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South Africa: Journalists Called to Tell Positive African Stories

2nd December 2024

[SAnews.gov.za] While the continent faces many challenges, South African award-winning journalist, Benjamin Moshatama, has emphasised the importance of telling positive stories that reflect the progress and development in Africa.

Nigeria: May D Shades Wizkid On Social Media

2nd December 2024

[Leadership] Nigerian singer, Mr May D, has claimed that his Grammy-winning colleague, Wizkid, wouldn't have been on his level if he didn't fall out with his former record label, Square Records.

Liberia: Liberia Strongman Federation to Host Holiday Strongwoman Fitness Exhibition & Honoring Festival

29th November 2024

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia, Liberia -- The Liberia Strongman & Fitness Federation, in partnership with the Ministry of Youth & Sports, has announced plans to host the Holiday Liberia Strongman/Strongwoman Fitness Exhibition & Honoring Festival.

Nigeria: What the Yoruba People Have Lost

29th November 2024

[This Day] "Chief Lóògò Bámútùlá explains, 'I grew up amid deities...In the house, the gods talked audibly and clearly. They spoke precise human language...' This is a Chief who actively remembers his ancestors, who offers his own stories of a life lived through the Nigerian Civil War and beyond, and whose clients include those of many different affiliations. His practices include prayer, festival, charms, psychiatric care, pharmaceutical and medical interventions,

Namibia: Breyten Breytenbach – Peace, Perfect Peace

29th November 2024

[Namibian] It was with sorrow that I heard yesterday of Breyten Breytenbach's passing. The esteemed Afrikaans writer, poet, painter and activist was Gondwana's guest at Etosha Safari Lodge & Camp seven years ago. We filmed him on the deck of the lodge against the backdrop of the verdant mopane forest.

Nigeria: How I Was Rushed to Hospital Three Times for Medical Emergency – Actress Omotola

29th November 2024

[Vanguard] Veteran Nigerian actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, popularly known as Omosexy, has expressed gratitude to God following a health crisis that nearly claimed her life.

Uganda: ‘They Are Interfering With My Work’ – Gen Saleh Orders Kenzo to Rein in Musicians Flocking Gulu

29th November 2024

[Nile Post] There are rumours that many musicians and comedians have recently been flocking Gen Saleh's residence in Layibi-Bardege division of Gulu City in search of financial support.

Nigeria: Macron Posts in Pidgin As He Recalls Days As French Embassy Intern in Nigeria

29th November 2024

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- French President Emmanuel Macron displayed a rare show of cultural appreciaton on Thursday after his official account shared an X post in Pidgin English following talks with Nigeria's Bola Tinubu.

South Africa: Jan Smuts Was a White Supremacist. Nelson Mandela a Black Liberation Hero. New Book Explores What They Have in Common

29th November 2024

[The Conversation Africa] Jan Christiaan Smuts (1870-1950) and Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela (1918-2013) belonged to and were shaped by two different epochs in South Africa, yet left an indelible mark on its history. Sociologist Roger Southall has brought them together, so to speak, in a book, Smuts & Mandela, The Men Who Made South Africa. Among the many parallels he draws between the two men - one a racist white supremacist and the other a non-racialist and African nationalist - is that they were both nation-builders. Smuts made

Kenya: Senator Keg Kicks Off Nationwide 20-Year Celebrations With Vibrant Festivities

28th November 2024

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya Breweries Limited's (KBL) Senator Keg brand has kicked off a nationwide celebration marking 20 years since its launch, under the theme "Tuzidi Kuinuana" (Let's Keep Uplifting Each Other).

Nigeria: Creatives, Entertainment Stakeholders Grace Maiden ‘Lagos Creates’ Event

28th November 2024

[Premium Times] The three-day event drew hundreds of creatives, innovators, and thought leaders and celebrated the immense potential of Lagos' creative industry.

Ghana: President Nana Addo Expresses His Appreciation to the Ashanti Regional House of Chiefs

28th November 2024

[Ghana Presidency] The President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has expressed his profound appreciation and that of the NPP government to the Chiefs and people of the Ashanti Region for their continued support throughout his time as President.

Ghana: Chiefs and Queenmothers of Ashanti Region Name Akufo-Addo ‘Precious President’ – Urge Asanteman Not to Repeat the Kufuor Mistake

28th November 2024

[Ghana Presidency] Chiefs and Queenmothers of the Ashanti Regional House of Chiefs, have as a result of the the massive developmental projects and the cordial relationship esta named Akufo-Addo as their "Precious President."

Uganda: Alien Skin Granted Bail, but Yet to Regain Freedom

28th November 2024

[Nile Post] The Chief Magistrates Court in Makindye has granted bail to singer, Patrick Mulwana, alias Alien Skin.

Rwanda: AY – Rwandan Rising Star Taking Music Production to New Levels

28th November 2024

[New Times] AY is a name which has been catching attention of many in Rwanda's Hip Hop music scene, especially those who closely follows the music recorded at Get Money Forever (GMF) collective.

Nigeria: Burna Boy Behind Speed Darlington’s Rearrest – Lawyer, Deji Adeyanju

28th November 2024

[Premium Times] "If you Burna Boy wants this issue to end, call your mummy to come on television and beg me, just as my mother begged you. It's simple English. Also, you (Burna Boy) will need to send me N12 million, and then I'll stop dragging you."

Sudan: 55+ Artists Killed in Sudan War, ACJPS Report Reveals

28th November 2024

[Dabanga] Kampala -- More than 55 artists have been killed in Sudan since the outbreak of conflict on April 15, 2023, according to a report by the African Center for Justice and Peace Studies (ACJPS) and the Sudanese Music Research Center. Among them were artists who died by extrajudicial killing, denial of healthcare, and torture in detention.

ARTS & CULTURE

Odun Ifa Exhibition

South Africa: Journalists Called to Tell Positive African Stories

Nigeria: May D Shades Wizkid On Social Media

Liberia: Liberia Strongman Federation to Host Holiday Strongwoman Fitness Exhibition & Honoring Festival

Nigeria: What the Yoruba People Have Lost

Namibia: Breyten Breytenbach – Peace, Perfect Peace

Nigeria: How I Was Rushed to Hospital Three Times for Medical Emergency – Actress Omotola

Uganda: ‘They Are Interfering With My Work’ – Gen Saleh Orders Kenzo to Rein in Musicians Flocking Gulu

Nigeria: Macron Posts in Pidgin As He Recalls Days As French Embassy Intern in Nigeria

South Africa: Jan Smuts Was a White Supremacist. Nelson Mandela a Black Liberation Hero. New Book Explores What They Have in Common

Kenya: Senator Keg Kicks Off Nationwide 20-Year Celebrations With Vibrant Festivities

Nigeria: Creatives, Entertainment Stakeholders Grace Maiden ‘Lagos Creates’ Event

Ghana: President Nana Addo Expresses His Appreciation to the Ashanti Regional House of Chiefs

Ghana: Chiefs and Queenmothers of Ashanti Region Name Akufo-Addo ‘Precious President’ – Urge Asanteman Not to Repeat the Kufuor Mistake

Uganda: Alien Skin Granted Bail, but Yet to Regain Freedom

Rwanda: AY – Rwandan Rising Star Taking Music Production to New Levels

Nigeria: Burna Boy Behind Speed Darlington’s Rearrest – Lawyer, Deji Adeyanju

Sudan: 55+ Artists Killed in Sudan War, ACJPS Report Reveals

Zimbabwe: Harare Shutdown – Jah Prayzah Set to Ignite Explosive End of Year Gig

Africa: Joy Dancer – Dance Documentary Shows the Power of Movement to Give a Voice to the Silenced

Zimbabwe: Kweseka Wins U.S.$15 000 At 2024 Chibuku Road to Fame

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