Africa: All of Africa Today – May 29, 2025
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South Africa: Acclaimed South African Actor Presley Chweneyagae Dies at 40
[allAfrica] Award-winning South African actor Presley Chweneyagae, celebrated for his breakout role in the Oscar-winning film Tsotsi, passed away at the age of 40.
Africa: The Caine Prize for African Writing Announces ‘Best of Caine’ Award
[The Caine Prize] The Caine Prize for African Writing marks 25 years of honouring outstanding African writers who go on to make a profound impact on the literary world. Since its inception in 2000, the Prize has recognised (via its shortlist, winners, …
Ethiopia: Magic, Spirits in African and Latin American Novels
[Ethiopian Herald] It would not be an exaggeration to consider Nigerian writer Ben Okri as the best of his generation. Three major writing generations have emerged in Nigeria.
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Pushes for Unesco Global Geopark Status for Its Geo-Heritage Sites
[ENA] Addis Ababa, — Efforts are being exerted to make Ethiopian geo-heritage sites become UNESCO Global Geoparks, Tourism State Minister Sileshi Girma announced. ministry.
Africa: Koyo Kouoh – Tribute to a Curator Who Fiercely Promoted African Art
[The Conversation Africa] The sudden death of the Cameroon-born curator Koyo Kouoh, at the age of 57 and at the height of her career, has shaken the art world. Her passing has left a void in the African arts scene, one which extends far beyond the cont…
Nigeria: South Korea to Deepen Cultural Ties With Nigeria
[Daily Trust] The Ambassador of the Republic of Korea, Kim Pankyu, has pledged to enhance and strengthen the diplomatic relationships between Nigeria and South Korea.
Namibia: Selma Kamanya Unveils Sun-Inspired National Costume Ahead of Miss World 2025
[Namibian] Miss World Namibia 2025 Selma Kamanya unveiled her national costume over the weekend during an emotional send-off ceremony.
Liberia: EU-Liberia Concludes Two-Week Film Festival Across Montserrado and Western Liberia
[Liberian Investigator] Monrovia — The European Union Delegation to Liberia has concluded a two-week film festival aimed at promoting advocacy and dialogue in communities across Montserrado County and three counties in western Liberia.
Africa: All of Africa Today – April 25, 2025
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