ARTS & CULTURE

Odun Ifa Exhibition

Yoruba Gallery’s Odun Ifa 2024 exhibition showcased an eclectic mix of art from talented artists presenting the essence of Ifa / Orunmila in practice, belief, culture and lifestyle, including the Orisa’s associated with Ifa such as Orisa Ibeji and Orisa Esu in his multidimensional forms and energies.

Sudan: 55+ Artists Killed in Sudan War, ACJPS Report Reveals

[Dabanga] Kampala -- More than 55 artists have been killed in Sudan since the outbreak of conflict on April 15, 2023, according to a report by the African Center for Justice and Peace Studies (ACJPS) and the Sudanese Music Research Center. Among them were artists who died by extrajudicial killing, denial of healthcare, and torture in detention.

Uganda: Excitement in Jinja As Nyege Nyege Date Nears

[Independent (Kampala)] Jinja -- Hotel bookings are on the rise with many of Jinja's accommodation hotspots declaring they are fully booked between November 14 to 17, the dates set for the annual Nyege Nyege festival.

South Africa: Cape Town Secures Historic Bid to Host WorldPride 2028

[allAfrica] We are excited to share the momentous news that Cape Town Pride has officially won the bid to host WorldPride 2028. This significant event is a global celebration of LGBTQ+ pride and rights, marking a pivotal milestone not only for the LGBTQ+ community in the city but also for the entire African continent. This victory positions Cape Town as a leading symbol of inclusivity and diversity, showcasing its commitment to advancing a welcoming environment for all.

Nigeria: Kizz Daniel, Adekunle Gold Reunite for Epic New Single Titled ‘Pano Tona’

[Vanguard] Hot off the success of his recent hit single 'Marhaba' which dominated the charts and cemented his record as a forerunner in the Nigerian music industry being the only artist with over 100 million radio airplay impressions on two tracks in one week, Kizz Daniel isn't running out of steam as he returns with an exciting new collaboration titled 'Pano tona' which sees the internationally renowned sensation team up with fellow Afrobeat superstar Adekunle Gold.

Congo-Kinshasa: Gims Brings French-Congolese Pop to Madison Square Garden Theater

[Afropop] Gims, formerly Maitre Gims, is a fantastically successful French-Congolese singer, rapper, producer and songwriter. Born in Congo the son of Djanana Djuna, one of Papa Wemba's singers in the band Viva la Musica, he came to the world as Gandhi Alimasi Djuna. He later adopted the name stage name Gims because "it sounded American." He told me this at a press event on November 1, the night before his sold-out show at the Theater at Madison Square Garden on November 2. Gims's hit songs rarely sound like the

Africa: Womex 2024 Wraps Up in Manchester, UK

[Afropop] The end of October brings autumn leaves, cooler weather, Halloween, and, of course, the Worldwide Music Expo (aka WOMEX). The floating convention takes place in a different city each year and this year it was held in Manchester, England. The city, which began as a Roman fort dubbed Mancunium, and later became what is considered the "first modern industrial city," has a striking skyline where 19th and 21st century buildings live side by side. But perhaps, for our ears, the city is best known for its

Uganda: CEDP, World Bank Modernise Uganda’s National Museum

[Nile Post] The Uganda National Museum, a crucial institution for preserving the nation's heritage, is undergoing a major revitalisation. Supported by the Government of Uganda and the World Bank through the Competitiveness and Enterprise Development Project (CEDP), the refurbishment is set for completion by June 2025.