Arts Council Boosts Local Culture With N$132 000
Namibian
The National Arts Council of Namibia (NACN) has awarded three creative projects N$132 066 through its first grant disbursement cycle of the year to strengthen the country's… Read more »
Chimamanda Adichie's Son Probe - Court Adjourns to Oct 8
Vanguard
The coroner's inquest into the death of 21-month-old Master Nkanu Adichie-Esege, son of renowned author Chimamanda Adichie and Dr. Ivara Esege, suffered a major setback, yesterday,… Read more »
Africa and Its Diverse Cultures! [editorial]
The Point
Africa, the cradle of human civilization, with a population of 1.2 billion, or 16% of the world's population, in 54 nations, is the most culturally diverse continent. It spreads… Read more »
Musician Yampano Arraigned, Faces Six Charges
New Times
Singer Florien Uworizagwira, popularly known as Yampano, appeared before Kicukiro primary court on June 2 for a bail hearing after being arraigned on six criminal charges,… Read more »
Police Hunt for Driver in Fatal Hit-and-Run That Killed Entertainer Master Parrot
Nile Post
Police have launched investigations into a fatal hit-and-run accident that claimed the life of popular entertainer David Sifayo, commonly known as Master Parrot. Read more »
Viral AI Satire Turns Ebola Policy Into Political Theatre in Kenya
Capital FM
A wave of AI-generated satire and heated political commentary is sweeping across Kenyan social media platforms following reports that the United States is weighing plans to manage… Read more »
Tyla Bags Two FIFA World Cup Opening Shows
Scrolla
The Grammy-winning singer will take the stage in Mexico on 11 June before South Africa plays the host country's team. Tyla will also sing in Los Angeles on 12 June alongside huge… Read more »
Coroner Adjourns Chimamanda's Son's Inquest Following Court Order
Vanguard
- The Coroner's Court sitting at the Igbosere Magistrates' Court, Lagos Island, on Wednesday adjourned further proceedings in the inquest into the death of 21-month-old Master… Read more »
'Eight Colours Blue' Opens At Bellhaus
Namibian
A new multidisciplinary exhibition opening in Windhoek this week will bring together eight artists who use the colour blue as a starting point to explore themes of memory,… Read more »
Mpigi Teenage Girl Defies Gender Stereotypes Through Metal Fabrication to Support Her Mother
Nile Post
At an age when many of her peers are still in school or searching for opportunities, 18-year-old Eriana Tendo has already carved out a place for herself in one of the toughest and… Read more »
Shakira Invites Uganda's Ghetto Kids to World Cup 2026 Final Halftime Show
New Times
Popular Ugandan dance group Ghetto Kids are set to share the stage with Colombian pop superstar Shakira during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final in New Jersey on July 19. Read more »
Tiwa Savage Faces Backlash Over Comments On Oyo School Kidnapping
Leadership
Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage has come under fire on social media over her video on X linked to the recent kidnappings involving school children and teachers in Oyo State. Read more »
Jigawa Residents Seek Total Ban On Betting Activities
Leadership
Residents of Dutse in Jigawa State have called for a total ban on betting activities, citing rising financial losses, youth involvement in crime, and worsening social problems… Read more »
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 »
Uganda Baati Launches Safal Eye in the Wild Photography Competition 2026
Independent (Kampala)
Uganda Baati Limited, a member of the Safal Group through its foundation arm, Safal Uganda Baati Foundation, has officially launched the 2026 edition of Safal Eye in the Wild… Read more »
