Legendary Music Producer Quincy Jones Passes Away at 91
Quincy Jones, the celebrated US musician and producer who worked with Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles and many others, has died at the age...
Category : ARTS & CULTURE
Nyege Nyege Festival 2024: Jinja’s Premier Music Festival Gears Up for an Epic Event
The Nyege Nyege Festival, one of Africa’s most exciting music and arts festivals, is set to return to Jinja, Uganda, in 2024, promising an unforgettable...
Tiwa Savage Shines at Moncler Fashion Week: A Fusion of African and High Fashion
Nigerian music icon Tiwa Savage recently captivated audiences at Moncler’s Fashion Week showcase in London. Known as one of Africa’s most influential artists, Tiwa has...
Indians in Uganda Urged to Promote Hindi Language and Culture
Indian High Commissioner to Uganda Mr Upender Singh Rawat noted that Hindi was declared India’s national language in 1949. in a call to action, community...
Nigeria at 64: A Journey of Resilience, Growth, and Unfulfilled Potential
October 1, 2024, marks 64 years since Nigeria gained independence from British colonial rule. It is a day of reflection and celebration, but also one...
12 Actors Controversially Recast in Films: From Johnny Depp to Rachel Weisz, ‘I Am Devastated and Furious’
The world of Hollywood is no stranger to controversial recastings, where actors are suddenly replaced in highly anticipated films, often leading to fan outrage, personal...
Sudan’s Cultural Heritage Faces Unprecedented Threat Amid Ongoing Conflict
In the midst of Sudan’s escalating civil war, the country’s rich cultural and historical legacy is facing what experts call an “unprecedented” threat. Armed militias...
A Tipping Point: Chappell Roan and Other Stars Confront Toxic Fan Culture
In just eight months, Chappell Roan has gone from being a relative unknown to suddenly topping charts as one of the biggest new pop stars...
Katy Perry’s Comeback Hits Sour Notes: What Went Wrong?
In the world of pop music, few stars have experienced the meteoric rise and cultural impact of Katy Perry. From her breakout hit I Kissed...
Tito Jackson, Founding Member of the Jackson 5 and Brother of Michael Jackson, Dies at 70
Tito Jackson, the guitarist and founding member of the Jackson 5, passed away at the age of 70. His children shared the heartbreaking news on...
Africa’s Tourism Boom: Unlocking the Continent’s Untapped Potential
Africa long celebrated for its diverse cultures, majestic landscapes, and rich history, is experiencing a tourism renaissance. Today, the continent stands as one of the...
African Leaders Gather for Interfaith Peace Summit in Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — Today, September 8, 2024, Addis Ababa is the focal point of a groundbreaking event as African leaders and religious figures converge...
African Fashion on the Global Stage: Breaking Boundaries
African fashion is rapidly gaining prominence on the global stage, with designers from across the continent breaking traditional boundaries and reshaping the narrative of...
Lagos Fashion Week 2024: Africa’s Premier Fashion Event Set to Dazzle
Lagos Fashion Week (LFW) is set to return from October 25-29, 2024, and promises to be the grandest edition yet, cementing its position as Africa’s...
Soweto: From Historic Ghetto to Hub of Talent and Excitement
Soweto, a lively township nestled in Johannesburg, is far more than just a collection of homes. It stands as a vibrant testament to South Africa’s...
Extra Security on Deck for FESTAC Africa Festival in Kisumu!
Over 7,000 participants from 50 countries across Africa and beyond are set to descend on Kisumu for this year’s FESTAC Africa festival, kicking off this...
Death of a Salesman: A Scholarly Review of Arthur Miller’s Tragic Masterpiece
Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman,” a seminal work of American theater, debuted on Broadway in February 1949, running for an impressive 742 performances. This...
Memoir “You Must Set Forth at Dawn” by Wole Soyinka
Wole Soyinka’s memoir, “You Must Set Forth at Dawn,” is a profound and captivating journey through the life of one of Africa’s most influential literary...
President Tinubu Renames National Theatre to the Wole Soyinka Centre for Arts and Culture
In a significant cultural and political move, President Bola Tinubu has officially renamed Nigeria’s iconic National Theatre to the Wole Soyinka Centre for Arts and...