Rwanda: Facts About Tems, the Next Nigerian Music Star On Kigali Stage
[New Times] Nigerian multi-award-winning musician Tems last week confirmed Kigali on her world tour schedule for 2025. It will be her first performance in Kigali whose stage has become common for Nigerian musicians.
Uganda: Uganda Among Winners of Bic Art Master Competition
[Independent (Kampala)] Ugandan Mesearch Kaweesi has been named as a national winner in the 2024 edition of the Bic Art Master Africa annual art competition. His artwork was selected as among the best from 56 entries in the 6th edition of the Bic Art M…
Rwanda: Recap – Sandra Teta, Weasel Wedding Bash So Close and Nasty C Kicks Fan in Kigali
[New Times] The final week of November was filled with a lot of exciting showbiz development, sagas and trends that kept the local entertainment industry buzzing.
Uganda: ‘They Are Interfering With My Work’ – Gen Saleh Orders Kenzo to Rein in Musicians Flocking Gulu
[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.
Kenya: Senator Keg Kicks Off Nationwide 20-Year Celebrations With Vibrant Festivities
[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).
Uganda: Alien Skin Granted Bail, but Yet to Regain Freedom
[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
[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.
Sudan: 55+ Artists Killed in Sudan War, ACJPS Report Reveals
[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 w…
Uganda: Excitement in Jinja As Nyege Nyege Date Nears
[Independent (Kampala)] Jinja — Hotel bookings are on the rise with many of Jinja’s accommodation hotspots declaring they are fully booked between November 14 to 17, the dates set for the annual Nyege Nyege festival.
Kenya: President Ruto to Preside Over Maasai Cultural Festival in Samburu
[Capital FM] Nairobi Kenya — President William Ruto will preside over the second edition of the Maasai Cultural Festival in Samburu County, an event dedicated to celebrating the traditions, customs, and lifestyle of the Maasai people.