September 18
Ethiopia: From Self-Taught to Jazz Icon - Timeless Journey of Alemseged Kebede
Ethiopian Herald
There's yet to be a genre from Ethiopia that has risen in the world's music scene the way that Ethiopian jazz had in the first half of the 20th century. Sampled across many genres… Read more »
Rwanda: DJ Marnaud On the Spot Amid 'Fraud' Claims
New Times
Renowned Rwandan disc jockey Arnaud Mugisha Gatera, popularly known as DJ Marnaud, is currently the talk of local showbiz after Nigerian DJ Dope Caesar publicly accused him of… Read more »
Rwanda: 10 Gripping Books to Read As Rwandan Authors Mark Literacy Month
New Times
As Rwanda celebrates Literacy Month, it is the perfect opportunity to explore the rich literary landscape of Rwandan authors. Launched on September 21, 2020, this month-long… Read more »
September 17
Nigeria: BBNaija - Wanni, Tjay, Handi, Six Others Nominated for Eviction
Premium Times
Monday's dramatic face-to-face nomination process in the Big Brother Naija " No Loose Guard" season was one for the books, as nine housemates were nominated by their fellow… Read more »
Nigeria: Spotify Celebrates Wizkid's 'Ojuelegba' 10th Anniversary
Vanguard
Spotify, an online streaming platform, on Tuesday celebrated Wizkid's "Ojuelegba" 10 years anniversary. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Three Visual Artists Give Back to Community
The Herald
THREE visual artists from the SwissZim Heritage Gallery in Domboshava, Mashonaland East province -- Tonderai Mujuru, Keith Zenda, and Sarah Kuvenguhwa -- use their earnings and… Read more »
September 16
South Africa: TikTok Exposé Leads to Restaurant Raid - South African News Briefs - September 16, 2024
allAfrica
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Nigeria: Veteran Nollywood Actor Emmanuel France Is Dead
Premium Times
The veteran actor was famous for his roles in Domitilla (1996) and The Curfew (2021). Read more »
Kenya: Quiver Steak House Ditches Loud Music After Noise Complaints [editorial]
Capital FM
National Government Administration Officers will be pivotal in restoring the Nairobi River Basin as part of a new government programme launching on October 1, President William… Read more »
Kenya: Java House Africa Hosts Art Exhibition, Competition for Children
Capital FM
Java House hosted an art exhibit and competition for children between 6 and 11 years as it marked its 25th anniversary. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Unpublished Africa's Creative Business Studio to Launch This Month
New Zimbabwe
UNPUBLISHED Africa, a creative hub that supports emerging African visual artists, will this September launch the third cohort of the Creative Business Studio, its flagship… Read more »
Nigeria: Reflecting On Exhibition in Honour of Nsikak Essien
Vanguard
The Nsikak Essien Foundation for Creative Arts has reflected on the recently concluded retrospective exhibition titled "The Infinity Project: A Retrospective Exhibition in Honour… Read more »
Ghana: Many Youths to Train Under a German-Sponsored 'Make Fashion Inclusive' Programme.
Accra Times
"This initiative is not just about creating jobs - it is about equipping you with skills that can transform your future. The hub will offer training in fashion, business… Read more »
South Africa: Call to Visit Heritage Sites to Honour Liberation Struggle Stalwarts
SAnews.gov.za
As the nation celebrates the 2024 Heritage Month in honour of liberation struggle stalwarts, government has encouraged South Africans to visit heritage sites, museums, galleries… Read more »
Nigeria: 'Colomentality' - How We Validate Cultural Experiences, By Uddin Ifeanyi [opinion]
Premium Times
Our chances of contributing positively to the global cultural gene pool is circumscribed each time we insist on expressing ourselves through tunnel-visioned prisms. Read more »
Namibia: 'Pause, Reflect and Explore'
Namibian
I am deeply thrilled to be here today to inaugurate this exciting month- Read more »
Namibia: 'Trap' Is a Bit of a Trap
Namibian
M Night Shyamalan's latest film 'Trap' (2024) is testament to his creativity and ability to come up with gripping concepts. Read more »
Nigeria: British Council Premieres Ralia's Secret, the Tragic Split
Vanguard
From the stable of Oza Media and Grand Redemption Pictures, come two insightful films from two visionary filmmakers, Faustina Okomayin and Samuel O. Olateru. Read more »
Nigeria: Akinpelu Set to Release Two Christian Drama Series
Vanguard
A United Kingdom-based Nigerian cleric, Reverend Wisdom Akinpelu has announced plans to release two Christian drama series in Nigeria by October 2024. Read more »
Nigeria: Cinematographer Ola Cardoso Relives 'Breath of Life' AMVCA Win, Career Strides
Premium Times
At the 2024 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA), Breath of Life won Best Movie, Best Director, Best Lead Actor, Best Supporting Actor and Best Supporting Actress awards. Read more »
Nigeria: Mohbad's Family Stops Concert for Late Singer
Vanguard
The family of the late Afropop star, IleriOluwa Aloba, otherwise called Mohbad, has urged the promoter of the 'Sing for Mohbad' concert, Pastor Larry Omodia, to desist from holding… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Seh Calaz's Highly Anticipated 'Noah' Album Launch Put On Ice Til 2025
New Zimbabwe
POPULAR Zimdancehall artist Seh Calaz's highly anticipated album launch has been postponed to 2025. Read more »
September 15
Africa: 'Dahomey' Film Invites Colonial Past to Speak Through Benin's Stolen Treasures
RFI
In her award-winning documentary Dahomey, director Mati Diop imagines the voice of royal treasures looted from West Africa by European colonisers and only recently sent back to… Read more »
Nigeria: BBNaija S9 - Lovebirds Ben, Chizoba Evicted
This Day
In the first individual eviction of the Big Brother Naija 'No Loose Guard' edition, Ben and Chizoba were sent home. Both had entered the house with their respective… Read more »
Nigeria: BBNaija 9 - 'Comedian' Ben, Girlfriend Chizoba Evicted From House
Leadership
Ben of the former BETA duo in the ongoing Season 9 Big Brother Naija reality TV show, has been evicted from the 'No Loose Guard' House on Sunday night. Read more »