November 17
Uganda: Nyege Nyege Festival Highlights Drinking in Moderation
Nile Post
As the festival progresses to the third day, festival and party people have been availed with more than 4,220 free liters of drinking water aimed towards fostering drinking in… Read more »
Nigeria: Miss Universe - Chidinma Adetshina Speaks After Runner-Up Position
Premium Times
Chidinma Adetshina made history earlier this year by winning Miss Universe Nigeria after withdrawing from the Miss South Africa pageant. Read more »
Nigeria: Reactions As Chidimma Adetshina Clinches Second Prize At Miss Universe
Daily Trust
Beauty queen, Chidimma Adetshina, has made history by becoming the first Nigerian to emerge first runner-up at the Miss Universe pageant. Read more »
Nigeria: 'At My Lowest, You Picked Me Up', Adetshina Grateful to Nigerians After Miss Universe Feat
Vanguard
Chidimma Adetshina, Nigeria's representative at the 73rd Miss Universe competition, has expressed deep gratitude to Nigerians and Africans for their support, which contributed to… Read more »
Uganda: Revelers Enjoy Second Day of Nyege Nyege 2024
Nile Post
The second day of the Uganda Waragi Nyege Nyege 2024 showed the festival's ability to transcend expectations and weather in more ways than one. Read more »
Ethiopia: Art Conservation or Preserving the Past for Eternity
Ethiopian Herald
According to many observers in the field, art conservation in Ethiopia is a recent phenomenon although the country is endowed with rich and diverse and ancient artistic legacies.… Read more »
Nigeria: Protest Over Artefacts / Funds for Benin Royal Museums Not Diverted - Ihenacho, Mowaa Boss
Vanguard
Says Obaseki not owner of facility Read more »
Nigeria: Amplifying the Voices of Tomorrow's Leaders
This Day
Tiffany-Annabelle, the Nigerian art scene's rising star, has pulled off a remarkable feat with "Future Voices: A Child's Vision in a Changing World," a captivating child art… Read more »
Nigeria: Kap Film Academy in Partnership With U.S. Consulate Train Youths
This Day
From November 12 to 16, 20 young creatives participated in an intensive workshop where they were trained in directing and cinematography. The workshop is a joint partnership… Read more »
Nigeria: An Art Fair to Paint a City Red...
This Day
A creative revolution is set to ripple through Nigeria's cultural landscape as the Benin Art Fair 2024 (T-BAF) launches an ambitious bid to revitalise Edo State's rich creative… Read more »
November 15
South Africa: Miss South Africa Withdraws from Miss Universe Due to Health Issues
Miss South Africa
It is with deep regret that we share the news that Mia Le Roux, Miss South Africa 2024, has had to withdraw from the Miss Universe competition due to health concerns. Read more »
South Africa: City Power Cuts Power to Defaulters in Lenasia - South African News Briefs - November 15, 2024
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South Africa: Miss Universe 2024 - South Africa's Mia Le Roux Withdraws From Pageant
Premium Times
Miss South Africa, Mia Le Roux, is the second contestant to exit the Miss Universe pageant in 2024 Read more »
Nigeria: Gender-Based Violence-Themed Film 'Voice Within' to Premiere in Abuja
Premium Times
The cast features a talented ensemble of Nigerian actors, with standout performances by Grace Daudu, Mbasity Jesse, Tolu Asanu, Franca Igwe and many others. Read more »
November 14
Zimbabwe: Miss Universe Zimbabwe Sakhile Dube National Costume Explained
The Herald
Miss Universe Zimbabwe Sakhile Dube's national costume has turned heads in Mexico ahead of the preliminary show as fans showered her with love and praise over the dress. Read more »
Nigeria: Actor Korede Are 'Baba Gbenro' Is Dead
Premium Times
He was famous for playing "Baba Gbenro" in the Mount Zion YouTube series "Abattoir". Read more »
Angola: Angolan Prince Started Campaign to End Atlantic Slave Trade Long Before Europeans Did - New Book [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
For centuries, it has been held that the ideas and movement for the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade came from western abolitionists. No input from Africans has been… Read more »
Nigeria: Hollywood Filmmakers Partner Kunle Afolayan to Train Young Nigerian Filmmakers
Premium Times
The collaboration, which the United States Embassy in Nigeria introduced, was officially launched in Lagos. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Ausc Region 5 Board of Advisors Meets
The Herald
Acting Minister of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture Kazembe Kazembe has urged the African Union Sports Council (AUSC) Region 5 to continue striving for excellence. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Miss Universe 2024 Preliminaries On Tonight
The Herald
The 73rd Miss Universe pageant will tonight hold its preliminaries in the Arena CDMX, Mexico City, ahead of the grand finale on Sunday. Read more »
Malawi: Jack Mcbrams Produced Documentary On Music Legend Soldier Lucius Banda Set for Release
Nyasa Times
A highly anticipated documentary about the life and legacy of legendary Malawian musician Soldier Lucius Banda is set to be released soon. Titled Soja: The Lucius Banda… Read more »
November 13
Angola: Art and Culture Foundation Launches Book in Honour of Queen Nzinga Mbandi
ANGOP
A book destined for children and young people, entitled "A Pegada Mágica" (The Magic Footprint), by the writer António Pinto "Ap kituxi", was launched on Wednesday in… Read more »
Nigeria: 'Why I Can't Apologise to You' - VDM to Falana, Falz Ahead of Court Hearing
Premium Times
"I have tried to respect them (Mr Falana and Falz), but it didn't work because I went to prostrate, and they said I must go and apologise." Read more »
Uganda: Nyege-Nyege 2024 - Africa's Largest Cultural Festival Returns to Jinja, Celebrating Beats, Identity, and Unity
Nile Post
This weekend, the vibrant town of Jinja, home to the iconic Source of the Nile, will become a pulsating celebration of music, culture, and creativity as the Nyege-Nyege… Read more »
Rwanda: Kigali's 'The Reminisce' Brings Vintage Vibes, Classic Beats to Life This November
New Times
Kigali's nightlife is about to light up with nostalgia as "The Reminisce" returns for its second edition, bringing back what organizers call "the grown folks' playground." Read more »
