Egypt: Egypt Finalises Plans for Grand Egyptian Museum Opening Ceremony
[Egypt Online] Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has chaired a meeting of the Supreme Committee to organise the opening celebrations of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), confirming that the opening date is set for 3 July.
Tunisia: Carthage Symphony Orchestra in Historic First At National Theatre in Belgrade, March 20
[Tunis Afrique Presse] Tunis — In a historic first, the Carthage Symphony Orchestra will perform at the National Theatre in Belgrade on March 20 with 90 musicians and chorists, at the invitation of the Embassy of Tunisia in Belgrade, in celebration of…
North Africa: Ancient DNA Reveals Maghreb Communities Preserved Their Culture and Genes, Even in a Time of Human Migration
[The Conversation Africa] The Neolithic period began in southwest Asia around 12,000 years ago. It marked a major shift in human history as societies transitioned from hunting and gathering to farming. This sparked migrations across Europe and dramatic…
Tunisia: Tunisian Song Festival – Mohamed Chalghmi Wins Golden Microphone, Five Other Winners Crowned
[Tunis Afrique Presse] Tunis, March 12 — Artist Mohamed Chalghmi won the Golden Microphone at the 23rd edition of the Tunisian Song Festival for a song entitled ‘Hobbek Zed,’ written by Habib Mahnouch and composed by Zied Gharsa.
Egypt: It’s the Biggest Egyptian Tomb Discovery in a Century. Who Was Thutmose II?
[The Conversation Africa] Archaeologists in Egypt have made an exciting discovery: the tomb of Pharaoh Thutmose II, a ruler who has long been overshadowed by his famous wife and half-sister, Queen Hatshepsut.
Africa: Weaving Heritage and Innovation – ‘The Soul of a Rug’ Exhibition at Bahia Palace
[Art Africa] Experience the artistry of Taznakht’s weavers through immersive VR and a unique blend of tradition and contemporary design.
Egypt: First Egyptian Pharaoh’s Tomb Discovered Since King Tut’s
[VOA] Archaeologists in Egypt say they have unearthed the ancient tomb of King Thutmose II, the first discovery in 100 years of a tomb of an Egyptian royal.
Algeria: French Culture Minister’s ‘Historic’ Visit to Western Sahara Angers Algeria
[RFI] France’s Culture Minister Rachida Dati became on Monday the first French official to make a formal visit to the Western Sahara, a sign of Paris’s recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over the disputed territory. For Algeria, which defends claims f…
Tunisia: WFP Launches Salla Salla – a TV Series Driving Behavioral Change, Healthier Lives and Stronger Communities in Tunisia
[WFP] TUNIS- The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), in partnership with the European Union and the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), announces the launch of Salla Salla, a family-focused series that premiered on January 20 on t…
Algeria: President Tebboune Stresses Need for Recommendations to Revitalize Algerian Cinema
[Algerie Presse Service] Algiers — The President of the Republic, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, underscored on Sunday that the National Cinema Conference needs to bring about recommendations that would help restore Algerian cinema to its former glory.