Namibia: Fading Notes, Lasting Legacy

[Namibian] Marais Nakale, better known as Nakale yaNakale or Sisande, died on 24 September 2023 aged 60. The Okongo-born musician, famous for his “blue music” style and hits such as ‘Mokombada’, left behind a legacy built on humility, resilience and a …

South Africa: Joburg Art Gallery Shut for Major Facelift

[Scrolla] Museum Africa, the City Library and Brixton Multipurpose Centre will house parts of the collection during the gallery’s restoration. The gallery upgrade received an R8-million boost in the city’s 2024/25 capital budget, which was increased …