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Nigeria: VeryDarkMan – EFCC Denies BBC’s Report On Reason for Arrest

6th May 2025

[Leadership] The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has denied a report by BBC News Pidgin regarding the reason for the arrest of controversial social media activist, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM).

Zimbabwe: Duo Raped Socialite, Booked Taxi Home for Her After – Court Hears

6th May 2025

[New Zimbabwe] Two Harare men have been locked up following their arrest on allegations of raping a socialite.

Nigeria: EFCC Breaks Silence On VeryDarkMan’s Arrest, Says There’re ‘Multiple Petitions’ Against Activist

6th May 2025

[Leadership] The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed that controversial critic, Martins Vincent Otse, popularly called VeryDarkMan (VDM), was arrested by its operatives over multiple petitions against him

Zimbabwe: Harare Socialite Lured, Locked in, and Raped – Suspects Remanded in Custody

6th May 2025

[263Chat] Two men who allegedly lured a Harare socialite under the pretense of a business meeting and subsequently took turns raping her have been remanded in custody by a Harare magistrate.

Africa: Youssou N’dour At Brooklyn’s King’s Theater

6th May 2025

[Afropop] The excitement and anticipation was palpable as the seats began to fill in the historic Kings Theater on Flatbush Ave on Sunday, April 27th, 2025. When hype-man and percussionist Mbaye Dieye Faye led the twelve-piece band onstage, the capacity crowd jumped to our feet to welcome the legend himself: Youssou N'Dour strode out in a glistening white and blue kaftan, arms raised in his signature salute. The crowd poured into the aisles, phones held aloft in an attempt to capture, if it were possible, the

Africa: Afropop Worldwide Co-Presents Two Films With the African Film Festival

6th May 2025

[Afropop] Once again, Afropop Worldwide is thrilled to partner with the New York African Film Festival, one of the most extensive festivals of its kind in the world.

Nigeria: An Afternoon of Classical Brilliance and Echoes of Excellence

5th May 2025

[This Day] In a spectacular Sunday afternoon classical music concert in Lagos, remarkably talented young instrumentalists deliver breathtaking performances, leaving their audience spellbound and inspired. Okechukwu Uwaezuoke reports

Tunisia: Tap Meeting At Filt – ‘Reinventing Cultural Journalism’ At the Heart of Recommendations

5th May 2025

[Tunis Afrique Presse] Tunis, May 3 -- The promotion of culture through the TAP news agency and media in general, along with TAP's leading role in strengthening ties between the media and the cultural sector, were among the key recommendations from a panel discussion titled "The Role of TAP in Spreading Book Culture."

Ethiopia: Oh Truth, Where Art Thou!

5th May 2025

[Ethiopian Herald] These days most of us complain that it's practically impossible to have good, sensible discussions with people on any issue. Why?

Ethiopia: The Etiquette Pavilion – Keeper of Rituals and Civility’s Forgotten Secrets

5th May 2025

[Ethiopian Herald] Etiquette Pavilion is a place that holds the secrets of "rituals and civility". "Rituals are all about showing respect," as Confucius once said. His ideal of "universal benevolence" aimed to promote love through acts of politeness and reverence. At Etiquette Pavilion, classicism and modern aesthetics are fused through an immersive theatrical performance providing a spiritual journey of civility.

Ethiopia: Bureau to Commemorate Historic Victory

5th May 2025

[Ethiopian Herald] -The Illubabur Zone Culture and Tourism Bureau has announced preparations to celebrate the 84th anniversary of the Battle of Sambé, in line with Ethiopian Patriots Day, which will take place this Monday.

Kenya: Media As the Bridge of Civilizations – a Global Call for Integrity and Cooperation

5th May 2025

[Capital FM] In the historic city of Qufu, birthplace of Confucius, a recent gathering of global media leaders delivered a timely reminder: the media must remain steadfast defenders of truth, facilitators of dialogue, and custodians of our shared global future.

Nigeria: The Visible and the Invisible

5th May 2025

[This Day] A few weeks ago, I watched a teenage girl--a student at Pan-Atlantic University--standing silently before a sculpture by Chris Afuba in our museum, the Yemisi Shyllon Museum of Art.

Nigeria: Tewa Moda Unveils First Book in Lagos

5th May 2025

[This Day] Inside the library at Alliance Francaise, Ikoyi Lagos was bubbly with wholesome conversations and banter last weekend as Tewa Moda unveils her first book titled 'Fragments of Glass and Time.' The fictional prose is built on episodic plot structure capturing a crime story revolving around a female protagonist, Chinwe and a male antagonist, Olu.

Nigeria: National Gallery of Art Plans Digital Reforms for Art Preservation

5th May 2025

[This Day] Media personnel and artists gathered in Lagos for a walkthrough of art collections at the National Gallery of Art, led by the visiting Director-General, Mr. Ahmed Sodangi, and his delegation. The museum staff warmly welcomed the visitors to view the national art collection.

Nigeria: ‘Free My Guy’ – Davido Calls for VeryDarkMan’s Release

5th May 2025

[Vanguard] Popular Afrobeat star Davido has joined a growing chorus of voices on social media demanding the release of online personality VeryDarkMan, who was reportedly arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Friday.

Nigeria: EFCC Under Fire As Adeyanju, Davido, Peter Obi Demand Vdm’s Unconditional Release

5th May 2025

[Premium Times] "While we continue to interface with the EFCC on this issue, we call on the commission to respect our clients' constitutionally guaranteed rights."

Kenya: Beauty Exists Everywhere’ – Ballet Builds Hope for Future in Nairobi Slum

5th May 2025

[RFI] Nairobi, Kenya - Kibera, Nairobi's largest informal settlement, is often reduced to images of poverty - rusted tin rooftops, open sewers and overcrowded homes. But a community project is using ballet as a means to build the confidence of the children living there.

Rwanda: New Music Faces Making Breakthrough in 2025

5th May 2025

[New Times] Rwanda's music pot is witnessing a steady rise of emerging talents which are enjoying a remarkable breakthrough across various genres.

Nigeria: Why I Became Toxic After My First Heartbreak – Ruger

5th May 2025

[Daily Trust] Nigerian singer, Michael Adebayo Olayinka, popularly known as Ruger, has recounted his first heartbreak experience.

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Nigeria: VeryDarkMan – EFCC Denies BBC’s Report On Reason for Arrest

Zimbabwe: Duo Raped Socialite, Booked Taxi Home for Her After – Court Hears

Nigeria: EFCC Breaks Silence On VeryDarkMan’s Arrest, Says There’re ‘Multiple Petitions’ Against Activist

Zimbabwe: Harare Socialite Lured, Locked in, and Raped – Suspects Remanded in Custody

Africa: Youssou N’dour At Brooklyn’s King’s Theater

Africa: Afropop Worldwide Co-Presents Two Films With the African Film Festival

Nigeria: An Afternoon of Classical Brilliance and Echoes of Excellence

Tunisia: Tap Meeting At Filt – ‘Reinventing Cultural Journalism’ At the Heart of Recommendations

Ethiopia: Oh Truth, Where Art Thou!

Ethiopia: The Etiquette Pavilion – Keeper of Rituals and Civility’s Forgotten Secrets

Ethiopia: Bureau to Commemorate Historic Victory

Kenya: Media As the Bridge of Civilizations – a Global Call for Integrity and Cooperation

Nigeria: The Visible and the Invisible

Nigeria: Tewa Moda Unveils First Book in Lagos

Nigeria: National Gallery of Art Plans Digital Reforms for Art Preservation

Nigeria: ‘Free My Guy’ – Davido Calls for VeryDarkMan’s Release

Nigeria: EFCC Under Fire As Adeyanju, Davido, Peter Obi Demand Vdm’s Unconditional Release

Kenya: Beauty Exists Everywhere’ – Ballet Builds Hope for Future in Nairobi Slum

Rwanda: New Music Faces Making Breakthrough in 2025

Nigeria: Why I Became Toxic After My First Heartbreak – Ruger

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