May 14
Ghana: Andy Dosty to Host 'Live Konnect' Concert
Accra Times
The "Live Konnect" concert is a platform that brings celebrities together to perform with a live band, providing thrilling entertainment for music lovers, every month. Read more »
May 13
Ghana: Stevie Wonder and Family Arrive in Ghana, Receives Ghanaian Citizenship
Accra Times
The legendary singer revealed in an interview with Oprah Winfrey in 2021 that he wants to relocate to Ghana permanently. Read more »
Nigeria: Giants of AfricaPartners Prince Harry & Meghan to Build Basketball Court in Abuja
This Day
Giants of Africa, the non-profit organisation co-founded by Toronto Raptors Vice-chairman and President, Masai Ujiri, returned to Lagos, Nigeria to host a youth basketball clinic… Read more »
Nigeria: Stop Discriminating, Punishing Us - Single Ladies to Lagos Landlords
Premium Times
"I went to several houses but was rejected because I'm a single mother. Some of the reasons they gave were just insane, and I couldn't understand them as they were flimsy excuses". Read more »
Zimbabwe: Mai TT Throws Support Behind Zanu-PF, Defends Her Decision Amid Controversy
263Chat
An image of controversial socialite Felistas Murata, widely known as Mai TT, kneeling before President Emmerson Mnangagwa has ignited a flurry of reactions and discussions. Read more »
Rwanda: Belgian Film Director Retells Killing of Three Children in Genocide Against Tutsi
New Times
In his latest documentary film, Belgian director Bernard Bellefroid tells the story of three children killed during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. Read more »
Rwanda: How a Sculptor Is Taking Charge in Preserving the Environment
New Times
Inspired by the rich cultural heritage of his homeland, Claude Nizeyimana, a 25-year-old sculptor, last year initiated a project 'Ingoma100,' with an aim of intertwining the realms… Read more »
Ghana: Ghana's Democracy Safe So Long As It Corresponds With Our Traditions - Asantehene
Accra Times
Otumfuo was speaking at the banquet organised by Manhyia Palace as part of his silver jubilee celebrations Read more »
Kenya: Top 5 Affordable Restaurants in Nairobi CBD
Capital FM
Times are tough, and we're all looking to tighten our belts when it comes to spending. Nairobi CBD which is mostly know for its chaos and traffic, is actually one place that you… Read more »
Nigeria: Introducing Code, Afrobeats Rising Star That Crafted 'Afrotronic' Genre
Vanguard
In the pulsating heart of Lagos State, amid the neon-lit streets and thumping beats, emerges a luminary of the electrifying music scene known as Code. Read more »
May 12
Senegal: Senegal Buys Back Library of Poet-President Léopold Senghor From France
RFI
More than 300 books collected by the first president of independent Senegal, Léopold Sédar Senghor, will be transferred to Dakar after the Senegalese government… Read more »
May 10
Nigeria: Davido Hints At Quitting Music After Next Album
Daily Trust
Nigerian Afrobeat singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has hinted at quitting music. Read more »
Nigeria: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Jet Off to Nigeria
Fame Frenzy
Nearly four years after stepping away as senior working royals, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to land in Nigeria later today (Friday) for a three-day visit. Read more »
South Africa: Ster-Kinekor Takes the Nostalgia Route, Introduces R50 Movie Tickets
Fame Frenzy
About three weeks ago, Ster-Kinekor announced it would be retrenching more than 200 employees due to "operational issues." Read more »
May 09
Botswana: African Sci-Fi - Body Hopping, Artificial Wombs and Angry Ghosts in a Future Botswana [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Tlotlo Tsamaase has already proved her talent for African science fiction. Her masterly short stories, one previously shortlisted for the Caine Prize, are helping put Botswana on… Read more »
Nigeria: Felabration 2024 - Organisers Announce Start Date, Unveil Theme
Premium Times
Conceived by Yeni Kuti in 1998, this celebration of Fela's life and music has been held annually, except in 1999. Read more »
South Africa: Thebe Magugu's Folklorics Collection Featured in Met Exhibition
Fame Frenzy
South Africa's darling of fashion Thebe Magugu must have been shouting from the rooftops after his collection was chosen, among others, to be exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum… Read more »
South Africa: Mihlali Gets Cooked by Rihanna's U.S. Fans After Sharing "Airbrushed" Photo
Fame Frenzy
Beauty influencer Mihlali Ndamase rubbed shoulders with the who's who of Hollywood last week when she attended Rihanna's Fenty Beauty Soft Lit Glow event in Los Angeles. Read more »
South Africa: Fund to Invest in SA's Creative, Cultural Industries Announced
SAnews.gov.za
The Marketing, Advertising, and Communications (MAC) Sector Council, in collaboration with eQvest Limited, has announced the Media, Advertising, and Communications Charter (MACC)… Read more »
May 08
Africa: Fossilised Circles in the Sand On South Africa's Coast May Be Artwork By Our Early Ancestors [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
If you have walked on a dune surface after windy conditions have settled, you may have been privileged to recognise one of Nature's wonders: scratch circles. These are structures… Read more »
Ghana: A Country Called Ghana - See Full List of Cast and Crew
Accra Times
The much anticipated Kumawood drama, "A Country Called Ghana," is set to premiere on Friday, May 17, 2024, at the National Theatre in Accra. Read more »
South Africa: "Landlord Tried to Extort Me" - SA's Phat Joe on Eviction Claims from Luxury Sea Point Apartment
Fame Frenzy
Media personality Phat Joe and his family were reportedly handed an order by the Western Cape High Court to be evicted from a luxury Sea Point apartment by 31 May and "should they… Read more »
Nigeria: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Warned Not to "Make the Same Mistake" Ahead of Nigeria Trip
Fame Frenzy
The Duke of Sussex has arrived in the UK, much to the disdain of staunch royalists. He even got the opportunity to join the IGF Conversation: 'Realising A Global… Read more »
South Africa: Olivier Rousteing Cuts Tyla's Met Gala Dress and the Fashion World Goes Silent
Fame Frenzy
French fashion designer Olivier Rousteing has become synonymous with his dramatic flair and outrageous designs. Read more »
Rwanda: Country Records Bids Farewell to Prince Kiiiz, Claims Afrogako
New Times
Country Records has bid farewell to producer Prince Kiiiz, who recently concluded a one-year contract with the studio. Read more »