Uganda: Parliament Protests Plans to Demolish Former Norman Cinema, Crested Crane Hotel
[Nile Post] The Parliamentary Forum on Culture and Creative Art has taken a stand against the impending demolition of two iconic structures in Uganda, the Norman Cinema theatre in Kampala and the Crested Crane Hotel in Jinja.
Uganda: Documentary On Uganda’s History and Icons by Natasha Museveni Premieres Today
[Nile Post] The First Daughter Natasha Karugire Museveni will today premier a documentary she directed casting Uganda’s historic journey, its politics, and the stories of men and women who shaped it.
Uganda: Sports Gala Gives Athletes With Disabilities Chance to Shine
[Nile Post] Athletes with disabilities showcased their immense talent at a sports gala in Kampala, supported by Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) in collaboration with Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA).
Rwanda: Rwandan Minister Urges Diaspora Youth to Embrace Cultural Heritage, Patriotism
[New Times] In an endeavor to promote a robust sense of cultural and national pride, the Minister of State in Charge of East African Community at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MINAFFET), Prof Manasseh Nshuti, initiated …
Nigeria: Nigerians Shine At the Glamorous Fin and Forbes Best of Africa Awards Night of Prestige
[Premium Times] The FIN/Forbes Best of Africa Awards reception proved to be the highlight of the evening, recognising outstanding individuals whose contributions have elevated Africa’s progress and prosperity.
Nigeria: Wizkid Is My Favourite Nigerian Musician – John Boyega
[Daily Trust] Nigerian-British actor, John Boyega, has revealed that his favourite artiste from the country is Wizkid. He stated during a recent interview that ‘he has always loved Wizkid’.
Nigeria: Nollywood Actors Plan to Storm America for International Film Festival
[Vanguard] Nollywood actors under the aegis of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, AGN, have set plans in motion to storm Miami, the United States for their first-ever International film festival.
Uganda: Nameless, Diamond Platinumz Light Up Comedy Store
[Observer] Last Friday was the Eastern African Connect Centre at the just concluded Comedy Store Uganda’s fundraising show, which featured musicians from Uganda, Tanzania and Kenya.
Nigeria: Encomiums As Premium Times Books Unveils Ibietan’s Book On Cyber Politics
[Premium Times] In 12 chapters, Cyber Politics examines cyberculture, social demographics and political communication.
Nigeria: The Davido Video – Refraining From Sentimentality
[Premium Times] No apology is required, none should be offered.