Uganda: Ugandan-Born Zohran Mamdani Tops Race for New York City Mayor
[Nile Post] Zohran Mamdani, the 33-year-old son of renowned Ugandan academic Mahmood Mamdani and celebrated filmmaker Mira Nair, has stunned the US political establishment after pulling ahead in New York City’s mayoral Democratic primary.
Ghana: African-American Association Marks Juneteenth in Accra
[Ghanaian Times] The African-American Association of Ghana (AAAG), in collaboration with the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), on Saturday held its Juneteenth festival in Ghana to commemorate the freedom of enslaved Africans in the United States of America.
Senegal: TikTok’s Khaby Lame Detained in Las Vegas for Overstaying U.S. Visa
[New Times] The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has clarified what happened to internet personality Khabane “Khaby” Lame after rumors of his arrest went viral over the weekend.
Rwanda: US Hip-Hop Icon Dana Dane Finds a New Rhythm in Rwanda
[New Times] It’s Not Every Day That a Hip — hop pioneer decides to trade the streets of Brooklyn for the hills of Rwanda, but that is exactly what legendary U.S. rapper and storyteller Dana Dane and his wife, Tana Session, have done.
Africa: All of Africa Today – May 29, 2025
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Africa: Restitution and Reparative Justice – Outcomes from the Side Event 4th Session of the PFPAD
[TrustAfrica] Location: Blue Gallery, New York, USA
Ghana: Gbese Traditional Council Honours U.S. Ambassador
[Ghanaian Times] The United States Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia Evelyn Palmer, was yesterday honoured by the Gbese Traditional Council at a colourful ceremony at the palace of the Gbese Mantse, Nii Dr Ayi-Bonte II.
Nigeria: Did You Know That Bukola Saraki’s Son Also Won Grammy?
[Premium Times] Several Nigerians shone at the 2025 Grammys.
Africa: New York Comes Alive With Globalfest, Afromondo and More!
[Afropop] Followers of this site will know that the second weekend in January brings an explosion of thrilling music in New York. With arts presenters from all over the continent, and beyond, convening in the city, there are back-to-back showcases from…
Uganda: Ikon Awards Hosts Acting Masterclass With Hollywood’s Morocco Omari
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda — Ahead of the highly anticipated annual Ikon Awards 2025, Hollywood’s Morocco Omari facilitated an acting masterclass with over 200 attendees at UCC House Bugolobi. Omari is a seasoned screenwriter, and produce…