May 07
South Africa: Power Utility Eskom Sues Johannesburg for Unpaid Electricity Debt - South African News Briefs - May 7, 2024
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Nigeria: 'New Masquerade' Star Ovularia Is Dead
Premium Times
The actress was the onscreen wife of Chief Zebrudaya Okoroigwe Nwogbo alias 4.30 in the rested 1980s sitcom, The Masquerade. Read more »
Nigeria: Meet Kanayo Kanayo's First Son Making Nollywood Debut
Premium Times
The Babcock University Information Communication Technology (ICT) graduate is the actor's first son and second child. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigerian Idol - Search for Next Music Superstar Continues With 'Theatre Week'
Premium Times
The show's ninth season has proven to be more challenging, as the best of the best have shown up Read more »
Rwanda: Can Rwanda Turn the Tide On Music Royalties?
New Times
The global recorded music market was worth $28.6 billion in 2023, a 10.2 per cent growth year-on-year. Despite Africa registering the fastest growth at 24.7 per cent, it still… Read more »
Nigeria: Bleaching My Skin Was the Dumbest Thing I've Ever Done, Admits Toke Makinwa
Fame Frenzy
Nigerian radio personality Toke Makinwa confessed to sorts earlier this week when responding to a fan's question on X. Read more »
South Africa: Nailed it! Tyla's Met Gala Look is a Visually Stunning Work of Art
Fame Frenzy
Just when you thought Water singer Tyla had taken all her tricks out of her bag, she shocked us with another one. Read more »
May 06
South Africa: Tributes Pour In for South African Actor Mpho Sebeng After Tragic Car Crash
allAfrica
South African actor Mpho Sebeng tragically passed away in a car accident on Sunday morning in Potchefstroom. The news was confirmed by his family in a statement later that evening. Read more »
South Africa: Late Tembisa Hospital CEO Paid Millions While Suspended - South African News Briefs - May 6, 2024
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Uganda: Over 200 Acts to Perform At Vumbula Festival
Observer
At least 200 acts are slated to perform at this year's Vumbula Uganda festival, which will take place at Nile Nest Resort, Jinja from May 31 to June 3. Read more »
Ghana: How Ras Nene Is Helping Shape Kumawood
Accra Times
The conversations on whether Dr Likee is funny or not are as divisive as could be, but I guess he wouldn't mind a tad bit with the numerous endorsement deals and commercials that… Read more »
Nigeria: Adekunle Gold, Samklef Clash Over Simi
Leadership
A social media storm has erupted as Nigerian music producer Samklef took to X (formerly known as Twitter), to express his sentiments about singer Simi, sparking a heated exchange… Read more »
Nigeria: Burna Boy Is Big but Wizkid Is the Greatest of All Artists - Terry G
Daily Trust
Nigerian music star, Gabriel Oche Amanyi, fondly known as Terry G, has reiterated his statement that Burna Boy is currently the biggest Nigerian artiste. Read more »
Nigeria: Comedian Ali Baba, Wife Dedicate Their Triplets in Lagos (Photos)
Premium Times
Ali Baba announced the birth of the triplets on 1 April. Read more »
Kenya: From Nairobi to Atlanta - Kenyan Fashion House Vivo Set to Open Store in the U.S.
Capital FM
Vivo Fashion Group, a leading retail fashion enterprise in Kenya, is poised to make its mark in the United States this May with the opening of its inaugural store. This milestone,… Read more »
Africa: African Stars Come Out to Play at Bridgerton S3 Premiere
Fame Frenzy
Johannesburg was a hive of activity this past weekend as celebrities from across the continent gathered for the premiere of Netflix period drama Bridgerton season 3. Read more »
South Africa: Mpho Sebeng's Sudden Death Leaves Industry in Shock
Fame Frenzy
Condolences have poured in on social media after it was confirmed that South African actor Mpho Sebeng, 30, died in a vehicle crash on Sunday. Read more »
Africa: Afropop Top Videos - Amadou & Mariam, Mdou Moctar, Noise Cans, Malika Zarra, Meridian Brothers and More...
Afropop
It's been a busy year, and we've fallen a bit behind in posting the most awesome new Afropop videos we've come across. So today we have nine new offerings for you. We start with… Read more »
May 05
Nigeria: Prince Harry, Meghan Accept Invitation to Visit Nigeria
Vanguard
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, have agreed to visit Nigeria on the invitation of the country's Chief of Defense Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa. Read more »
Nigeria: 'How Is This Okay?' Yemi Alade Kicks Against House Demolition in Lagos
Vanguard
Popular singer Yemi Alade has spoken out against the Lagos State Government following the recent demolition of several houses in Maryland. Read more »
May 03
Nigeria: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Set to Break Srict Royal Protocol with Nigeria Visit
Fame Frenzy
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to visit Nigeria this month to celebrate the Invictus Games' 10th anniversary. Read more »
Nigeria: U.S.-Nigerian Singer Shaboozey Topples Beyonce from Billboard's Country Charts
Fame Frenzy
Shaboozey is currently on a roll. The 28-year-old singer has been riding this week's Hot Country Songs chart with his hit A Bar Song (Tipsy) and toppled Queen… Read more »
South Africa: South African Singing Sensation Tyla Reacts to Controversy on her Ethnicity
Fame Frenzy
She may only be 22, but Johannesburg-born Tyla Laura Seethal has the world at her feet. Read more »
South Africa: Cassper Nyovest on his Decision to Finally Settle Down with Childhood Sweetheart
Fame Frenzy
Rapper Cassper Nyovest has had quite an interesting start to 2024. Read more »
May 02
Zimbabwe: Macheso Postpones Album Launch
The Herald
Sungura maestro Alick Macheso and Orchestra Mberikwazvo has postponed his album launch to August 2 from June 7. Read more »