be cool. "Cool" is a word we hear everywhere - in music, in fashion, on social media. We use it to describe certain types of people.

Rwanda: What Does It Mean Becoming Member of Recording Academy?

24th July 2025

[New Times] US-based Rwandan music executive and promoter, Ernesto Ugeziwe, is celebrating what he describes as a 'significant milestone' after he was last week selected as a new member of the Recording Academy's Class of 2025.

Zimbabwe: This Celebrity Lifestyle Kills You – Andy Muridzo Announces Retirement From Music

24th July 2025

[New Zimbabwe] CONTEMPORARY musician Andy Muridzo has announced he will step away from the music scene after the release of his forthcoming album 'Chakanyuka', citing that the pressures of being a "celebrity" were taking a toll on him.

Angola: Two Angolan Books Among the Finalists of the Sankofa Book Awards 2025

24th July 2025

[Sankofa Book Awards Kenya] Nairobi -- For the first time in history, two Angolan books have been selected as finalists for the prestigious Sankofa Book Awards - Kenya 2025, one of Africa's most prominent literary prizes.

South Africa: AKA, Tibz Murder Pre-Trial Set to Confirm Trial Date – South African News Briefs – July 24, 2025

24th July 2025

[allAfrica]

Rwanda: Seven Reasons Why 200 Bars, Other Businesses Were Sanctioned

24th July 2025

[New Times] A total of 206 bars and entertainment venues in Kigali faced penalties, including temporary closures and fines, after a citywide inspection uncovered widespread violations of hospitality and nightlife regulations by Rwanda Development Board (RDB).

South Africa: Arthur Mafokate Slammed After Getting R1.8-Million Arts Grant

24th July 2025

[Scrolla] Mafokate says the money was awarded fairly, but critics say it's wrong given his past legal troubles involving the Lottery Commission. The grant was given through the Mzansi Golden Economy programme, which helps support South African artists and creatives.

Africa: Fandom, Ai, and the Future of Independent Artists

24th July 2025

[Afropop] UBUNTU

Rwanda: ‘Hurts Harder’ – When Online Love Impersonation Ruins Kate’s Last Hope

23rd July 2025

[New Times] "Hurts Harder," a story that explores deep emotional pain caused by toxic love, is making rounds of headlines in town.

Tunisia: Mostra Di Venezia – Ben Hania’s ‘Voice of Hind Rajab’ Nominated for the Golden Lion

23rd July 2025

[Tunis Afrique Presse] Tunis, July 22 -- Twice Oscar-nominated Tunisian filmmaker Kaouther Ben Hania's next film, The Voice of Hind Rajab, has been nominated for the Golden Lion of the Venice Film Festival "La Mostra di Venezia," scheduled for August 27-September 6, 2025.

Africa: What You Should Know As Giants of Africa Festival Returns to Kigali

23rd July 2025

[New Times] The Giants of Africa Festival is returning to Kigali from 26 July to 2 August, bringing together 320 young athletes from 20 African nations, and more than 20,000 spectators for a week of community, culture, basketball, education and entertainment.

Zimbabwe: Silent Killer No-Show Disappoints Durban Fans, Promoters Threaten Legal Action

23rd July 2025

[New Zimbabwe] Zimdancehall artist Silent Killer did not show up for a recent music show at Cool Runnings, Durban, leaving fans and promoters frustrated.

South Africa: Kenny Kunene Caught Red-Handed Meeting Alleged DJ Sumbody Killer During Police Raid

23rd July 2025

[Scrolla] Kenny Kunene, who was caught at alleged murder mastermind Katiso Molefe's house during a police raid, desperately claims he was there to help young journalists. Democratic Alliance demands Kunene's immediate resignation saying he cannot keep his job after being busted at a murder suspect's home.

South Africa: Breakthrough Arrests in DJ Sumbody Murder Case

22nd July 2025

[SAnews.gov.za] Four men have been arrested in connection with the murder of Oupa John Sefoka, popularly known as DJ Sumbody.

Uganda: Eddy Kenzo Dismisses Selective Govt Support, Defends Global Reputation

22nd July 2025

[Nile Post] Renowned singer Edrisa Musuuza, popularly known as Eddy Kenzo, has rejected a proposal for selective government funding of only a few top musicians.

Zimbabwe: Silent Killer Goes Silent Again, Durban Show Organisers Fume

22nd July 2025

[263Chat] Dancehall artist Silent Killer has come under fire after failing to appear for a headline performance at a highly publicised live music event held at Cool Running in Durban, South Africa.

South Africa: Three Hitmen and Mastermind Nabbed in Dj Sumbody Killing

22nd July 2025

[Scrolla] Three suspected hitmen and one alleged mastermind behind DJ Sumbody's murder were arrested on Monday in a major police breakthrough. The gun used in the murder was found and has been linked to other killings, according to police spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe.

Kenya: George Ruto’s Mood’ Matatu Back to Garage for Repairs After Dazzling City Launch

22nd July 2025

[Capital FM] NAIROBI, Kenya, Jul -- Just days after its glitzy unveiling, the now-famous Mood matatu- the latest addition to President William Ruto's son George Ruto's luxury public transport fleet -- has been temporarily pulled off the road for touch-ups and repairs, following minor damages sustained during its high-profile launch event on Friday, July 19.

South Africa: Johannesburg’s Creative Hubs Are Booming – How Artists Are Rejuvenating a Failing Inner City

22nd July 2025

[The Conversation Africa] Johannesburg is weathering a storm of crises. Nowhere is its complex tangle of challenges more visible than in the inner city, where crime, overcrowding, and infrastructure collapse - such as roads literally exploding - paint a grim picture. Cultural institutions haven't been spared either, with long-standing landmarks like the Johannesburg Art Gallery caught in cycles of neglect and crisis.

Nigeria: Solate Ovundah-Akarolo, Bikiya Graham-Douglas Return With New Drama

21st July 2025

[Vanguard] Five 2 Media Entertainment has announced its return to the Nigerian film industry with the upcoming release of "Remi X Nneoma," a new drama exploring themes of love, grief and female relationships. The film which boasts an all-female creative leadership team is described as a contemporary interpretation of the biblical story of Ruth and Naomi, focusing on the process of rebuilding life after experiencing significant loss.

ARTS & CULTURE

Odun Ifa Exhibition

Africa: What Makes a Person Cool? Global Study Has Some Answers

Rwanda: What Does It Mean Becoming Member of Recording Academy?

Zimbabwe: This Celebrity Lifestyle Kills You – Andy Muridzo Announces Retirement From Music

Angola: Two Angolan Books Among the Finalists of the Sankofa Book Awards 2025

South Africa: AKA, Tibz Murder Pre-Trial Set to Confirm Trial Date – South African News Briefs – July 24, 2025

Rwanda: Seven Reasons Why 200 Bars, Other Businesses Were Sanctioned

South Africa: Arthur Mafokate Slammed After Getting R1.8-Million Arts Grant

Africa: Fandom, Ai, and the Future of Independent Artists

Rwanda: ‘Hurts Harder’ – When Online Love Impersonation Ruins Kate’s Last Hope

Tunisia: Mostra Di Venezia – Ben Hania’s ‘Voice of Hind Rajab’ Nominated for the Golden Lion

Africa: What You Should Know As Giants of Africa Festival Returns to Kigali

Zimbabwe: Silent Killer No-Show Disappoints Durban Fans, Promoters Threaten Legal Action

South Africa: Kenny Kunene Caught Red-Handed Meeting Alleged DJ Sumbody Killer During Police Raid

South Africa: Breakthrough Arrests in DJ Sumbody Murder Case

Uganda: Eddy Kenzo Dismisses Selective Govt Support, Defends Global Reputation

Zimbabwe: Silent Killer Goes Silent Again, Durban Show Organisers Fume

South Africa: Three Hitmen and Mastermind Nabbed in Dj Sumbody Killing

Kenya: George Ruto’s Mood’ Matatu Back to Garage for Repairs After Dazzling City Launch

South Africa: Johannesburg’s Creative Hubs Are Booming – How Artists Are Rejuvenating a Failing Inner City

Nigeria: Solate Ovundah-Akarolo, Bikiya Graham-Douglas Return With New Drama

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