January 29

• Zimbabwe: Zim Gospel Music Looses Glamour

  The Herald

  There was a time when gospel music was the in-thing in Zimbabwe and one of the popular genres, attracting thousands to shows. I remember with nostalgia the Ngaavongwe series of... Read more »

January 28

• Nigeria: 2015: Entertainers On The Campaign Train

  Leadership

  As the general elections across the country draw nearer, SOLOMON NDA-ISAIAH, writes on the crop of entertainers in the campaign train of the main opposition party, the All... Read more »

• Tanzania: Zanzibar to Have Library in Every District

  Daily News

  PLANS are underway to establish a modern library in each district, a move anticipated to encourage people to read, the Director of Zanzibar Library Services Corporation, Ms Sichana... Read more »

• Zimbabwe: Jeys Marabini Eyes International Market

  New Zimbabwe

  BULAWAYO based musician, Majahawodwa Ndlovu, popularly known by his stage name, Jeys Marabini, has set his sights on spreading his influence and growing his international fan base. Read more »

• South Africa: Trevor Noah on How Boko Haram is Being Ignored in America

  Capital FM

  Remember First Lady Michelle Obama's #BringBackOurGirls hashtag campaign and the "awareness" she was spreading about Boko Haram, the Nigerian terrorist group? Read more »

• South Africa: Official Opening of American Corner in Tshwane's Es'kia Mphahlele Community Library [press release]

  U.S. Embassy Pretoria

  The City of Tshwane in partnership with the U.S. Embassy will officially open an American Corner on Wednesday, January 28 2015. Read more »

• South Africa: U.S. Embassy in Collaboration With City of Tshwane to Open an American Corner [press release]

  U.S. Embassy Pretoria

  The United States Embassy in collaboration with City of Tshwane will officially open an American corner on Wednesday, January 28, 2015. Read more »

• Zimbabwe: New Studio Set for Mbare

  The Herald

  United Kingdom-based promoter Blessing Manhando is set to open a new studio in Mbare. Named Propabless Entertainment, the studio which is almost complete is set to be launched next... Read more »

• Rwanda: Young Grace Releases Catchy Acoustic Song, "Hallo Boss"

  New Times

  Hip-pop singer Grace Abayizera, whose stage name is Young Grace, is at it again. Read more »

• Rwanda: Bruce Melodie - I'm Better Off Without Super Level Records

  New Times

  Just a few days after parting ways with Super Level Records due to differences with the studio's main producer, Olivier Sheja aka Piano, Bruce Melodie says he is determined to work... Read more »

• Zimbabwe: Gospel Musician Unveils New Offering

  The Herald

  Talented gospel musician Alexander Zinyongo has released a new album dubbed "Revival Time" and a collection DVD for his previous offerings "Open Heavens" and "Gospel Hour", which... Read more »

• Zimbabwe: Comedy Tackles Dancehall Violence

  The Herald

  Comedian Lloyd "Mabla 10" Kurima will this week release his new comedy "Bag Rabvaruka Season 4". Kurima said the production is done and they will unveil it to the public on Friday. Read more »

• Zimbabwe: Sevenzo Stars in Danai Gurira's New Production

  The Herald

  Songbird Kudzai Sevenzo will this Saturday feature on Danai Gurira's stage reading of Lynn Nottage's play, "Fabulation (The Re-education of Udine)". The play is part of Almasi... Read more »

• Zimbabwe: A Tale of Two Book Industries

  The Herald

  Writers in different countries need to share vital information. It can range from writing techniques to survival strategies. The literary festival LitFest Harare late November last... Read more »

• Zimbabwe: Tocky Vibes Donates to Orphans

  The Herald

  Dancehall sensation Obey Makurumure, popularly known as Tock Vybes, donated goods to underprivileged children at Rugare Orphanage over the weekend. The "Mhai" hit maker donated... Read more »

• Angola: Kilandukilu Group Chief Advocates Support for Dance

  ANGOP

  The chairman of the Kilandukilu Traditional dance group, Maneco Vieira Dias, defended on Tuesday in Luanda for further support to dance from the business people in order to develop... Read more »

• Ghana: DJ Enoch Fobih Fights Gaysm

  Ghanaian Chronicle

  A 27-year-old Disc Jockey (DJ) and Musician has added his voice to the fight against homosexuality in the world, as he hits the music industry with a single hip life song to combat... Read more »

• Nigeria: Dancing Can Generate Employment for Nigerian Youths - - Artist

  Vanguard

  Mr Tony Offiong, the Chief Executive Officer, JIIMBAY Dance Company, Lagos, has said that dancing could generate employment for the nation's youths if well structured. Read more »

• Nigeria: Muna Obiekwe to Be Buried On Feb. 3

  Premium Times

  The Actors Guild of Nigeria, AGN, has released the programme of activities to honour the late Nollywood thespian, Muna Obiekwe, who died on January 18 from a kidney related... Read more »

• Nigeria: Muna Obiekwe to Be Buried Feb. 3

  Guardian

  THE Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has released the programme of activities to honour the late Nollywood thespian, Muna Obiekwe, who died on January 18 from a kidney related... Read more »

• Nigeria: Muna Obiekwu to Be Buried On Feb. 3

  Vanguard

  The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has released the programme of activities to honour the late Nollywood thespian, Muna Obiekwe, who died on Jan.18 from a kidney related ailment. Read more »

• Kenya: Erick Omondi - I Am Not in a Hurry to Marry

  The Star

  COMEDIAN Erick Omondi is not in a hurry to get married. Read more »

• Kenya: A Colourful Turkana Wedding

  The Star

  The Turkana community stands out as one of the few communities that have stuck to their culture amidst cultural change. Read more »

• Kenya: Mpasho Rewards Reader With a Mega TV Screen

  The Star

  LEADING gossip and entertainment website, Mpasho.co.ke, has rewarded one of its readers with a Samsung 32" LED television set. Read more »

• Kenya: Why Didn't Bon'eye and Gabu Attend Frasha's Event?

  The Star

  P-Unit's Frasha launched his solo career last Friday. Notably absent were the other group members, Bon'Eye and Gabu. The two have defended their coincidental absence at the Michael... Read more »