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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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Emmanuel Olaleye-IFA OLOKUN
Emmanuel Olaleye-IFA OLOKUN
Watson Mere-SANGO BABA WA
Watson Mere-SANGO BABA WA
Akanni Kehinde- THE SAYER
Akanni Kehinde- THE SAYER

Kenya: Spyware Installed On Kenyan Filmmakers’ Phones in Police Custody

11th September 2025
[CPJ] New York -- The Committee to Protect Journalists is gravely alarmed by the installation of spyware on two Kenyan filmmakers' phones while the devices were in police custody, and calls on authorities to drop a case against them and two other filmmakers and ensure that journalists are not further targeted for surveillance.

Sudan: Minister of Culture and Information – Government Determined to Liberate Citizens in Darfur From Rebel Militia

10th September 2025
[SNA] - Minister of Culture, Information, and Tourism Khalid Al-Eisir affirmed the government's determination to free citizens in Darfur from the grip of the rebel militia, stressing that the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) are capable of completing the liberation of the remaining areas after reclaiming Khartoum, Al-Gezira, Sennar, and others over the past two years.

Malawi: Gibo, Bwede Lit Up NBM Championship Launch Party

10th September 2025
[Nyasa Times] Mangochi Stadium came alive on Saturday night as music, dance, and celebration took centre stage following the launch of the K500 million NBM Championship sponsored by National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc.

Rwanda: On Repeat – Fresh Hits Trending in Kigali Right Now

10th September 2025
[New Times] Rwanda's music industry is buzzing with fresh releases that are capturing everyone's attention. These popular tracks aren't just dominating nightclubs - they're everywhere you turn, from street corners to radio playlists that can't get enough of them.

Uganda: Singer-Turned-Politician Nubian Li Arrested

10th September 2025
[Nile Post] Nubian Li, the singer-turned-politician and a long-time confidante of National Unity Platform president Robert Kyagulanyi, has been arrested shortly after submitting his nomination papers for Nakawa Division mayor.

Congo-Kinshasa: Photographer Brent Stirton Celebrates DR Congo’s Virunga National Park

10th September 2025
[RFI] Perpignan - Virunga, Africa's first national park, is home to endangered wildlife, including the world's largest population of mountain gorillas. Situated in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, the park is marking its centenary despite continuing threats from armed groups and regional instability. Photographer Brent Stirton's powerful series, "Virunga National Park. DRC: 100 Years of Resilience", has been awarded the Visa d'Or Magazine prize at Visa pour l'Image in Perpignan.

Zimbabwe: Churches Must Respect Gospel Artists – Baba Harare

9th September 2025
[263Chat] Musician Baba Harare has urged churches and gospel promoters to bring greater professionalism and accountability to the gospel music industry warning that exploitation is holding back both the ministry and artists' livelihoods.

Zimbabwe: Vintage Flames At Inaugural Doek and Slay UK

9th September 2025
[New Zimbabwe] The air in Potters Bar town carried a buzz of anticipation on the morning of the inaugural Doek and Slay Vintage Event. It was more than just a gathering, a celebration of womanhood, style, and heritage.

Congo-Kinshasa: Naxx Bitota – Making Modern Mutuashi

9th September 2025
[Afropop] Having covered both the Montreal International Jazz Festival and Montreal's Nuits d'Afrique Festival for over a decade, we can say it's very rare for an artist to play at both festivals in the same year. Especially when it comes to filling a slot for a local world music artist, there are so many to choose from in the city. So when we saw that Naxx Bitota, an artist new to us, was booked this year at both, we guessed there was something special about her. And we guessed correctly.
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