Rwanda: 10 Rwandan Artists Who Lit Up 2023
[New Times] Musically, 2023 was defined by massive releases from singles to collaborations that went beyond Rwanda’s audience. Rwandan musicians worked tirelessly to release mega hits that blew music enthusiasts away.
Ghana: World Record Attempt – Ghanaian Sing-a-Thon Ends
[DW] Initially it looked like a publicity stunt, but Ghanaian daredevil Afua Asantewaa Aduonum continued to sing for almost 127 hours. But did she break the 2012 record held by an Indian singer? A whole country is optimistic.
Senegal: Senegal Celebrates Pioneer of African History Cheikh Anta Diop
[RFI] This 29 December marks the 100th birthday of one of the most influential African scholars of the 20th century: Cheikh Anta Diop, who pioneered a new understanding of the continent’s place in history and left an enduring legacy in his native Seneg…
South Africa: Tributes Continue to Pour in for Dr Ngema
[SAnews.gov.za] Tributes for cultural stalwart, Dr Mbongeni Ngema, who passed away in a car accident this week, continue to pour in.
Rwanda: Raising the Flag – Celebrities That Represented Rwanda On the Global Stage in 2023
[New Times] In 2023, Rwanda’s spotlight on the global stage shone bright with a diverse array of talented personalities. From back-to-back hit songs by renowned performers Bruce Melodie, Israel Mbonyi, as well as dancer and choreographer Sherrie Silver…
Uganda: Ugandan Chef Mama D Breaks World Record for Longest Cook-a-Thon
[New Times] Ugandan chef Dorcus Bashema Kirabo, popularly known as Mama D, has set a new Guinness World Record for the longest individual cook-a-thon, surpassing the previous record held by Irish chef Alan Fisher.
Ghana: Ghanaian Singer Aims to Break Guinness World Record
[DW] Initially it was deemed a publicity stunt, but Ghanaian voice Afua Asantewaa Aduonum means business: She has set her eyes on breaking a record held by an Indian singer since March 2012.
Nigeria: Hilda Baci, Ilebaye, Very Dark Man, Other Breakout Celebrities of 2023
[Premium Times] 2023 witnessed a rise of several talents who grew from relative obscurity to stardom.
Africa: Black Panther, Wakanda Forever and the Problem With Hollywood – an African Perspective
[The Conversation Africa] Black Panther and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever were global hits that played out in an imaginary African kingdom and feature a universe of black creative talent. What’s not to love about the franchise? Quite a lot, reckons cu…
South Africa: Renowned South African Artist Mbongeni Ngema Passes Away in Tragic Accident
[allAfrica] South Africa mourns the loss of cultural icon Mbongeni Ngema, who passed away tragically on Wednesday evening at the age of 68.