Zimbabwe: Braai Fest Lives to Billing

[ad_1] IMBIBERS and foodies had a memorable weekend at this year's Castle Lager Braai Festival held at Old Hararians last Saturday in the capital. Known for attracting thousands of festival goers, this year's edition lived up to expectations as the turnout was impressive. Entertainment-wise, Winky D performed to perfection. Love or loathe him, the Ninja president is no doubt one of Zimbabwe's finest entertainers who delivers effortlessly on stage. He simply showed his class last weekend with a playlist of […]

October 21, 2024

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Africa: Afropop Worldwide – Now Hiring – Community Liaison Associate

[ad_1] Are you passionate about African and African diaspora music and culture? Do you thrive in the vibrant arts scene of New York City? Join Afropop Worldwide, the Peabody Award-winning leader in showcasing music and culture from Africa and the diaspora since 1988! We're looking for a dynamic, part-time Community Liaison Associate to be our cultural ambassador in NYC's exciting music community. In this role, you'll immerse yourself in the heartbeat of the city's musical landscape, build vital relationships, and […]

October 21, 2024

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South Africa: Mphela for 2024 Castle Lager Braai Festival

[ad_1] South African dancing sensation, Kamo Mphela, will perform at this year's Castle Lager Braai Festival scheduled for Old Hararians Sports Club on Saturday. She is billed to share the stage with Winky D, Saintfloew and Master H. Of interest is Mphela's inclusion in this year's line-up as one of the foreign acts set to provide variety. So, who is Mphela for the benefit of some curious festival goers? Born Kamogelo Matona, the internet sensation is a tried and tested […]

October 19, 2024

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Rwanda: Comedian Kibonge Opens Up On His Secret Battle With Childhood Illness

[ad_1] Emmanuel Mugisha, better known by his stage name Clapton Kibonge, is a multitalented comedian with a career spanning over a decade in the industry. The devoted husband and father of three has long battled a serious lung disease that instilled in him a profound fear of death. This struggle persisted until January 2024, when he underwent surgery that restored his hope for life. Kibonge concealed his illness from the public, worried that disclosing it would discourage those around him […]

October 19, 2024

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Nigeria: Coronation Group Emphasis Commitment to African Creativity

[ad_1] Coronation Group has emphasized its commitment to initiatives that promote the appreciation of Africa's rich arts heritage. Chief Marketing and Communications Officer of the company, Ngozi Akinleye, who made the assertion, noted that the recently concluded 2024 Coronation Art Gallery exhibition brought to light the synergy between art, wealth, and gender inclusivity. She stated: "We see art as more than just an aesthetic experience; it is an investment class, a cultural asset, and a reflection of societal values. Through […]

October 18, 2024

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Rwanda: Who Are Rwanda’s Top 5 Artists With Largest YouTube Community?

[ad_1] Gospel music sensation Israel Mbonyi has surpassed US-based secular-cum-gospel musician Meddy, and replaced him as Rwanda's first artiste with highest number of YouTube subscribers. Mbonyi's YouTube subscription hit 1.44 million, breaking Meddy's landmark record of 1.43 million subscribers. The 'Nina Siri' saw his music distribution significantly increasing at pace since he decided to sing in other languages, especially Kiswahili, expanding his ministry's reach to other East African countries including Tanzania. Top 5 ranked Rwandan musicians are increasingly building devoted […]

October 18, 2024

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Africa: Ibrahim Maalouf Embraces the World

[ad_1] Ibrahim Maalouf is shape-shifting Renaissance man. A master of the quarter-tone trumpet, a modified version of the instrument capable of playing Arabic scales (maqamat), Maalouf has performed and recorded classical music, jazz, experimental works, a collaboration with Angelique Kidjo, and other forays into pop music. This year, Maalouf has two new albums, Paris in Love, documenting an epic, sold-out concert held at the iconic Accor Arena in Paris, and also Trumpets of Michel Ange, an album honoring the memory […]

October 18, 2024

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Zimbabwe: Colonial White Boys in Zimbabwe – John Eppel’s Autobiography Is a Welcome Book, but a Difficult Read

[ad_1] Zimbabwean writer John Eppel's literary career has always been defined by one peculiar trait. He publishes fictional work, in stark contrast to the majority of the country's other white writers who have fetishised the autobiographical mode. During the post 2000s period, white Zimbabwean narratives of crisis which focused on the land reform programme gained an international following. Read more: Animal Farm has been translated into Shona - why a group of Zimbabwean writers undertook the task Zimbabwe's liberation struggle […]

October 18, 2024

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Ethiopia: Sumptuous Months of Gamo Married Women – Sophie Dubusha

[ad_1] Marriage in the rural areas of Ethiopia had its own unique style and approach across areas. Though there are some similarities in its basic necessities, the application is quite different. As per the cultures of the given nation, dancing, singing, serving delicious and excessive foods in the ceremonies is almost the same across cultures. After the marriage has been done before the masses, there is a special cultural setting portrayed in the Gamo zone. In Gamo culture, marriage can […]

October 18, 2024

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