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.

Uganda: Who Is Canadian-Ugandan Rapper Lanie Banks?

[Independent (Kampala)] Right from his childhood days in Mbale in eastern Uganda, Micheal Osings aka Lanie Banks, always involved himself in karaoke, dancing scripts and song writing. Even when he moved to Canada, he joined the Sunday school choir headed by Pastor Bill Binaster from the Toronto Christian Outreach Programme.

Ghana: Street Academy Awards Dinner Saturday

[Ghanaian Times] The Street Academy, a sports and cultural non-profit organisation, will host its annual end of year awards and dinner at the premise of the academy on Saturday at 5pm.

Ethiopia: ‘Let’s Paint Tomorrow Together’

[Ethiopian Herald] An inspiring art exhibition titled "Let's Paint Tomorrow Together" opened recently at Addis Ababa University's Ale Fine Art by Alem Art Gallery. This event not only highlights the vibrant artistic talents of individuals with disabilities but also serves as a testament to resilience and the unyielding spirit of those who, against all odds, strive to achieve their dreams.

South Africa: Triggerfish and UNESCO Partner to Empower African Women in Animation

[Triggerfish] Cape Town-based Triggerfish, Africa's leading animation studio, has teamed up with UNESCO to launch a groundbreaking initiative to advance women in the African animation industry. Titled "The Creator Labs", this historic collaboration seeks to address gender disparities and foster inclusivity in the dynamic world of animation.

Mali: Lucy Duran On the Life and Music of Toumani Diabaté

[Afropop] When we at Afropop Worldwide learned that the great Malian kora player Toumani Diabaté had died of kidney failure this past July (2024), we knew we had to find a special way to honor him. We had known him for nearly 35 years, and had many interviews and recordings with him. We also knew that we had to speak with Lucy Durán, his longtime producer and friend. Lucy wears many hats. She is a scholar, a writer, a seasoned BBC broadcast host, and a formidable music producer. Beyond all that, her