April 01
South Africa: Cape Town Fire Displaces Over 700 in Informal Settlements - South African News Briefs - April 1, 2024
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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 »
Zimbabwe: Zanu-PF Apologist Wicknell Chivayo Gifts Mnangagwa's Ally Jaw-Dropping U.S.$1million
New Zimbabwe
CONTROVERSIAL businessman, Wicknell Chivhayo has taken his extravagance side-show to another level, donating a whooping US$1million to the Zion Christian Church (ZCC) Mbungo led by… Read more »
Rwanda: Dj Brianne to Get a Tummy Tuck
New Times
DJ Brianne, real name Esther Brianne Gateka, known for her exceptional music mixing skills, is set to undergo abdominoplasty today, Monday, April 1. Read more »
Zimbabwe: 'Bob Marley - One Love' Biopic Evokes a Jumble of Memories of Zim's Independence
The Herald
The release of "Bob Marley: One Love" biopic in February this year stirred up powerful emotions and memories of the reggae superstar's concert in Zimbabwe in April 1980 and the… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Sunshine City Festival, a Huge Success
The Herald
The much-publicised show dubbed "Sunshine City Festival", hosted by Tamba Events under Braai Out ZW at Old Hararians Sports Club in the capital, was a huge success. Read more »
Rwanda: The Rise of Asantii to a Global Sustainable Fashion Brand
New Times
After winning the prestigious 2024 Rising Sustainable Brand Award in New York, Rwandan based clothing line Asantii is primed to push their brand to the global market, according to… Read more »
Rwanda: Easter Celebration - Gospel Singers Entertain Fans At Ewangelia Concert
New Times
The Ewangelia Easter Celebration concert brought together people of different ages to celebrate the resurrection of Christ and support the distribution of Bibles across Rwanda. Read more »
March 31
Angola: Angolan in Movies Nominated for the 'Africa Magic' Award
ANGOP
Angolan camerawoman and production designer Eltina Gaspar participated in two films that were nominated for the 10th edition of the "Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards", taking… Read more »
March 28
Nigeria: Beast of Two Worlds - PR Stunt Gone Wrong, Lessons for Nigerian Filmmakers [analysis]
Premium Times
As tempting as it is to consider controversial PR stunts to gain attention for a movie, it's essential to remember that what may seem like a great idea on paper can be a disaster… Read more »
South Africa: Snoekless Easter - Fish Shortage Bites Western Cape - South African News Briefs - March 28, 2024
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Rwanda: Rwandan Performers Urged to Infuse Traditional Art in Their Work
New Times
Robert Masozera, the General Director of Rwanda Cultural Heritage Academy (RCHA), urged artists to draw inspiration from Rwanda's heritage and tradition instead of copying from… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Playwright, Wole Oguntokun Is Dead
Vanguard
Popular Nigerian playwright and theatre director, Wole Oguntokun is dead. Read more »
March 27
Zimbabwe: Music - Powerful Soundtrack of Zimbabwe's Liberation Struggle
The Herald
The attainment of independence on April 18, 1980, marked a watershed moment in Zimbabwe's history, not only politically, but culturally as well. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Murambinda Spruces Up to Host Independence Gala
The Herald
Preparations for the Independence gala scheduled for Murambinda in Buhera are at an advanced stage with the organisers confirming that all logistics are in place. Read more »
March 26
Africa: Exploring the Roots of Stupidity - First Understand the Psychology of What Lies Behind Irrational Opinions [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Most people, at one time or another, act foolishly. However, truly ignorant individuals exhibit a lack of introspection and stubbornly cling to their opinions, regardless of how… Read more »
Africa: The Future of IGAD Amidst Turmoil in the Horn [analysis]
African Arguments
Debating Ideas reflects the values and editorial ethos of the African Arguments book series, publishing engaged, often radical, scholarship, original and activist writing from… Read more »
South Africa: Zulu Culture and Sexual Orientation - South African Study Reveals the Health Costs of Stigma [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Same-sex relationships are legal in South Africa and protected by the constitution. Unfair discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation is against the law. Read more »
Nigeria: BBNaija Season 9 Auditions Kick-Off, Organisers Introduce New Twist
Premium Times
The application is open to individuals above 21. Read more »
Kenya: Fans Gather to Pay Respects to Late TikTok Star Brian Chira At Funeral Home
Capital FM
Supporters of the late Brian Chira gathered outside the Kenyatta Memorial Funeral Home to pay their respects before his burial in Githunguri, Kiambu on Tuesday. Read more »
Uganda: Sawa Ya Matako - Inside South African Song That Captivates the Continent
Nile Post
Maj Gen Leo Kyanda is said to like 'Sawa ya Matako so much but that has nothing to do with Sawa ya Matako but rather the song caled ' Read more »
Ghana: Dr Okoe-Boye Launches Book On Covid-19 Pandemic
Ghanaian Times
The President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, last Thursday launched a book titled 'Fellow Ghanaians', authored by the Minister of Health-designate, Dr Bernard Okoe Boye, in Accra. Read more »