South Africa: South Africa’s Lemba People – How They View Their Jewishness Challenges Zionist Ideas That Identity Is Linked to One Homeland
[The Conversation Africa] A man wearing a yarmulke stands on the edge of a hill, quietly taking in the landscape below as he considers his ancestors and their histories in this place. This isn’t Israel. It is Mapungubwe Hill, a Unesco World Heritage Si…
South Africa: ‘Bob Marley – One Love’ Opens the Door to a Wider Audience for His Vision and Music
[Daily Maverick] After successful biopics about Freddy Mercury, Elton John, Billie Holiday and Elvis, to name a few, a film about the life of Bob Marley was sure to come. ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ hit movie screens around the world on 14 February 2024 and…
Zimbabwe: Macheso’s ‘Homecoming Show’ Turns Into Reconciliation Concert
[The Herald] The just-ended concert by sungura doyen Alick Macheso in Chitungwiza, dubbed “Homecoming Show”, held at the Aquatic Complex on Saturday night was a clear testimony that there is no rivalry between him and Mark Ngwazi or any other artiste.
Zimbabwe: Diplomats Join First Lady in Preparing, Serving Traditional Dishes
[The Herald] Diplomats accredited to Zimbabwe have paid glowing tribute to First Lady Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa for safeguarding the country’s culture and promoting traditional dishes in a way that promotes the country’s growing gastronomy tourism sector.
Angola: MPLA Recognizes Musician Matadidi’s Contribution to Independence
[ANGOP] Luanda — The MPLA party recognized, last Saturday, the contribution of musician Matadidi Mário Bwana Kitoko in the struggle that culminated in national independence, through the creation and dissemination of revolutionary songs.
South Africa: Studio Ghibli’s ‘The Boy and the Heron’ Is an Antiquated Portal to the Past
[Daily Maverick] ‘The Boy and the Heron’ is iconic filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki’s first new animated fantasy adventure in a decade. It’s also this year’s Academy Award winner for Best Animated Feature Film. The question, though, is whether it’s a genuine m…
Zimbabwe: Miss Universe Zimbabwe 2024 Finalists Unveiled
[The Herald] Organisers of the Miss Universe Zimbabwe 2024 on Saturday revealed the final list of participants expected to take part in the pageant, as the show draws nearer.
Namibia: King of Amapiano’s Show Sells Out in Five Hours
[Namibian] When people call Kabza De Small the king of amapiano, it’s no gimmick.
South Africa: Khayelitsha Music Academy Hopes to Change Lives
[GroundUp] Two township musicians have dedicated themselves to teaching children to play and read music
Zimbabwe: Novelist Targets Promoting Children’s Dreams
[The Herald] Novelist Abraham Makamera is writing a book targeting children to help them with talent identification at a tender age in order to become experts in their areas of interest.