Ethiopia: Local Efforts in Yeha Intact Cultural Heritages

[ad_1] Owing to the great commitment of the local population of Yeha, the cultural heritage site was not destroyed and the magazines remained untouched during the armed conflict, Germany's Embassy in Addis Ababa said. In a press release sent to The Ethiopian Herald, the Embassy noted that a small team from the German Archaeological Institute was able to return to their archaeological research sites in the Tigray State in October 2023, after more than three years of disruptions. The work […]

January 16, 2024

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South Africa: The Daily Show With Travor Noah Wins Emmy Award For Outstanding Talk Series

[ad_1] Johannesburg — The Daily Show, hosted by South African Trevor Noah, has won an Emmy Award for Best Variety Talk Show, reports News24. It is the first win for The Daily Show, which has been nominated 17 times since 2016. "We did it, I told you we would beat John Oliver if he wasn't in our category. We got rid of him," Noah joked. The win snaps John Oliver's winning streak for The Week Tonight With John Oliver, which […]

January 16, 2024

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Angola: Short Film Festival Pays Tribute to Director Abel Couto

[ad_1] Luanda — Filmmaker and director Abel Couto will be honored at the 5th edition of the Kianda International Short Film Festival (FESC-KIANDA), taking place from 18 to 26 of this month in Luanda. The director of FESC-KIANDA, Vânio de Almeida, said in a press conference that 36 short films will be screened at event, portraying various subjects of the country's reality. According to the official, the tribute is due to his trajectory in favor of the seventh art and […]

January 12, 2024

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Nigeria: 2024 Golden Globes – Who Is Ayo Edebiri?

[ad_1] Ayo Edebiri was a hidden treasure waiting to be found. Ayo Edebiri was a hidden treasure waiting to be found. The Nigerian-born American actress had been on screen for over a decade, but her real magic was a secret, especially in her home country (Nigeria). But everything changed on 7 January. At the Golden Globe Awards, Edebiri won Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series, Musical, or Comedy. It was like fireworks, making her an international star […]

January 12, 2024

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Nigeria: Tiwa Savage Makes Nollywood Debut in ‘Water and Garri’

[ad_1] 'Water and Garri' is not only a cinematic venture for Tiwa Savage but also marks her first foray into acting. Away from her online spat with Davido, Nigerian music star Tiwa Savage is set to make her acting debut in the upcoming film, 'Water And Garri'. The 43-year-old singer shared the exciting news with her followers on Instagram Wednesday. The film, named after her second Extended Play of the same title, 'Water and Garri', is scheduled for release on […]

January 12, 2024

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Rwandan Actor Ncuti Gatwa Named Among Top 100 Influential Africans

[ad_1] Ncuti Gatwa has been named by The African Magazine among its annual listing of the 100 Most Influential Africans of 2023. The list celebrates the achievements and contributions of Africans from various fields and sectors, who have made a positive impact on the continent and the world. ALSO READ: Ncuti Gatwa ranks number one on Radio Times' greatest TV stars of 2022 The list features six categories of public office, business, science and academia, creatives, environmental, media and sports. […]

January 12, 2024

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Rwanda: Yvonne Kabarokore to Represent Rwanda at Miss Planet International

[ad_1] Yvonne Kabarokore, popularly known on social media as Ivy, is set to represent Rwanda at the fourth edition of Miss Planet International Pageant to take place in Cambodia this year. The beauty queen, who is currently doing Theater Directing at the New International Performing Arts Institute of Berlin, Germany, confirmed the development to The New Times on Tuesday, January 9, saying that she was approached by the casting team in 2023 and accepted the offer of representing her home […]

January 12, 2024

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Tanzania Shines At Pacesetters Awards – Local Firms and Leaders Earn Continental Recognition

[ad_1] In a glittering ceremony held in Dar es Salaam recently, Tanzania's entrepreneurial spirit and leadership took center stage as several Tanzanian firms and individuals were recognized at the prestigious Pacesetters Awards Continental Chapter. The awards, organized by Jubilant Stewards of Africa, celebrate innovation, impact, and exemplary leadership across Africa's SME and mid-sized institutions. Among the Tanzanian winners were Inter-Consult Limited, lauded for its excellence in the construction and engineering sector, and Ena Coach, whose outstanding performance in both transport […]

January 11, 2024

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Namibia: Fashion Designer’s Creativity Lives On

[ad_1] Relatives, friends and clients say Rehoboth's late well-known fashion designer, Sean Renaldo Cloete's talent will always be remembered. Cloete (40), who died on 4 January at St Mary's Hospital at Rehoboth, had "energy, kindness and talent", they say. Cloete made waves in the fashion industry internationally, having made it to the London Fashion week. Cloete also participated in various fashion shows and workshops with local and international designers, like Sathal from France, at the Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre. He also […]

January 11, 2024

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