Zimbabwe to Mark National Culture Month in May 2025
Zimbabwe will observe National Culture Month from May 1 to May 31, 2025, under the theme “Celebrating Indigenous Voices,” following Cabinet approval of this year’s programme. The Minister of Information,…
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24,000 Attend Cape Town International Jazz Festival, Africa’s Largest Music Event
The Cape Town International Jazz Festival 2025, recognized as the largest music event on the African continent, attracted approximately 24,000…
Ramadan in the Comoros: Island Traditions of Faith and Community
In the Comoros, an island nation where Islamic tradition intertwines with Bantu heritage, the holy month of Ramadan is met…
Netherlands to Return 119 Looted Benin Bronzes to Nigeria
The Netherlands has pledged to repatriate 119 Benin Bronzes to Nigeria, marking a major step in addressing colonial-era cultural restitution.…
UNESCO’s Recognition of Xeer Ciise Strengthens Regional Cooperation, Says Ethiopian VP
Ethiopia’s Vice President, Adem Farah, has praised UNESCO’s recent decision to include Xeer Ciise, the Somali-Issa customary law, in its…
Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum: From Polo Grounds to Celebrated National Shrine
Kwame Nkrumah, a towering figure in African history, led Ghana to independence and championed Pan-African unity. In this interview with…
South African Dance Visionary Dada Masilo Dies at 39, Leaving Behind a Groundbreaking Legacy
The global dance community is mourning the untimely passing of South African dancer and choreographer Dada Masilo, who died at…
Ghana Supreme Court Upholds Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill, Future Uncertain
Ghana's Supreme Court has rejected two legal challenges aimed at blocking the controversial Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, which…
Bamako Renames Streets to Celebrate Malian Heritage and Identity
Streets, squares, and public buildings in Mali’s capital have been renamed to honor national and historical figures, marking a significant…
Ivorian Chef Sets New Guinness World Record with Five-Day Cooking Marathon
Africa’s rich culinary heritage has reached new heights as Ivorian chef Zeinab Bancé achieved a remarkable feat by breaking the…
Museum of the Bamoun Kings: ancient treasures from Cameroon find a spectacular new home
One of the most significant African museum openings of 2024 was the Musée des Rois Bamoun, or Museum of the…
6 best African sci-fi and fantasy books to read this holiday
Science fiction (sci-fi), fantasy, horror and other forms of speculative fiction are breathing new life into African writing. International awards,…
Kenya Clarifies $3.8M Grammy Deal: Aims for Africa Academy, Not Hosting Ceremony
Kenyan officials have firmly denied allegations that the country plans to host the Grammy Awards following public backlash to President…
