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.

Rwanda: Celebrities Who Were Granted Rwandan Nationality

[New Times] Rwanda has become more than just a rising destination for tourism and investment but a new home for several celebrities from regional to globally recognized figures who appear on big screens of Hollywood, European cinema, music stages and sporting arenas.

Nigeria: Nigerian Music Has Profound Influence On Global Stage – U.S. Ambassador

[This Day] The US Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard M. Mills, Jr., yesterday celebrated the profound influence of Nigerian music on the global stage and the vital role that American streaming platforms, record labels, and US Government exchange programs have played in amplifying Nigerian music globally, driving economic growth and fostering mutual prosperity for both countries.

Zimbabwe: Pinjisi Signs Heavenly Contract

[The Herald] Tatenda "Spanner Boy" Pinjisi, was renowned for his unique style of "soft sungura," expertly blended laid-back rhythms with crisp vocals that set him apart from others.

Zimbabwe: Chitima Relishes ‘G20’ Experience

[The Herald] Zimbabwean actor Tendaiishe Chitima made her international film debut in the new Hollywood movie "G20" starring Viola Davis, Anthony Anderson, Marsai Martin and Ramón Rodríguez.

Morocco: Bab L’bluz Returns to America

[Afropop] Bab l'Bluz has been the brainchild of French musician Brice Bottin and Moroccan musician Yousra Mansoor since they first met in 2016 as part of a music collective in Morocco that was combining modern jazz and traditional Gnawa music. The duo bonded over their love of Gnawa, but also the blues and rock. They quickly found their groove, formed a quartet, and composed 10 songs that eventually became their first album, Nayda, released in 2020 on Real World Records. Not bad for a new band. After touring

Africa: Tdendana – Music As Journalism

[Afropop] At this year's Babel Music Expo, a world music conference and festival held in Marseille in March, attendees were treated to the evening concerts as well as daytime showcases from emerging artists. One of these was sponsored by Villes des Musiques du Monde, a French national initiative specifically dedicated to promoting such talent. One of the winners of the Le Prix des Musiques d'ICI who performed - and that we really enjoyed - was Algerian-French singer/songwriter Nassim Dendane.