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.

South Africa: Lebo M Getting Married for the 10th Time

[Scrolla] The Lion King music man is back with former fiancée Mel Ntsala, and they are now planning to get married. This comes just weeks after his public breakup and a nasty fight with ex-wife Pretty Samuels over a missing piano.

Africa: Goddess At the Public Theater

[Afropop] Goddess, a new musical playing at The Public Theater, is many things: a mystical drama reaching back to the mists of time, a dual love story with both comic and tragic fates, a murder mystery, a bold take on the confrontation between tradition and modernity in a post-colonial African society, and also, a riot of movement, rhythm, vibrant colors, jazzy music and virtuoso vocal performances to rival any opera out there.

Namibia: Iipumbu Seeks International Recognition for Totem Expo

[New Era] - Minister of Home Affairs , Immigration, Safety and Security, Lucia Iipumbu has called for greater recognition of local Totem Expo at both national and international levels, stating that they have potential to become an international cultural and trade event.

Namibia: Music Giants Ignite Opuwo Crowd

[New Era] The Opuwo Trade Fair Music Bash was short of nothing on Saturday because when the first beat dropped and the crowd erupted into cheers, it was a celebration of rhythm, nostalgia, and pure sonic energy.

Mauritius: Mauritius Launches Unesco Culture 2030 Indicators

[Government of Mauritius] Mauritius has embarked on the implementation of the United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organization's (UNESCO) Culture 2030 Indicators at national level and for the city of Port Louis, which is a key step in aligning culture with the sustainable development goals. In this context, a workshop organised with the technical assistance of the UNESCO, kicked off this morning, at the Caudan Arts Centre, in Port Louis.