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Africa: Kasiva Mutua – Feeling the 6/8 Rhythm

7th May 2025

[Afropop] In 2016, Afropop Worldwide spoke with a young Kenyan percussionist, Kasiva Mutua, when she was a member of the Nile Project. The Nile Project actually kicked off three years earlier, and as Nile Project co-founder and CEO, Mina Girgis explained to Afropop producers Banning Eyre and Ian Coss at the time:

Nigeria: Nigerian Fashion Leaders Demand Reforms to Compete Globally

6th May 2025

[Premium Times] They say if properly nurtured, the fashion industry can preserve indigenous knowledge and project a positive image of Nigeria to the world.

Namibia: Selma Kamanya Unveils Sun-Inspired National Costume Ahead of Miss World 2025

6th May 2025

[Namibian] Miss World Namibia 2025 Selma Kamanya unveiled her national costume over the weekend during an emotional send-off ceremony.

Mauritius: Education Minister Discusses Promotion of Music in Primary Schools

6th May 2025

[Government of Mauritius] A delegation from the Yamaha Music Gulf FZE, accompanied by the Ambassador of Japan to Mauritius, Mr Masahiro Kan, met the Minister of Education and Human Resource, Dr Mahend Gungapersad, this morning, to discuss the promotion of music education at primary school level in public schools in Mauritius.

Nigeria: VeryDarkMan Not Arrested Due to Attacks Against the Commission – EFCC

6th May 2025

[Vanguard] The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has clarified that the decision to arrest social media influencer VeryDarkMan was not influenced by his repeated attacks on the Commission.

Nigeria: Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, Chimamanda, Others Shine At 2025 Met Gala

6th May 2025

[Vanguard] Nigerian celebrities lit up the 2025 Met Gala with bold, culturally infused fashion statements, proudly representing Africa on the global stage.

Nigeria: VDM to Be Released Today, Faces Multiple Charges in Court Thursday

6th May 2025

[Vanguard] ·As PDP, Atiku, Akinnola, Davido, Cubana Chief Priest condemn his arrest

Nigeria: EFCC Speaks On VDM’s Arrest, Detention

6th May 2025

[Premium Times] EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale confirmed the reasons for VDM's arrest.

Nigeria: VeryDarkMan – EFCC Denies BBC’s Report On Reason for Arrest

6th May 2025

[Leadership] The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has denied a report by BBC News Pidgin regarding the reason for the arrest of controversial social media activist, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM).

Zimbabwe: Duo Raped Socialite, Booked Taxi Home for Her After – Court Hears

6th May 2025

[New Zimbabwe] Two Harare men have been locked up following their arrest on allegations of raping a socialite.

Nigeria: EFCC Breaks Silence On VeryDarkMan’s Arrest, Says There’re ‘Multiple Petitions’ Against Activist

6th May 2025

[Leadership] The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed that controversial critic, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly called VeryDarkMan (VDM), was arrested by its operatives over multiple petitions against him

Zimbabwe: Harare Socialite Lured, Locked in, and Raped – Suspects Remanded in Custody

6th May 2025

[263Chat] Two men who allegedly lured a Harare socialite under the pretense of a business meeting and subsequently took turns raping her have been remanded in custody by a Harare magistrate.

Africa: Youssou N’dour At Brooklyn’s King’s Theater

6th May 2025

[Afropop] The excitement and anticipation was palpable as the seats began to fill in the historic Kings Theater on Flatbush Ave on Sunday, April 27th, 2025. When hype-man and percussionist Mbaye Dieye Faye led the twelve-piece band onstage, the capacity crowd jumped to our feet to welcome the legend himself: Youssou N'Dour strode out in a glistening white and blue kaftan, arms raised in his signature salute. The crowd poured into the aisles, phones held aloft in an attempt to capture, if it were possible, the

Africa: Afropop Worldwide Co-Presents Two Films With the African Film Festival

6th May 2025

[Afropop] Once again, Afropop Worldwide is thrilled to partner with the New York African Film Festival, one of the most extensive festivals of its kind in the world.

Nigeria: An Afternoon of Classical Brilliance and Echoes of Excellence

5th May 2025

[This Day] In a spectacular Sunday afternoon classical music concert in Lagos, remarkably talented young instrumentalists deliver breathtaking performances, leaving their audience spellbound and inspired. Okechukwu Uwaezuoke reports

Tunisia: Tap Meeting At Filt – ‘Reinventing Cultural Journalism’ At the Heart of Recommendations

5th May 2025

[Tunis Afrique Presse] Tunis, May 3 -- The promotion of culture through the TAP news agency and media in general, along with TAP's leading role in strengthening ties between the media and the cultural sector, were among the key recommendations from a panel discussion titled "The Role of TAP in Spreading Book Culture."

Ethiopia: Oh Truth, Where Art Thou!

5th May 2025

[Ethiopian Herald] These days most of us complain that it's practically impossible to have good, sensible discussions with people on any issue. Why?

Ethiopia: The Etiquette Pavilion – Keeper of Rituals and Civility’s Forgotten Secrets

5th May 2025

[Ethiopian Herald] Etiquette Pavilion is a place that holds the secrets of "rituals and civility". "Rituals are all about showing respect," as Confucius once said. His ideal of "universal benevolence" aimed to promote love through acts of politeness and reverence. At Etiquette Pavilion, classicism and modern aesthetics are fused through an immersive theatrical performance providing a spiritual journey of civility.

Ethiopia: Bureau to Commemorate Historic Victory

5th May 2025

[Ethiopian Herald] -The Illubabur Zone Culture and Tourism Bureau has announced preparations to celebrate the 84th anniversary of the Battle of Sambé, in line with Ethiopian Patriots Day, which will take place this Monday.

Kenya: Media As the Bridge of Civilizations – a Global Call for Integrity and Cooperation

5th May 2025

[Capital FM] In the historic city of Qufu, birthplace of Confucius, a recent gathering of global media leaders delivered a timely reminder: the media must remain steadfast defenders of truth, facilitators of dialogue, and custodians of our shared global future.

ARTS & CULTURE

Odun Ifa Exhibition

Africa: Kasiva Mutua – Feeling the 6/8 Rhythm

Nigeria: Nigerian Fashion Leaders Demand Reforms to Compete Globally

Namibia: Selma Kamanya Unveils Sun-Inspired National Costume Ahead of Miss World 2025

Mauritius: Education Minister Discusses Promotion of Music in Primary Schools

Nigeria: VeryDarkMan Not Arrested Due to Attacks Against the Commission – EFCC

Nigeria: Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, Chimamanda, Others Shine At 2025 Met Gala

Nigeria: VDM to Be Released Today, Faces Multiple Charges in Court Thursday

Nigeria: EFCC Speaks On VDM’s Arrest, Detention

Nigeria: VeryDarkMan – EFCC Denies BBC’s Report On Reason for Arrest

Zimbabwe: Duo Raped Socialite, Booked Taxi Home for Her After – Court Hears

Nigeria: EFCC Breaks Silence On VeryDarkMan’s Arrest, Says There’re ‘Multiple Petitions’ Against Activist

Zimbabwe: Harare Socialite Lured, Locked in, and Raped – Suspects Remanded in Custody

Africa: Youssou N’dour At Brooklyn’s King’s Theater

Africa: Afropop Worldwide Co-Presents Two Films With the African Film Festival

Nigeria: An Afternoon of Classical Brilliance and Echoes of Excellence

Tunisia: Tap Meeting At Filt – ‘Reinventing Cultural Journalism’ At the Heart of Recommendations

Ethiopia: Oh Truth, Where Art Thou!

Ethiopia: The Etiquette Pavilion – Keeper of Rituals and Civility’s Forgotten Secrets

Ethiopia: Bureau to Commemorate Historic Victory

Kenya: Media As the Bridge of Civilizations – a Global Call for Integrity and Cooperation

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