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…
Africa: Wild Weekend in NYC – Thandiswa, Seun Kuti, Magic System and More!
[Afropop] Greetings from Night 3 of the six-night “outdoor” portion of Montreal’s Nuits D’Afrique Festival. As ever, the festival is a firehose of great music, much of it new to us, wonderful encounters with old and new friends and…well, you can imag…
Nigeria: U.S. Museum to Return Looted Bronzes to Oba of Benin
[This Day] Benin City — A prominent Museum in United States of America has concluded plans to present looted Benin Bronzes to Omo N’ Oba N’ Edo, Uku Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, Oba of Benin.
Liberia: Liberian-American Carrie Everett to Represent North Carolina in Miss America Pageant
[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia — Liberian-American, Carrie Everett was crowned winner of the Miss North Carolina pageant, as she stands firm to represent the Tarheel State in the Miss America pageant.
Nigeria: ‘Worst Debate Ever,’ Davido Reacts to 2024 Us Presidential Debate
[Vanguard] Nigerian music star, Davido has described the 2024 United States presidential debate as the “worst” in the nation’s history.