Nigeria: Four Years After, Music Company Eulogises Late Victor Olaiya

[ad_1] The music legend dictated the pace of highlife music with his calm and ballad-like orchestration. On Tuesday, the Evergreen Musical Company eulogised late veteran trumpeter and highlife musician, Victor Olaiya, four years after his death. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the music legend died on 12 February 2020, at 89, after a brief illness. The Evergreen Musical Company is the biggest custodian of Nigeria's traditional music, ranging from highlife to Juju music, Apala, Fuji and many […]

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Central Africa: The Ben to Entertain Comedy Lovers in Kampala

[ad_1] Rwandan RnB singer, The Ben, and his wife Pamella Uwicyeza this morning landed in Kampala, Uganda, where the artiste is expected to perform at a comedy show hosted by one of the countries' biggest standup comedian, Alex Muhangi. The comedy event, will take place this evening, February 14, at the UMA Show Grounds in Kololo, Kampala. The Ben's performance will be his second since the year started, following Rwanda Day, Washington DC where he performed for thousands of revelers […]

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Liberia: Rev. Dr. Momolu Massaquoi and His Wife Share Story of How They Kept the Fire of Love Burning for 30 Years

[ad_1] Rev. Dr. Momolu Massaquoi, President of the Liberia Baptist Theological Seminary, says the fire of love that was burning when they first met as high school sweethearts is still burning even more after thirty years. "I still love my wife, and she also loves me. This is why we are celebrating our 30th Valentine's together and our wedding anniversary," he said. Valentine's Day is a day where people share gifts with their loved ones, including married couples, young and […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

February 13, 2024 5

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

February 13, 2024 5

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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, […]

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