November 13
Zimbabwe: Amapiano Giants Kabza De Small, DJ Maphorisa Set to Serenade Harare
263Chat
South African Amapiano giant Kabza De Small is set to serenade Harare fans on the night of Friday, November 22, with his latest hits in the genre that has lit up the world. Read more »
November 12
Sudan: Hashim Siddig, Sudan's 'Multi-Talented Poet', Dies At the Age of 77
Dabanga
Many Sudanese are mourning the death of the famous poet and dramatist Hashim Siddig, who died in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Saturday morning. He was 77 years old. Siddig is… Read more »
Mali: Habib Koité Returns With Mande Quartet
Afropop
Mali's Habib Koité has led a storied career since he burst onto the scene with his award-winning debut album Musa Ko in 1995. Now, eight albums later, he's returning to our… Read more »
Nigeria: Feud Escalates As Mr P Leaks Audio in Dispute With Paul Over New Song 'Winning'
Premium Times
"Later, Jude will come and lie to the public that he has had nothing to do with Psquare for eight years, but he makes phone calls and writes letters to ensure my WINNING is taken… Read more »
Tanzania: Singer Zuchu Announces Break-Up With Diamond Platnumz
New Times
Tanzania's music superstars Diamond Platnumz and Zuhura Othman Soud, commonly known as Zuchu, have brought their relationship to an end after three years dating. Read more »
Uganda: Nyege Nyege Offers Discounted Tickets for Jinja Residents, Invites Religious Leaders Amid Controversy
Nile Post
The Nyege Nyege Festival is offering discounted tickets to Jinja City residents, lowering the price to UGX 120,000 from the standard UGX 250,000. Read more »
Uganda: Several Roads in Jinja City to Be Closed During the Nyege Nyege Festival
Nile Post
The Traffic Police Directorate has announced strict traffic guidelines for the 9th Edition of the Nyege Nyege Festival at Jinja Club. Read more »
South Africa: A South African Politician Ends Up Homeless in Nthikeng Mohlele's Spicy New Novel - but Is It Any Good? [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Despite the flaws in the latest novel by South African writer Nthikeng Mohlele, there is something alluring about Revolutionaries' House. It is Mohlele's most political novel, and… Read more »
Lesotho: Musicians to Finally Earn Royalties for Their Music
Lesotho Times
LOCAL musicians can finally celebrate a significant development: their music will now earn royalties from commercial use. Read more »
Uganda: Filmmakers Contribute Shs57m to Parliament for National Culture Policy Reform
Nile Post
Filmmakers have contributed Shs 57,600,000 to Parliament to support the Parliamentary Forum in revising the National Culture Policy. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Macheso Vows to Uplift Less Privileged Artists
The Herald
ALICK Macheso has vowed to continue empowering children of living and departed music legends as a way of giving back to the arts sector. Read more »
South Africa: How People in Namaqualand Are Keeping the Nama Language Alive
GroundUp
A radio station and a school teaching Nama hope to stop the language from going extinct Read more »
Uganda: Cfao Mobility Uganda Launches the 18th Toyota Dream Car Art Contest for Kids
Independent (Kampala)
CFAO Mobility Uganda is thrilled to announce the return of the Toyota Dream Car Art Contest for its 18th edition, marking the second time Uganda will host this exciting global… Read more »
South Africa: Turner Adams's Tattooed Body Told More Than One Story
GroundUp
Former Lavender Hill gangster died on 29 October Read more »
November 11
Zimbabwe: Sakhile Eyes Miss Universe Crown
The Herald
The universe and Africa wait with bated breath. Read more »
Namibia: Namibian Makes Miss Earth 2024 Top 12
Namibian
"I poured my heart out and represented my country to the best of my ability." Read more »
South Africa: Thandiswa Returns With Sankofa [interview]
Afropop
Thandiswa Mazwai has lived the modern history of African music. In the early '90s, when she was still a teenager, she pioneered the emerging kwaito sound in South Africa, first… Read more »
South Africa: Again, Tyla Beats Asake, Tems, Ayra Starr, Burnaboy, Wins 'Best Afrobeats' at MTV EMA
Premium Times
In September, Tyla made headlines at the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) for winning the "Best Afrobeats," but she stirred debate by clarifying that she identified with the Amapiano… Read more »
Nigeria: Why Everyone Is Talking About DJ Switch's 'Link Up' Video
Premium Times
After a period of silence, DJ Switch has made a striking comeback with her new single, 'Link Up', sparking significant conversation. Read more »
Uganda: Excitement in Jinja As Nyege Nyege Date Nears
Independent (Kampala)
Hotel bookings are on the rise with many of Jinja's accommodation hotspots declaring they are fully booked between November 14 to 17, the dates set for the annual Nyege Nyege… Read more »
South Africa: Cape Town Secures Historic Bid to Host WorldPride 2028 [press release]
allAfrica
We are excited to share the momentous news that Cape Town Pride has officially won the bid to host WorldPride 2028. This significant event is a global celebration of LGBTQ+ pride… Read more »
Namibia: Fashion Week Creates Memories
Namibian
MTC Windhoek Fashion Week 2024 (MTC WFW) concluded with a vibrant celebration of innovation, tradition and cultural pride, creating a memorable event that highlighted both local… Read more »
Nigeria: 'We Now Control Nigeria,' MC Oluomo's Son Brags Amidst Dad's NURTW Win
Premium Times
"Nah, the country we dey control now, no be only Lagos again". Read more »
Uganda: Kampala Vegan Fest Advocates for Plant-Based Diets to Combat Rising Health Risks
Nile Post
The event was organised by the Kampala Vegan Fest to encourage Ugandans to make healthier dietary choices that not only improve individual well-being but also contribute to animal… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Kweseka Wins U.S.$15 000 At 2024 Chibuku Road to Fame
The Herald
Matabeleland North Afro-fusion outfit, Kweseka Band, went home US$15 000 richer at the 2024 Chibuku Road To Fame grand finale at Glamis Arena in Harare last Saturday. Read more »
