August 06
Africa: Why Africa's Textile Story Is Bigger Than the Numbers Suggest [opinion]
Bird Story Agency
Africa is beginning to reverse an age-old equation: exporting raw cotton and importing the value created from it. The challenge is to close the “missing middle”,… Read more »
Nigeria: Wyclef Jean Speaks On His Nigerian Roots
Leadership
Grammy-winning Haitian musician and Fugees co-founder Wyclef Jean has spoken openly about his connection to Nigeria on several occasions, tracing his ancestral roots back to West… Read more »
Nigeria: P-Square Fued - Rudeboy Reacts As Mr P Makes Fresh Money Diversion Claims in Part 7
Premium Times
The latest episode of Peter Okoye's tell-all series prompted a reaction from his twin brother, Paul Okoye, as the public fallout over P-Square's finances and management deepened. Read more »
Nigeria: Peter Okoye Confirms Jude's Lawsuit to Stop Him From Performing P-Square Songs
Leadership
Singer Peter Okoye has confirmed that his elder brother and former manager, Jude Okoye, has initiated another legal battle aimed at stopping him from performing songs released… Read more »
Tanzania: Ending FGM Begins With Communities
Daily News
FOR generations, female genital mutilation (FGM) has been defended in some communities as a cultural tradition. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Nigel Tha Slick Pastor to Headline Shoko Festival's Much Awaited Comedy Night
New Zimbabwe
SHOKO Festival has announced popular stand-up comedian Nigel Tha Slick Pastor as the main act at this year's Comedy Night. Read more »
Malawi: Bibles, Gospel Songs and Jubilant Scenes - FA Malawi Chief Haiya Leads Euphoric Dressing Room Party
Nyasa Times
Football Association of Malawi (FAM) president Fleetwood Haiya was at the heart of jubilant scenes in Rabat, Morocco, on Wednesday night, as he led wild celebrations in the… Read more »
August 05
Nigeria: PSquare Feud: Fans Back Mr P, Launch Campaign to Boost His Music
Premium Times
Many social media users have thrown their support behind Mr P amid his renewed public dispute with his brothers, helping boost his YouTube subscribers and latest single. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Nigel Tha Slick Pastor to Headline Star-Studded Shoko Comedy Night
263Chat
Local stand-up comedian Nigel Maritinyu popularly known as Nigel Tha Slick Pastor will headline this year's Shoko Comedy Night as organisers unveiled a star-studded line-up for one… Read more »
Nigeria: I'm a Die-Hard Ronaldo Fan - Davido
Daily Trust
Music star David Adeleke, better known as Davido, has described himself as a die-hard fan of Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo. Read more »
Nigeria: Actress Temitope Osoba Dies
Premium Times
Her colleagues, Oladipupo Okanlawon and Foluke Daramola-Salako, announced her death in separate Instagram posts on Wednesday. Read more »
Nigeria: Bbnaija S11 - Kamsy Opens Up On Love Triangle With Chisom and Gerard
Leadership
Big Brother Naija Season 11 housemate, Kamsy, has spoken out regarding her relationship dynamics with fellow housemates Chisom and Gerard. Read more »
Nigeria: Why I Quit Legal Practice for Music - Falz
Vanguard
Nigerian singer, Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, has opened up on his decision to stop actively representing clients in court, saying the demands of his growing music… Read more »
Uganda: Bebe Cool, Santa Anzo to Discuss Creative Economy On X
Nile Post
Evergreen music star Moses Ssali, popularly known as Bebe Cool, will on Thursday join fashion entrepreneur Santa Anzo for a national conversation on the role of the creative… Read more »
August 04
Tanzania: Healers Cleared to Own Govt Wildlife Trophies
Daily News
THE Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority (TAWA) has announced the implementation of President Samia Suluhu Hassan's directive allowing traditional healers to legally own… Read more »
Nigeria: Jude Okoye's Wife Breaks Silence After Peter's Fresh Allegations
Leadership
Ifeoma "Ify" Okoye, the wife of music executive Jude Okoye, has publicly addressed the latest allegations made against her husband by his younger brother, Peter Okoye. Read more »
Botswana: Modiakgotla Turns Gospel Teachings Into Inspirational Books
Botswana Daily News
Despite being in her early 70s, Kgomotsego Modiakgotla of Mokgalo Ward in Molepolole remains unwavering in her mission to spread the gospel. Read more »
Nigeria: In Defence of St Janet--and the Freedom to Create [opinion]
Premium Times
"Perhaps that is the most enduring lesson of St Janet's life. Whether one liked her music or not is ultimately beside the point. She reminds us that creativity cannot flourish… Read more »
Namibia: Dj Siya - From Decks to Centre Stage
Namibian
DJ Siya's music journey reads like a fairytale. Read more »
Namibia: Tsumeb Teen Finds His Voice Through Pride
Namibian
At just 18 years old, Mega Ben is already turning heads in the Namibian music scene with music that speaks to self-acceptance. Read more »
Africa: Africa Has Talent, but Needs Creative Businesses to Scale, Says Julius Kyazze
Nile Post
Pan-African creative entrepreneur Julius Kyazze has called for increased investment in creative businesses, infrastructure and skills development, arguing that Africa's next major… Read more »
Uganda: It's Time to Restore Marriage to Its True Meaning
Nile Post
Recent remarks by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on the rising cost of bride price and increasingly expensive wedding ceremonies have sparked an important national conversation.… Read more »
August 03
Uganda: Museveni Calls for Regulation of Bride Price
Independent (Kampala)
The President has called for moderation in the payment of bride price, warning that excessive demands are turning marriage into a commercial venture and discouraging young people… Read more »
Nigeria: 19 Housemates Face Eviction for Week Two in BBNaija
Vanguard
Nineteen housemates are on the eviction list for the second week of BBNaija Season 11 after Monday's nomination session. Read more »
Nigeria: How Rarara's Song Attacking Pantami Ignited Debate in Northern Nigeria Over Ethics of Political Music
Premium Times
Rarara's campaign songs became an integral part of Buhari's electoral brand and were regularly played at political rallies across northern Nigeria. Read more »
