April 07
Nigeria: Between Hilda Baci and Ama Reginald - From Love to Hate?
Vanguard
There's a thin line between love and hate, so they say, and the intensity could go either way. For two celebrated besties, celebrity chef, Hilda Baci and top influencer, Ama… Read more »
Nigeria: My Art Is a Mix of Modernity, Tradition - Ibrahim [interview]
Daily Trust
Ibrahim Saleh Lamishi is an artist of northern Nigeria extraction, who aims to capture African life through vibrant colours and the expressive aesthetics of African art. In an… Read more »
Nigeria: Comedian Ay Breaks Silence On His Crashed Marriage
Daily Trust
Nigerian renowned comedian Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY, has confirmed that his marriage to Mabel Makun has hit the rock. Read more »
April 05
Africa: Dele Sosimi Talks Afrobeat - From Fela Kuti to the Future [interview]
Afropop
The lights dimmed inside London's legendary Jazz Cafe, the air thick with anticipation. A melting pot of Londoners - longtime Afrobeat devotees, curious newcomers, and those simply… Read more »
Rwanda: Singer Diamond Platnumz Surprises Audience By Preaching Using Bible
New Times
Renowned bongo artiste Diamond Platnumz recently stunned attendees at the 'Shusha Nyavu' gathering with an unexpected sermon from the Bible during the celebration of Easter season… Read more »
April 04
Nigeria: Being Father of Twins Best Feeling Ever - Davido
Vanguard
Afrobeats sensation David Adeleke, also known as Davido, has expressed his joy at being a father of twins, describing it as the "best feeling ever." Read more »
Liberia: Cultural Icon Princess Fatu Gayflor Meets Pres. Boakai
New Dawn
Liberia's revered international cultural icon, Princess Fatu Gayflor, has met with President Joseph Nyumah Boakai to congratulate him on his election to the nation's highest seat. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Fame Got to My Head - Takura Opens Up On 8-Year Struggle With Drug Abuse
New Zimbabwe
Musician Takura Shonhai has opened up about his struggle with drug and substance abuse that he endured for eight years. Read more »
Mauritius: Pre-Budget Consultations - Finance Minister Meets Local Artists
Government of Mauritius
The Minister of Finance, Economic Planning and Development, Dr Renganaden Padayachy, met, this afternoon, various local artists and representatives of arts and culture associations… Read more »
Mauritius: 3D Virtual Visit of Aapravasi Ghat National Heritage Site to Be Launched Soon
Government of Mauritius
In view to create a bespoke interactive and immersive 3D virtual tour of the Aapravasi Ghat, the Ministry of Information Technology, Communication and Innovation in collaboration… Read more »
Tunisia: Sheikh Zayed Book Award - Ahmed Somai and Houssemeddine Chachia Win Prizes
Tunis Afrique Presse
Tunisians Ahmed Somai and Houssemeddine Chachia have won prizes at the 18th Sheikh Zayed Book Award, SZBA 2023-2024. Read more »
South Africa: Unravelling Fast Fashion - The Ugly Reality of Environmental and Worker Exploitation Behind the Glam [analysis]
Daily Maverick
Fast fashion comes at a cost - incurred mostly in the Global South - of enormously negative environmental and social impacts being embedded throughout its life cycle. Read more »
Kenya: TikTok's #SaferTogether Workshops Impact Many More in Kenya
Capital FM
ROIn a significant stride towards digital safety and education, TikTok, in collaboration with Eveminet, has made remarkable achievements in Kenya with its #SaferTogether workshops. Read more »
April 03
Kenya: Davido Sends K24 Suit Notice Over Deleted Fools Day Report On Cocaine Arrest
Capital FM
Nigerian Afrobeats singer 'Davido' served a pre-suit letter to a local media house over a Fools Day report alleging his arrest at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Late Musician Garry Mapanzure's Posthumous Track Out Soon
New Zimbabwe
The management of late Afropop musician Garry Mapanzure will be releasing a posthumous single track titled "Chirimumoyo Chirimuninga" this Friday. Read more »
Nigeria: Kids FM, Nigeria's First Radio Station for Kids Officially Launches [press release]
Premium Times
This innovative venture marks the first of its kind in Nigeria, setting a new standard for children's entertainment and education in the country. Read more »
April 02
Nigeria: Strained', 'Afamefuna', 'Sherlock - Series 1 - 4', Other Exciting Netflix Titles This April
Premium Times
For April, Netflix says it has all the drama and action, and it is fun-packed Read more »
Zimbabwe: Wicknell Chivayo Speaks On 'Small' U.S.$1 Million Donation to Mnangagwa Ally
New Zimbabwe
CONTROVERSIAL Harare-based businessman, Wicknell Chivayo has confirmed the reason why he gifted President Emmerson Mnangagwa's spiritualist with US$ 1 million during the just-ended… Read more »
Africa: Africa Magic Viewer's Choice Awards Nominees Out
The Herald
Voting is now open for the 10th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards, enabling viewers to have their say in who should win the prestigious awards at a glittering… Read more »
Zimbabwe: New Copyrights Council Out to Empower Local Artistes
The Herald
The recently-established Zimbabwe Council of Copyrights (ZICCO) has breathed new life into the music industry by setting up income generating projects in poultry and agriculture. Read more »
April 01
South Africa: Cape Town Fire Displaces Over 700 in Informal Settlements - South African News Briefs - April 1, 2024
allAfrica
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South Africa: McJunior Wins Big Brother Mzansi Season 4
Big Brother Mzansi
This season Biggie rounded up 23 lively characters under one roof to give us the wildest season yet, and McJunior walks out as the season's champ. Read more »
Nigeria: Fuji Music in Nigeria - New Documentary Shines Light On a Popular African Culture [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Nigerian singer Síkírù Àyìndé Barrister (1948-2010) pioneered fújì, a Yorùbá genre of popular dance music. In… Read more »
Africa: Season 16 of Afropop - the Ultimate Cultural Exchange Series, Premiering Monday, April 1
Afropop
AfroPoP: The Ultimate Cultural Exchange, the award-winning series by Black Public Media (BPM) and WORLD, debuts season 16 on Monday, April 1. The series, renowned for its powerful… Read more »
Africa: Made in Africa - Africa's Fashion Redefining Narratives About the Continent
IPS
It is a new dawn as Africa's high fashion industry enters an era defined and driven by young African fashion designers. As they take to the global stage, the young creatives are… Read more »