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Rwanda: Minister Umutoni Calls for Stronger Collaboration in African Cinema Industry

[ad_1] Rwandan Minister of State for Youth and Arts, Sandrine Umutoni, has emphasised on the need for greater collaboration in Africa's film industry. Umutoni was speaking at the the second edition of Africa Cinema Summit taking place in Accra, Ghana on Tuesday, October 8. The event aims at bridging the gap by promoting collaborations, innovation, and sustainable growth within the African cinema industry. ALSO READ: Key highlights that shaped Rwandan cinema Umutoni commended Africa's rich history of storytelling, noting how […]

todayOctober 9, 2024

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Ghana: President Urges Ghanaians to Preserve Rich Cultural Values

[ad_1] The President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has called on Ghanaians to hold fast to the rich cultural values of the country, while embracing modernity and development, since the country's strength is in its diverse cultural heritage. The President observed that the Ghanaian culture could not only be used to promote tourism which would provide revenue for the development of the country but also protect and preserve the cultural values for the benefit of the present and future generations. President […]

todayOctober 9, 2024

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Nigeria: Burna Boy – Speed Darlington Released On Bail After Five-Day Detention

[ad_1] In a contentious video, Speed Darlington allegedly mocked Burna Boy's association with American rapper Diddy, who the FBI arrested on multiple charges, including sexual exploitation. Outspoken Nigerian singer Darlington Okoye, more popularly known as Speed Darlington, has been released on bail. He was detained since Friday for allegedly defaming and cyberstalking his colleague, Burma Boy. In a contentious video, Speed Darlington allegedly mocked Burna Boy's association with American rapper Diddy, who the FBI arrested on multiple charges, including sexual […]

todayOctober 9, 2024

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Zimbabwe: Kadoma Is My Favourite Hunting Ground – Macheso

[ad_1] ALICK Macheso has hailed Kadoma fans for their loyalty and unwavering support. The sungura ace said this at the just-ended Kadoma Music Festival where he shared the stage with Tanzanian superstar Diamond Platnumz, Jah Prayzah, Winky D, Kurai Makore, Saintfloew, Cheso Boys, Chibadura Brothers, Gemma Griffiths, King Her among others. Macheso, whose act was only stopped by sound engineers around 5 am during the festival, said he wanted to perform for two more hours. "I have a soft spot […]

todayOctober 9, 2024

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Nigeria: ‘Release My Son, I’m Begging You’ – Speed Darlington’s Mother to Burna Boy

[ad_1] "I just got information that my son is missing. His gateman called my family and notified my family that there was a video he made and put on the internet about Burna Boy..." Controversial singer Speed Darlington's mother, who identified herself as Queen, has alleged that Burna Boy and his team were responsible for her son's disappearance. Reports indicate that Speed Darlington went missing on Sunday. Hours after Speed Darlington was declared missing on social media on Wednesday, Burna […]

todayOctober 9, 2024

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Nigeria: How Police Arrested, Detained Missing Singer Over Burna Boy’s Petition

[ad_1] A singer and social media influencer, Darlington Okoye well known as Speed Darlington is reportedly being detained by the police in Abuja, days after he was declared missing. This was revealed on Tuesday by a human rights activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, in a post on his X handle. A social media influencer, Constance Nwogu, had raised the alarm over the disappearance of Speed Darlington. Adeyanju said Speed Darlington, also known as Akpi, was apprehended in Lagos last Friday […]

todayOctober 9, 2024

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Zimbabwe: Jacaranda Music Festival Ends On High Note

[ad_1] Valerie Mpundu and Tanyaradzwa Tanyanyiwa The Eighth Edition of Stanbic Jacaranda Music Festival exploded beyond expectations as legions thronged Thorn Park Polo Club for an evening session of the music fiesta. Hordes of fans braved the chilly weather, sang and danced along to their favourite mixes from an array of disc jockeys and musicians who gave fine acts, leaving memories etched on the minds and hearts of many. On Saturday, songstress Feli Nandi drew fans to the dancefloor with […]

todayOctober 9, 2024

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Nigeria: Trash Art – Dutch Museum Finds ‘Beer Can’ Artwork in Bin

[ad_1] A Dutch museum has recovered one of its artworks that looks like two empty beer cans after a staff member accidentally threw it in the rubbish bin thinking it was trash. The work, entitled "All The Good Times We Spent Together" by French artist Alexandre Lavet, appears on first glance to be two discarded and dented beer tins. However, a closer look shows they are in fact meticulously hand-painted with acrylics and "required a lot of time and effort […]

todayOctober 9, 2024

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Africa Meets Harlem and Belongó Celebrates Hispanic Heritage

[ad_1] It was a busy Afropop Sunday in Harlem on October 6. Starting at 11AM at, Arturo O'Farrill and his consummate band, the Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra hosted a celebration of Hispanic Heritage in New York with an opening set, and a full afternoon of performances at the Robert Frederick Smith Center in Riverside State Park. The event was a rally and celebration of the coming Casa Belongó Music and Arts Center, a coming performance and learning facility for preserving all […]

todayOctober 8, 2024

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