Rwanda: Weekend Binge – Must-Watch Series to Add to Your Watchlist
[New Times] Choosing what TV show to watch next can be tough, many people often find themselves stuck, scrolling endlessly without making a decision. But with a long weekend ahead, it’s the perfect time to settle into a great series.
Africa: All of Africa Today – July 31, 2025
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Uganda: Mama D Discharged After Hospital Debt Crisis
[Nile Post] After days of uncertainty and public outcry, Ugandan celebrity chef Dorcus Basheba Kirabo, popularly known as Mama D, and her newborn twins have been discharged from Mulago Specialised Women and Neonatal Hospital following a high-stakes ord…
East Africa: Ethiopian Writers of Short Stories the Boom and the Bust
[Ethiopian Herald] Ye Gulelew Sekaram in Amharic or ‘The Drunkard of Gulelle’ is officially recognized as the first modern short story in Amharic literature which was written and published around 1946 by Temesgen Gebre, a little known Ethiopian writer …
Ethiopia: Commentary – Purity and Power: Sidama Politics Still Shackled By Old Ideologies
[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba — The Sidama people, an ethnic group residing in the southern part of Ethiopia, are recognized for their unique culture, language, and enduring historical resilience. Following years of advocacy and struggle, the Sidama ac…
Rwanda: Photos – Uncle Waffles Spins, Giants Rise: Kigali Welcomes Africa’s Brightest Talents
[New Times] Sunday night marked the vibrant return of the Giants of Africa Festival in Kigali, launching a weeklong celebration of sports, creativity and youth empowerment.
Eritrea: Eritrean Community Festival in Scandinavian Countries Concludes
[Shabait] Asmara, 28 July 2025 – The 27th annual Eritrean Community Festival in the Scandinavian countries, held from 24 July in Stockholm, concluded with a vibrant expression of national unity and patriotism.
Ethiopia: Movie Review – Dark Desire (2012)
[Ethiopian Herald] Dark Desire, a psychological thriller directed by a creative team, features a gripping narrative that intertwines themes of desire, betrayal, and the haunting effects of trauma. At the heart of the film is Zoe, played masterfully by …
Ethiopia: Navigating Identity, Expression, Livelihood – Blen’s Journey in Ethiopian Art, Media
[Ethiopian Herald] Being a woman with a voice in Ethiopia has never been simple, especially when that voice chooses to express itself through writing and journalism. Women’s contributions have often been limited, confined to certain spaces, expected to…
Rwanda: Top 10 Rwandan Traditional Games
[New Times] While many traditional Rwandan games have faded away, they once played an important role in people’s lives, helping them socialize, sharpen their minds, stay physically active, improve blood circulation and prevent diseases to mention a few.