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Zimbabwe: ‘Tunga’ Director At War With Actors Over Production Payments

[ad_1] Producer and director of the popular local television series, "Tunga" has responded to allegations levelled against him by his actors who claim that he is selfish and a liar. Some of the actors have said director Willard Magombeze, affectionately known as 'Slimaz', has not paid them for the past four years, did not treat them fairly, and, is working on another production with monies from "Tunga." In an interview with The Herald Arts, Slimaz said he was surprised with […]

todayFebruary 14, 2024

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Mauritius: Chinese New Year 2024 – Gala Show By Zhejiang Performing Arts Group From the People’s Republic of China

[ad_1] In the context of the Chinese New Year 2024, a Gala Show by the Zhejiang Performing Arts Group from the People's Republic of China was held, on Saturday 10 February 2024, at the J&J Auditorium, Phoenix. The event was organised by the Ministry of Arts and Cultural Heritage in collaboration with the Embassy of the People's Republic of China, the China Cultural Centre, and the Chinese Speaking Union. The Acting President of the Republic of Mauritius, Mr Marie Cyril […]

todayFebruary 13, 2024

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Rwanda: Prosper Nkomezi to Launch Two Gospel Albums After Four Years

[ad_1] Renowned gospel musician Prosper Nkomezi has announced that he will release two albums 'Nzakingura' (I Will Open) and 'Nyigisha' (Teach Me) in a single concert on May 12, marking his first major performance since 2019. Known for popular songs like 'Nzayivuga,' 'Humura,' and 'Nzayivuga among others, Nkomezi will add the two albums to his list from which he looks forward to cementing talent and spiritual devotion. ALSO READ: Nkomezi on his journey to gospel stardom Nkomezi told the New […]

todayFebruary 13, 2024

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Rwanda: New Festival to Position Kigali As a Global Cultural Hub

[ad_1] From February 16 — 25, more than 200 artistes from 25 nations will convene in Kigali for the inaugural edition of 'Kigali Triennial Festival', a celebration of African arts and culture that aims to position the Rwandan capital as a global cultural hub. The Kigali Triennial, which will take place every three years, is jointly organized by the Ministry of Youth and Arts in collaboration with the City of Kigali and the Rwanda Arts Initiative. Under the theme "Where […]

todayFebruary 13, 2024

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Angola: Carnival 2024 – Minister Recommends Preservation of Cultural Identity

[ad_1] Luanda — The Minister of Culture and Tourism, Filipe Zau, recommended to young people to preserve Angolan cultural identity without neglecting the component of modernity, taking into account globalization. According to the minister, this action can make the Carnival of Luanda attract the international community, which will be an asset to Angolan tourism. 'Every culture in itself has an attraction for tourism. Therefore, it is necessary to encourage these actions', said the government official who witnessed, this Sunday, the […]

todayFebruary 13, 2024

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Nigeria: A Walk Amongst Writers and Odia, a Living Legend, By Owei Lakemfa

[ad_1] I drove to Mamman Vatsa Writers Village, Mpape, Abuja. It is a huge sprawling estate of multiple storey buildings, many under construction. It is easy to get lost in this maze that is the home of the Association of Nigerian Authors, ANA. Somebody from the hilly top pointed at a building in what may well be a valley. Outside the huge theatre, I found nobody. I was confident there were people inside. But it was like a void. Finally, […]

todayFebruary 13, 2024

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Zimbabwe: Zimpraise Launches New Ensemble

[ad_1] Each time the multi-award-winning interdenominational choir ZimPraise drops its season series of music, the same questions resurface: What makes them tick? How does the group continue to be successful while it uses a new face on every album? A month before the choir released its new offering dubbed "ZimPraise Season 16" which is part of the 21 albums, they launched their new ensemble, and, business personalities have already endorsed and supported the group as they all agreed that good […]

todayFebruary 13, 2024

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Southern Africa: SADC Endorses Liberation Museum

[ad_1] The Museum of African Liberation is vital for Southern Africa as it recognises and honours the founders of the region for their contribution to the establishment of the organisation and pursuit of regional integration, SADC has said. SADC, impressed by the ongoing project, is set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the Institute of African Knowledge, which is spearheading the construction of the Museum. President Mnangagwa's special envoy, Ambassador Simbarashe Mumbengegwi, recently met the SADC secretariat in Botswana […]

todayFebruary 12, 2024

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Nigeria: Drama, Not Comedy, Is Nollywood’s Leading Film Genre – Report

[ad_1] The best-performing films were determined by a ₦50 million gross and above in the cinemas. Drama was named Nollywood's leading genre in 2023 for dominating 45.5 per cent of the top 44 Nollywood films released at the box office. According to a report by film insights publication In Nollywood's The Industry Journal, the best-performing films were determined by a ₦50 million gross and above in the cinemas. Other indices include a top ten rank for over a week and […]

todayFebruary 11, 2024

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