Africa: How an African Collection of Art in Canada Is Celebrated With Care and Community
[The Conversation Africa] A significant collection of traditional African art has had a home in Canada for almost a hundred years.
Uganda: Zari’s Bride Price Was a Quran
[Nile Post] Singer Diamond Platinumz ex Zari Hassan was given a Quran as a bride price in her new marriage to 30-year-old Shakib Lutaaya.
East Africa: Kiswahili Critical for Forging a Sense of Unity in EAC
[Daily News] Arusha — UGANDA Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has underscored the importance of the Kiswahili language in forging a sense of East Africanness and unity on the journey towards an integrated East Africa.
Rwanda: Blaise Rwamukwaya Progresses to the Next Stage At the Voice Africa
[New Times] Following Belinda’s win at the knockout battle against her teammate, Rwandan singer Theoneste Blaise Rwamukwaya also secured a place for the next stage at The Voice Africa.
Nigeria: I Lived Recklessly, Please Forgive Me – Veteran Actor, Suebebe, Begs Nigerians
[Premium Times] “Please forgive me, especially all the women I have offended. I know I have stepped on toes regarding the issue of women”.
South Africa: Babes Wodumo Reportedly in Hospital in Critical Condition
[Scrolla] Babes Wodumo has been hospitalised and is allegedly in critical condition.
Sudan: Solidarity Campaign for Sudanese Artists
[Dabanga] Johannesburg / Khartoum — Many Sudanese lost their livelihoods when war broke out on April 2015, including Sudan’s artists, many of whom were exploring their newfound political and artistic liberty since the fall of the Al Bashir regime. Oft…
Rwanda: Seven Facts About Kiswahili
[New Times] Did you know that Kiswahili is not only one of the most widely spoken languages in sub-Saharan Africa, but it also holds a prestigious position among the top 10 most spoken languages globally?
Zimbabwe: Hollywood-Based Actor Chirisa Retraces His Roots
[New Zimbabwe] HE might now be a world renowned famous actor, having firmly established himself in Hollywood, the destination for all American movies and television shows, but Zimbabwean actor Tongayi Chirisa remains close to his roots.
Uganda: Culture Comes to Life At Ewaffe Village
[Nile Post] An hour’s drive from the capital Kampala via Gayaza road leads you to Naggalama in Mukono district. The stuffy air of the city is no more and if there is any noise pollution, it comes from the wheezing of the air against plants and the chir…