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Zimbabwe: Is Selmor Confusing Disrespect With Rights?

14th September 2024

[The Herald] Isdore Guvamombe -- Back in my village, in the land of milk, honey and dust or Guruve, elders with cotton tuft hair say, every tree must know its position in the forest.

Zimbabwe: Supreme Summer Parties Back

14th September 2024

[The Herald] Top -- Notch summer parties are back and real fun is set to become a staple this season.

Zimbabwe: Businessman Publishes 8 Books in 3 Years

14th September 2024

[The Herald] Multi -- Tasking writer, preacher and businessman, Ngoni Chisikarambwe, has published eight books in three years.

Nigeria: The Tragic, Unresolved Death of Mohbad One Year After

13th September 2024

[Premium Times] Mohbad's passing on 12 September 2023, cast the world's spotlight on Ikorodu, his hometown, where he was hurriedly buried barely 24 hours after his mysterious death.

Nigeria: Niwa Discloses Cause of Junior Pope’s Death, Warns Boat Operators

13th September 2024

[Vanguard] The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) has revealed that the boat mishap that claimed the lives of Nollywood actor Junior Pope and seven others was caused by ignorance and failure to follow safety protocols.

Nigeria: Mohbad’s Widow Wunmi Pens Heartfelt Tribute On First Anniversary of His Death

13th September 2024

[Leadership] The widow of the late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba Promise, popularly known as Mohbad, Omowunmi has penned an emotional tribute to her husband on the first anniversary of his death.

Nigeria: Soar for Greatness, Break Cultural Barrier, Sanwo-Olu, Sule Charge Women

13th September 2024

[Vanguard] Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his Nasarawa State counterpart, Mr. Abdullahi Sule, have charged women not to allow gender, religion and cultural barriers be stumbling blocks toward achieving greatness in their various chosen endeavours.

Ethiopia: From Addis to D.C., Rophnan Emerges As the Voice of a Generation

13th September 2024

[Ethiopian Herald] Working his way across the major cities in the United States for his 2024 My Generation tour, Rophnan, the EDM-pioneering Ethiopian artist, made his way to the nation's capital on Aug. 31 at the Echostage performance venue.

Congo-Kinshasa: Bringing the Overlooked Impact of DR Congo’s Displacement Crisis Into Focus

13th September 2024

[RFI] Perpignan - British photographer Hugh Kinsella Cunningham - recognised for his striking images of civilians displaced by conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo - wants to bring the untold story of the M23 rebellion to "as many new audiences as possible." His work recently earned him the ICRC Humanitarian Visa d'Or award, an honour given to photographers who excel in documenting humanitarian crises.

Ghana: ZIK’s Innovative Style Captivates in Debut Album ‘For the Times We’ve Lost’

13th September 2024

[Accra Times] By this time, ZIK had built a reputation for himself, further cementing his fame with the dynamic energy of 'Electric Vibe' earlier this year.

South Africa: Fake Facebook Account Alert – Mbuyiseni Ndlozi Has Not Resigned From South Africa’s EFF Party

13th September 2024

[Africa Check] Fake Facebook account alert: Mbuyiseni Ndlozi has not resigned from South Africa's EFF party

Ghana: E.L’s Epic Bar 7 Concert Scheduled for October 11

13th September 2024

[Accra Times] Since debuting in 2014, the BAR concert has become a platform to celebrate Hip-Hop in Ghana. This year, all eyes turn to "BAR 7," which dropped in July. Its release marked 10 years of pure bliss, heralded by singles 'BAR 7 (Intro)' and 'Chakido,' both landing critical acclaim.

Kenya: Kenyan Street Food Businesses Thrive On Tiktok Amid Economic Challenges

13th September 2024

[Capital FM] In a challenging economic landscape where a recent survey by credit firm Tala highlights that two-thirds of permanently employed Kenyans have turned to side hustles, street food vendors are carving out a vital niche for themselves. Leveraging TikTok, these entrepreneurs are not merely selling food; they're sparking a digital revolution with local dishes like smocha - a mix of smokies, chapati, and salad. This innovative approach is rapidly turning such dishes into staples, captivating food lovers across

Nigeria: Tyla Defeats Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, Tems, Wins Best Afrobeats Music Video at VMAs

13th September 2024

[Premium Times] "This is so special but also bittersweet because I know there's a tendency to group African artises under Afrobeats. Afrobeats have opened many doors for us, but African music is so diverse it's more than just Afrobeats. I represent amapiano and my culture."

Zimbabwe: Comedian Learnmore Jonasi in America’s Got Talent Finals

13th September 2024

[The Herald] Zimbabwean comedian Learnmore Jonasi has made it to the finals of television show, America's Got Talent.

Sudan: Mahmoud Abdel Aziz – Timeless Voice of Sudan

13th September 2024

[Afropop] With an eclectic sound that united both young and old, it's no surprise that "Al Hoot" (the Whale) still stands as a figurehead of Sudanese revolution in both music and social change. Born in Khartoum's Bahri district in 1967, Mahmoud Abdel Aziz was destined for stardom from a young age. After gaining praise from Sudan's president Gaafar Nimeiry at the age of 8, Abdel Aziz joined the Bahri Youth Center's (BYC) theater troupe where he began to develop a strong passion for music and performing. There he met

South Africa: Johannesburg’s Underbelly Is Explored in Niq Mhlongo’s Fresh New Novel About a Messy Break-Up

13th September 2024

[The Conversation Africa] Niq Mhlongo was born in Soweto, Johannesburg in 1973 and grew up under apartheid, South Africa's institutionalised racial segregation under white minority rule. He graduated in political studies and African literature in 1996 and then studied law, but dropped out in his final year to become a writer instead.

ARTS & CULTURE

Odun Ifa Exhibition

Zimbabwe: Is Selmor Confusing Disrespect With Rights?

Zimbabwe: Supreme Summer Parties Back

Zimbabwe: Businessman Publishes 8 Books in 3 Years

Nigeria: The Tragic, Unresolved Death of Mohbad One Year After

Nigeria: Niwa Discloses Cause of Junior Pope’s Death, Warns Boat Operators

Nigeria: Mohbad’s Widow Wunmi Pens Heartfelt Tribute On First Anniversary of His Death

Nigeria: Soar for Greatness, Break Cultural Barrier, Sanwo-Olu, Sule Charge Women

Ethiopia: From Addis to D.C., Rophnan Emerges As the Voice of a Generation

Congo-Kinshasa: Bringing the Overlooked Impact of DR Congo’s Displacement Crisis Into Focus

Ghana: ZIK’s Innovative Style Captivates in Debut Album ‘For the Times We’ve Lost’

South Africa: Fake Facebook Account Alert – Mbuyiseni Ndlozi Has Not Resigned From South Africa’s EFF Party

Ghana: E.L’s Epic Bar 7 Concert Scheduled for October 11

Kenya: Kenyan Street Food Businesses Thrive On Tiktok Amid Economic Challenges

Nigeria: Tyla Defeats Burna Boy, Ayra Starr, Tems, Wins Best Afrobeats Music Video at VMAs

Zimbabwe: Comedian Learnmore Jonasi in America’s Got Talent Finals

Sudan: Mahmoud Abdel Aziz – Timeless Voice of Sudan

South Africa: Johannesburg’s Underbelly Is Explored in Niq Mhlongo’s Fresh New Novel About a Messy Break-Up

Southern Africa: ‘Zimbabwe Is Open for Music Business, Too’

Rwanda: Rwanda Is My Home, Says Miss Belgium 2024

Rwanda: Which Gospel Stars Will Perform At Rwanda Shima Imana?

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