Angola: Lunda Cokwe King Advocates a National Carnival Parade

[ad_1] Saurimo — The King of Lunda Cokwe, Mwatxissengue Wa Tembo also known as "Lukhassa João", on Thursday in the city of Saurimo, Lunda Sul Province defended the need for a national carnival parade to promote the habits and customs of the peoples that make up Angola. This parade should bring together the best carnival groups from each province and be held on a rotating basis, with priority given to the country's capital. Speaking to ANGOP as part of the […]

January 3, 2024

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Tunisian Nacer Khemir Wins Turkey’s Necip Fazil Kisakurek Awards

[ad_1] Tunis/Tunisia — Tunisian filmmaker and artist Nacer Khmir was granted Turkey's Necip Fazil Kisakurek Awards 2023 (international category). Ten more prizes were awarded to Turkish artists. The prize was handed over to the Tunisian artist by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan who chaired the ceremony on Sunday evening. The awards, bearing the name of the late Turkish writer and poet Necip Fazil kisakürek, are intended to preserve the cultural legaly of the Turkish writer. Nacer Khemir boasts a tremendous […]

January 3, 2024

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Zimbabwe: Freeman Clears Air On Alleged Association With Armed Robbers, Maintains Innocence

[ad_1] Zimdancehall musician Emegy Chizanga known as Freeman appeared before the CID homicide division Tuesday to clarify his association with a killed armed robber, his lawyer has said. Godfrey Machingura, a robber gunned down last month by police after being involved in a spate of robbery cases, appears to be hovering above Freeman even in death. Following Machingura's death last month, pictures of Freeman and the deceased widely circulated on social media with questions swirling over the two's relationship. Freeman's […]

January 3, 2024

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Zimbabwe: Winky D Faces Vicious Attacks From Zanu-PF Supporters Over Ghettocracy Score Performance

[ad_1] Ruling Zanu PF supporters are in overdrive, spewing vitriol against musician Winky D after he sampled a song over the weekend in which he delivered powerful social commentary. Born Wallace Chirimuko, Winky D, held a sold-out concert on New Year's Eve that celebrated his 20-year music milestone. In the aftermath of the highly subscribed concert, Winky D has become a subject of attack by Zanu PF supporters. Winky D sampled a letter which is an updated version of his […]

January 3, 2024

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Rwanda: Who Is Michael Tesfay, Ethiopian Techpreneur Engaged to Miss Rwanda 2020?

[ad_1] Miss Rwanda 2020 Naomie Nishimwe's engagement to Michael Tesfay has been making rounds of headlines since the lovebirds made it public on January 2. While Nishimwe is a familiar figure in the showbiz industry, not just because of her Miss Rwanda 2020 crown but also through the ever famous Mackenzies, details about her fiancé, Tesfay, remain relatively low-key. ALSO READ: Former Miss Rwanda winners congratulate Nishimwe on her engagement The New Times delves into the background and identity of […]

January 3, 2024

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Nigeria: Onitsha Ijele Festival – Sustain Cultural Heritage, Nwoye Urges Citizens

[ad_1] The Senator representing Anambra North in the Senate, Dr Tony Okechukwu Nwoye has urged the constituents to imbibe the cultural heritage to safeguard, promote and protect the diversity of the state. Senator Nwoye gave the advice at the first official outing of Ijele masquerade in Iyiawu Onitsha, held on 31st December 2023. The Senator was accompanied by His Lovely Wife, Mrs Ifeyinwa Nwoye, Hon Jude Umennaejiego and Hon Azuka Justice and they were hosted by Former Commissioner for Local […]

January 3, 2024

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Nigeria: Moment Davido, Chioma Stepped Out With Two Baby Strollers

[ad_1] Nigerian music star, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has shared a heartwarming video of himself and his lover, Chioma taking a walk with two baby strollers. Recall Davido and Chioma welcomed a set of twins together in October 2022. Video: Moment Davido, Chioma step out with two baby strollersCredit: X// Davido pic.twitter.com/qBxw6iz6JX-- Vanguard Newspapers (@vanguardngrnews) January 2, 2024 Confirming the news for the first time, the OBO crooner, while speaking at the United Masters Select Con event Saturday, […]

January 3, 2024

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Nigeria: Yul Edochie Tackles May Over Her 2023 Reflection Comment

[ad_1] 'If you had lost your life while undergoing breast enlargement surgery, which you didn't tell your husband about, what would people have said? Yul has killed that innocent woman, abi?" Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has revived his public dispute with his first wife, May Yul Edochie, over her 2023 reflection post. On 1 January, May, recollecting the highlights of the past year, said 2023 stole her flesh and blood, leaving her in the most devastating, miserable and confused state. […]

January 3, 2024

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South Africa: Cape Town’s Minstrels Kick Off Tweede Nuwe Jaar With a Bang As the Klopse Drum the Ghoema Beat

[ad_1] The alternative New Year celebrations date back to the mid-19th century when the Cape slaves were given a day off from their duties on 2 January. Tweede Nuwe Jaar (Second New Year) kicked off in Cape Town on Tuesday with thousands of minstrels showing off their glitzy outfits and songs. The ghoema beat drummed through the centre of Cape Town as the Klopse set off from the City Hall and made their way through the CBD to the Bo-Kaap. […]

January 3, 2024

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