November 20
Uganda: Nyege Nyege - Hits, Misses and Tales of the Afrogalactic Edition
Observer
To say that this year's Nyege Nyege festival ended on a high, would be an understatement, especially if you have attended the past two editions post the Covid-19 pandemic. Read more »
Africa: Amayo Announces Debut CD Release
Afropop
Amayo, the former frontman of Antibalas and a key figure in bringing Afrobeat to global audiences, will announce his debut solo album tomorrow AM: Lion Awakes will be released Jan… Read more »
November 19
Nigeria: D'Banj Stuns Spectators in 'Hue' On Lanre DA Silva Fashion Runway (Photos)
Premium Times
The star-studded event was graced by celebrities like Bisola, Aiyeola, Mimi Onalaja, Kate Henshaw and Funke Kuti. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwandan Legends Kayirebwa, Muyango Honored for Impact On African Music
New Times
The Music In Africa Honorary Award has long been a celebration of artists who shape the music industry in their home countries and beyond. Read more »
Nigeria: Asake Featured in Wizkid's Upcoming Album Morayo As Full Tracklist Unveiled
Vanguard
Nigerian music star Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has unveiled the tracklist for his much-anticipated sixth studio album, Morayo. Read more »
Uganda: Nyege Nyege Festival 2024 Serves Unforgettable Showcase of Music, Art and Culture
Nile Post
The four-day festival, which opened its doors to attendees on Thursday, attracted thousands of visitors from around the globe to experience a vibrant celebration of music, culture,… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Mambo Dhuterere Drops Four-Track EP - Features Unique Partnership With Diaspora Insurance
New Zimbabwe
Gospel music sensation Darlington Mutseta popularly known as Mambo Dhuterere has released an Extended Play (EP) album titled 'Kudenga kuna Manuwere'. Read more »
Nigeria: Wizkid Confirms 'Morayo' Album Release Date, Shares Tracklist
Premium Times
Morayo is Wizkid's sixth and most anticipated album since his 'Made in Lagos' album was released in 2020 and his 2022 'More Love, Less Ego' album. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Chenhaka Dance Academy Promotes Visual, Performing Arts
The Herald
Chenhaka Trust and Dance Academy founder, Taurai Moyo, has stepped up visual and performing arts promotion to preserve culture through traditional dances and other performances. Read more »
Nigeria: Bello-Fadile's 'Nine Lives' - Recounting History and National Memory
Premium Times
That this endeavour, among others, will inspire debate, is a very important part of the recognition and preservation of national memory. Read more »
Uganda: Ewaffe Cultural Village Wins Cultural Heritage Champion Accolade At Ekkula Tourism Awards
Nile Post
Ewaffe cultural village has been awarded for championing cultural heritage during this year Ekkula tourism awards. Read more »
Liberia: New Book Envisages Orphanage Homes Reform
Liberian Observer
Life wasn't easy for then-17-year-old Ahmed Paasewe when he lost his parents to the Ebola epidemic in 2014. He suffered abandonment as an orphan, and the feeling of being looked… Read more »
November 18
Nigeria: Saxophonist Kingsax Arrested for Allegedly Raping 2 Sisters
Leadership
Popular saxophonist and De Naija spirit talent hunt show star, Sampson Udo, popularly called KingSax, has been arrested for allegedly raping two sisters who had invited him to… Read more »
Nigeria: 'Chidinma Adetshina Is Shining Star, Nigeria's Pride' - Culture Minister
Premium Times
As first runner-up, Adetshina won a 100,000 cash prize, a one-year lease on a luxury apartment in New York and a three-million-dollar diamond-encrusted crown. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Celebrates Miss Universe Success Amid Citizenship Controversy
VOA
Nigerians are celebrating the success of Chidimma Adetshina at the Miss Universe contest in Mexico Saturday. Adetshina fell just short of the title, being named first runner up,… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Filabusi Born Zim CEO Named On Time Magazine Top 100 List
263Chat
AFRICAN Risk Capacity Limited (ARC Ltd) chief executive officer Lesley Ndlovu has made Time Magazine's 2024 list of the 100 Most Influential Climate Leaders in Business. Read more »
Nigeria: I'm Not an Advocate for Divorce - May Edochie
Vanguard
May Edochie, the estranged wife of Nollywood actor Yul Edochie, has shared her thoughts on marriage and family. Read more »
Nigeria: I Was Neither Pressured Nor Coerced Into Cancelling My Book Launch - Ope Banwo
Vanguard
Dr. Ope Banwo, author of the highly anticipated political thriller, Kingmaker of Muguland has said that he was neither influenced, coerced nor pressured into cancelling the launch… Read more »
Nigeria: 'Nine Lives - The Bello-Fadile Memoirs' Presented to the Public
Premium Times
The book was authored by Ralph Sixtus Babatunde (RSB) Bello-Fadile, a retired colonel of the Nigerian Army, who recounts not only his experience but also the story of his life and… Read more »
Nigeria: Basketmouth's Debut Feature Film 'A Ghetto Love Story' Premieres in Lagos
Premium Times
The star-studded cast include Akah Nnani, Beverly Osu, Patience Ozokwor, Efe Irele, Chimezie Imo, Chioma Chukwuka, Dorathy Bachor, and more. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Be Proud of Your Identity, Says President
The Herald
President Mnangagwa has rallied the younger generation to be proud of their African identity and rich heritage, as the region strives towards a common future of sustainable… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Cultural Festivals Enable Socio-Economic Growth - VP Mohadi
The Herald
Remember Deketeke, Herald Reporter Read more »
Rwanda: Musician DA Rest Opens Own Record Label
New Times
Rwandan artiste Prince Ishimwe, also known on stage as Da Rest, has taken a significant step forward in his music career and establishing his own record label dubbed 'Eeey D… Read more »
November 17
Africa: African Cinema Takes to Global Stage With Diverse Storytelling
RFI
As African cinema is taking centre stage at festivals around the world, filmmakers and curators reflect on the future of the film industry and creativity on the continent. Read more »
Nigeria: N4 Million Debt - Bobrisky's U.S.-Based Accuser Replies Him With Audio Proof
Premium Times
Mr John, a socialite, allegedly leaked an audio conversation between himself and Bobrisky to VDM to recover a lingering N4m debt. Read more »
