April 19
Zimbabwe: Another Packed Entertainment Weekend
The Herald
It's another packed weekend and already promoters and artistes have released posters and flyers for various events lined up. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Musicians Urged to Know Copyright Laws
The Herald
A panel of musicians, industry experts and intellectual property professionals met in the capital recently to discuss protection of music copyright. Read more »
April 18
South Africa: Ndebele Artist Esther Mahlangu Honored with Math Doctorate - South African News Briefs - April 18, 2024
allAfrica
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Zimbabwe: National Independence Celebrations, a Multiplier of Opportunities
The Herald
When President Mnangagwa, pronounced himself on the need to rotate the independence celebrations across the provinces, many never saw the vision that he had. Read more »
Nigeria: Boat Tragedy - Wake-Up Call for Safety, Accountability in Nollywood
Daily Trust
A Nollywood crew including the actor, Junior Pope Odonwodo and a make-up artiste, died last week in a terrible, terrible accident when their boat capsized on the way to a film… Read more »
Nigeria: Jnr Pope - Between Common Sense, Spiritualism and Medicine
Premium Times
After the mortician discovered that Jnr Pope was still alive, the instinctive reaction was to take him to a shrine rather than a hospital, showcasing a bewildering reliance on… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Rising From Thicket, the Story of a Fine Artist
The Herald
A rising fine artist in Harare, David Toppa (32) has turned his hobby into a source of inspiration for many people who now view him as a role model. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Dynamos, Highlanders in Independence Final Showdown
The Herald
For the Murambinda folk, Independence Day has never been this sweet. Read more »
April 17
Rwanda: Miss Jolly Mutesi to Speak At Oxford Africa Conference 2024
New Times
Miss Rwanda 2016 Jolly Mutesi has been named among the key speakers of this year's Oxford Africa Conference slated for May 24-25, at Rhodes House, Oxford, UK. Read more »
South Africa: Social Media for Sex Education - South African Teens Explain How It Would Help Them [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Most teenagers dread talking about sex with their parents. Their parents feel the same way. In some societies it's considered taboo to even broach the subject. And, even where… Read more »
Nigeria: 'Forgive Me If You Have Videos of Me Spraying Money' - Portable to EFCC
Premium Times
"I use my money to build love. I used my money to build relationships. Did I spray money at the club? I was spraying money in the area where they need me". Read more »
Zimbabwe: Remembering Daiton Somanje
The Herald
On the morning of April 8, 2015, music fans woke up to the devastating news of the death of one of Zimbabwe's finest sungura musicians, Daiton Somanje. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zim Designer to Showcase At Us Fashion Week
The Herald
Local fashion designer and visual artist Moline Katiyo-Mayhew has been selected to showcase at Austin Fashion Week in the US running from tomorrow until April 20. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Stage Set for Uhuru Celebrations
The Herald
The stage is set for Zimbabwe's 44th Independence Day celebrations to be held in Murambinda, Manicaland, tomorrow, following the completion of all construction works, the… Read more »
April 16
West Africa: West Africa's Fashion Designers Are World Leaders When It Comes to Producing Sustainable Clothes [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Every few weeks global fast fashion brands mass produce their latest clothing, pumping out garments to be sold around the world. There is growing criticism that it's socially… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Mai Titi's Daughter Fifi's Ex in Court for Leaking Nudes, Granted U.S.$50 Bail
New Zimbabwe
Felisha 'Fifi' Muzeya's ex-boyfriend Amir Mhaka (19) has been taken to court charged with transmission of intimate images without the owner's consent. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Chivayo Rewards Ras Caleb With a Toyota Aqua for ZiG Track As Kapfupi Begs for Any Car
New Zimbabwe
FORGOTTEN reggae artist Ras Caleb has reaped rewards for showering praise on the ruling party, Zanu PF. Read more »
April 15
South Africa: Heavy Rains and Winds Batter KwaZulu-Natal South Coast - South African News Briefs - April 15, 2024
allAfrica
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Congo-Kinshasa: Beyond Images of War - Sammy Baloji's Work Captures DR Congo's Vibrant Arts and Culture, Challenging Western Views [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is all too often associated with violent conflict, at the expense of its positive aspects. Reports on this huge country, the second largest… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Attempts Breaking Two Guinness World Records Simultaneously
Premium Times
The Nigerian hopeful says expertise garnered at the Guinness World Records event scheduled for October would help Nigerian entrepreneurs thrive in their businesses. Read more »
Nigeria: After Bobrisky, More Celebrities to Face Trial for Naira Abuse - EFCC
Premium Times
Days after securing the conviction of Bobrisky, EFCC says some celebrities have been invited for investigations for naira abuse, and made useful statements. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Musician Hosiah Chipanga Protests Over His Exclusion From Performers At Zimbabwe's 44th Lndependence Day Gala
New Zimbabwe
YESTER-year music progeny, Hosiah Chipanga has come out guns blazing in protest over his snubbing from the line-up of performers at the upcoming Independence Day gala to be held in… Read more »
April 14
South Africa: Tutu Puoane - the South African Singer On Creating Her New Album Out of Lebo Mashile's Poetry [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
From her base in Belgium, proudly South African singer, artist and actor Tutu Puoane has carved an international career predicated on consistency and mastery. Her new album,… Read more »
Ghana: Isshaq Ismail - A Journey to Artistic Brilliance, Selling Works for Over £100k
Accra Times
Isshaq Ismail, a Ghanaian artist, blends traditional aesthetics with modern sensibilities. His journey from humble beginnings to international acclaim showcases resilience,… Read more »
Nigeria: The Etiquette of Mourning
Vanguard
I apologise in advance if what I am about to say comes across as a scolding from a school principal to unruly teenagers. Read more »