May 18
Nigeria: Only Desmond Elliott Refused to Step Down for Me, Says Lagos Assembly Seat Aspirant
Premium Times
Ms Bakare-Odunuga is up against the incumbent, Desmond Elliot, who is seeking re-election to represent the state constituency for the fourth time in 2027. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Gospel Artist Rachel Wandeto Dies After Petrol Attack Over Ruto Tattoo
Capital FM
Kenyan gospel artist Rachel Wandeto has succumbed to severe burn injuries days after unknown attackers allegedly doused her with petrol and set her ablaze in Nairobi, officials… Read more »
Angola: Role of Museums in Preserving the Identity of the Kongo People Analyzed in Zaire
ANGOP
A lecture on the "role of the regional museum in preserving the identity of the Kongo people" brought together cultural agents and academics on Monday in Mbanza Kongo, Zaire… Read more »
Uganda: Black & White Quiz Nights Keep Kampala's Spirit of Sharing Alive
Nile Post
The spirit of sharing and togetherness came alive once again on Friday night as Black & White hosted another edition of its popular Quiz Night at Inspire Café, drawing… Read more »
Uganda: Gilbey's Hangouts Sparks Debate On Side Partners As Revelers Unwind in Kampala
Nile Post
Revelers turned up in large numbers for the latest edition of Gilbey's Hangouts in Kampala, spending the night relaxing, socialising and enjoying music in a laid-back atmosphere… Read more »
Angola: Angolan Minister of Culture Announces Opening of the National Cinema-Theatre
ANGOP
The Minister of Culture, Filipe Zau, announced on Monday in Luanda that the works on the National Cinema-Theatre, formerly known as Chá de Caxinde, are practically complete… Read more »
Angola: 'Luzes Ao Palco' Represents Angola At a Theater Festival in Portugal
ANGOP
The theater group "Luzes ao Palco", from the province of Huíla, will represent Angola for the 3rd time at the 7th Edition of the International Performing Arts Festival… Read more »
Angola: President João Lourenço Assesses Progress On Renovation Works of Two Cultural Infrastructures in Luanda
ANGOP
Angolan President João Lourenço, today, Monday, inspected the progress of the works on the future Palace of Music and the National Theatre and Cinema-Theatre in… Read more »
Nigeria: Ice Prince Shares Future Plans Outside Music
Leadership
Nigerian rapper and songwriter Panshak Henry Zamani, popularly known as "Ice Prince" or "Ice Prince Zamani has revealed his personal plans to further his education and go into… Read more »
Nigeria: Javier Bardem's 'The Beloved' Scores Seven-Minute Cannes Ovation
Leadership
The movie 'El Ser Querido' (The Beloved), starring Oscar-winning actor Javier Bardem, received a thunderous reception at its Cannes premiere, with applause inside the Grand… Read more »
May 17
Nigeria: 'I'll Go to University, Become a Farmer At 40' - Ice Prince
Premium Times
The rapper revealed his retirement plans as he gradually steps away from releasing albums after nearly two decades in music. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerians React As Cubana Chief Priest Loses APC Reps Primary
Premium Times
The outcome of the APC primary election in Imo State has generated heated discussions online, with many users dissecting Cubana Chief Priest's political approach. Read more »
Namibia: Anne Lacheiner-Kuhnand the Art of Belonging
Namibian
For collectors who like their art as magnetic, colourful and as quirky as its creator, Namibian artist Anne Lacheiner-Kuhn is a fever dream come true. Read more »
Namibia: Books Bring Nujoma's Story to Youth
Namibian
Young people have been urged to make use of the recently launched coffee table books honouring the legacy of founding president Sam Nujoma, by learning about his life and… Read more »
Namibia: Mural Eyes Windhoek's Spaces in Between
Namibian
If the mural on the Bellhaus Atelier & Galerie's street-facing wall catches your eye, four pairs of eyes may look back. Read more »
Namibia: 'Our Music Industry Doesn't Have an Identity'
Namibian
One of Namibia's A-list vocalists, Sally Ephraim, is calling for a radical shift towards unity and structural identity within the local music scene. Read more »
May 16
Africa: Why Is African Cinema Out of the Picture At the Cannes Film Festival?
RFI
Does the absence of African films in the main competition at this year's Cannes Film Festival point to a glass ceiling? Or is African cinema still slowly but surely finding its way… Read more »
Nigeria: Big Brother Naija Is Back - Registration Portal Opens
Premium Times
The audition will be held in Lagos, Abuja and Enugu. Read more »
May 15
Rwanda: Nyarugenge Court Hears DJ Toxxyk's Appeal Case
New Times
Nyarugenge Intermediate Court on Friday morning started hearing an appeal case involving Arnaud Shema de Bosscher, popularly known as DJ Toxxyk, who was recently found guilty on… Read more »
Nigeria: Osimhen, Asake, Davido, Wizkid Make 2026 Golden Stars Award Nominees List
Vanguard
Organisers of the Golden Stars Award have unveiled a new wave of nominees for its 2026 edition, with football star Victor Osimhen and music heavyweights Asake, Davido, and Wizkid… Read more »
Nigeria: Shakira, Burna Boy Release Official 2026 FIFA World Cup Song, 'Dai Dai'
Premium Times
The song was released on Friday via Sony Music Latin. Read more »
Africa: Shakira, Burna Boy Release Official 2026 FIFA World Cup Song 'Dai Dai'
Vanguard
Global pop artiste Shakira has released "Dai Dai", the official song for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, in collaboration with Nigerian Grammy-winning Afrobeat superstar Burna Boy. Read more »
Ghana: Tribe Culture Fest Steps Up Preparations for '16 By 16', Ghana Funfest
Ghanaian Times
TRiBE Culture Fest has stepped up preparations for its "16 BY 16" and "Ghana Funfest" initiatives with an extensive series of local and international reconnaissance (recce)… Read more »
May 14
Nigeria: Nollywood Icons Back Desmond Elliot's Fourth-Term Bid
This Day
Veteran actors and filmmakers under the banner of Nollywood Icons have appealed to the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, to support the reelection bid of Desmond… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Jah Prayzah to Headline Zimfest As Venue Shifts to Northamptonshire
New Zimbabwe
Multi-award-winning musician Jah Prayzah will headline this year's Zimfest in the United Kingdom (UK) in July. Read more »
