Rwanda: Mbonyi Takes Regional Music Tour to Tanzania

[ad_1] Rwanda's gospel star Israel Mbonyi is not planning to rest anytime soon this year as he already set Tanzania as his next stop for his East African music tour. This comes weeks after the 'Nina Siri' hit maker put up big shows both in Kenya and Uganda that attracted tens of thousands of worshipers including top government officials and celebrities. ALSO READ: Israel Mbonyi lights up Brussels This time around, the artiste has confirmed two major concerts in East […]

October 16, 2024 2

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Rwanda: Mucyo Wakera Back to Spotlight With Culture-Inspired Track ‘Nzaza’

[ad_1] After a hiatus that spanned almost a year, rising artiste Willy Pascal Mucyo Murekaze, popularly known as WaKera, has finally returned to the game with a new song 'Nzaza'. This comes after the singer, who doubles as a video producer at The New Times, started producing Afro Gakondo, a fusion of Gakondo sounds, largely made up with traditional instruments, with a modern touch of Afrobeats. ALSO READ: 'Never give up': Mucyo Wakera's journey to a bold Afro Fusion singer […]

October 16, 2024 2

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Nigeria: At ‘It Is Possible’ Book Launch, Osinbajo Advocates Collective Action for Change in Nigeria

[ad_1] Mr Osinbajo, the keynote speaker at the book launch, made the call for collective action among Nigerians as the nation grapples with one of the most devastating economic crises in its history. 1. The author of It is Possible: Influencing Change in Nigeria, Udo Jude Ilo 2. Unveiling of the Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has urged citizens to believe in Nigeria's potential for transformative change. He made the call during the launch of the book, "It is Possible: […]

October 16, 2024 1

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Zimbabwe: Artist Paints a Beautiful Story

[ad_1] Harare — based visual artist, Shalom Kufakwatenzi, might not turn heads on the streets, but her art collections have caught the eye of the world. Born a natural artist, Kufakwatenzi is one of the phenomenal creatives whose works are doing well in overseas galleries. The modest and yet creative genius of her own generation, uses wool, fishing and tobacco twine, hessian stuff and leather to create impressive art collections. Her creativity came under the spotlight recently after her first-ever […]

October 16, 2024 1

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Nigeria: Actress Lola Idije Clears Air On Claim That Omoborty Snatched Her Daughter’s Boyfriend

[ad_1] Omoborty tied the knot with her US-based lover, Adeniyi Olabiyi, in the presence of friends and well-wishers in July. Actress Toyin 'Lola Idije' Afolayan has addressed the allegation that her colleague, Biodun 'Omoborty' Okeowo, snatched her husband from her daughter. In July, PREMIUM TIMES reported that Omoborty tied the knot with her US-based lover, Adeniyi Olabiyi, in the presence of friends and well-wishers. Since the mother-of-two known for maintaining a low profile tied the knot over two months ago, […]

October 15, 2024 2

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Nigeria: Adesua, Banky W Set to Welcome Second Child

[ad_1] Banky W and Adesua welcomed the birth of their first child, Zaiah, in 2021 after a four-year wait. Actress Adesua Etomi and her husband, R&B singer Olubankole Wellington, known as Banky W, are expecting their second child, sparking joyous celebrations among fans and well-wishers. The 36-year-old actress shared the news in an Instagram post on Monday, accompanied by photos from her maternity photoshoot. Adesua's caption, adorned with love emojis, beautifully conveyed the couple's journey from their initial union to […]

October 15, 2024 1

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Zimbabwe: European Film Festival Lights Up Mbare Art Space

[ad_1] The European Film Festival, held at Mbare Art Space, is making waves as a unique platform for cultural exchange, blending European, African, and local Zimbabwean films. According to Alex Gwaze, one of the coordinators and curator of the Input Conference, the festival is about more than just showcasing films--it's about building connections across continents and cultures. "We're trying to create massive connections, not just between Europe and Zimbabwe, but Europe and Africa," Gwaze said. He highlighted that while the […]

October 15, 2024 2

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North Africa: Egypt’s Museum in Tahrir Hosts New Exhibition Featuring Wooden Panels From Mastaba of Hesy-Ra

[ad_1] Under the auspices of Sherif Fathy, the Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir hosted the inauguration of a new exhibition featuring the wooden panels from the Mastaba of Hesy-Ra on Sunday evening 13/10/2024. This collection is considered one of the most significant wooden artifacts from ancient Egypt, following extensive study and restoration efforts conducted in collaboration with the French Institute of Oriental Archaeology in Cairo. The exhibition was officially opened by Dr. Mohamed Ismail Khaled, […]

October 15, 2024 1

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Nigeria: Ubulu-Uku Iwu Festival – Obi, Onishe Rejoices Over Cultural Preservation

[ad_1] The Obi of Ubulu-Uku Kingdom, Obi Chukwuka Noah Akaeze, and the Onishe, Chief James Onwordi have commended the people of Ubulu-Uku for preserving their ancient culture. During the 2024 Ubulu-Uku Iwu Festival, the Obi and Onishe expressed gratitude for the community's dedication to cultural preservation. "The festival, which ended on Saturday, September 2024, showcased the kingdom's rich cultural heritage, attracting spectators from neighboring towns, villages, and investors" The Onishe of Ubulu-Uku kingdom Chief James Onwordi led hundreds in celebrating […]

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