Africa: U.S. Initiative Aims to Fuel Job Growth in African Creative Industries
[allAfrica] Cape Town, South Africa — In recognition of the potential of Africa’s creative industries, Prosper Africa strives to harness these sectors for job creation and sustainable development.
Africa: William Bascom and the Ifẹ̀ Bronzes – Reconstructing Histories of Expropriation and Repatriation in Nigeria
[African Arguments] Debating Ideas reflects the values and editorial ethos of the African Arguments book series, publishing engaged, often radical, scholarly, original and activist writing from within the African continent and beyond. It offers debates…
Nigeria: Unesco Pledges Support for Nollywood
[Premium Times] A UNESCO official pledged the organisation’s technical support for Nollywood at the exclusive premiere of ‘When Wolves Cry’, a movie on the harmful effects of fake news.
Uganda: Salam TV Uganda Partners With the Saudi Arabia Embassy for Strategic Growth and Cultural Exchange
[Nile Post] Next Media Uganda, through its subsidiary Salam TV, has embarked on a promising partnership with the Saudi Arabia Embassy in Uganda. This collaboration marks the beginning of a dynamic relationship, aimed at fostering cultural exchange and …
Kenya: Chinese Institute to Translate Kenyan Literature
[The Herald] Nairobi. — A Chinese institute is collaborating with a Kenyan publisher to translate a number of Kenyan literature works into Chinese language, a major boost to cultural exchanges and mutual understanding between the two countries.
Rwanda: Rwandan-Canadian Author Reconnects Children With Cultural Roots in New Book Series
[New Times] Michaella Mutoni — Dorvlo, a Rwandan-Canadian with a deep love for cultural heritage, has embarked on a mission to reconnect children with their roots through her debut children’s book series, “The Wondrous Journey of Isaro and Juru.”
Liberia: Villagers Fear Reprisal From Chinese Company Over Pollution Allegations
[Liberian Investigator] Kakata — Villagers who recently spoke to reporters about pollution in the Nyanvor River, their only source of water, allegedly caused by the Lee Group of Enterprises, have reported being summoned by the company’s security depar…
Ghana: Offei Makes Waves in the U.S. – a Summer of High-Energy Performances
[Accra Times] As OFFEI continues to make waves in the US, fans eagerly anticipate what’s next for this rising star. With his innovative approach and boundless energy, OFFEI is poised to make an even greater impact on the global stage.
Eritrea: Eritrean Community Festival in the UK
[Shabait] Asmara — The Eritrean community festival was held with patriotic zeal on 20 and 21 July in London under the theme “Peace Anchored on Resilience.” The festival was officially opened by Mr. Saleh Abdella, Charge d’Affaires at the Eritrean Emba…
Africa: The Long Shadow of German Colonialism
[African Arguments] Debating Ideas reflects the values and editorial ethos of the African Arguments book series, publishing engaged, often radical, scholarship, original and activist writing from within the African continent and beyond. It offers debat…