DJ Black Coffee Makes History: Sells Out at Madison Square Garden
DJ Black Coffee delivered an unforgettable night for thousands of fans as he performed at New York’s prestigious Madison Square Garden. The highly anticipated event was completely sold out. The 47-year-old DJ created history by becoming the first South African DJ and producer to perform at Madison Square Garden on Saturday. We did it. 🇺🇸❤️ […]
Burna Boy’s South Africa Show Cancelled Amid Fraud Allegations Against Organiser
Burna Boy’s highly anticipated live show in South Africa has been cancelled following allegations of fraud against one of the event’s organisers. The Nigerian artist was scheduled to perform at Johannesburg’s FNB Stadium, but the concert was called off in the days leading up to the event amidst rumours of poor ticket sales. Promoter Ternary […]
Kenya’s Film Industry Gets Boost as Cabinet Secretary Signs Hollywood Deal
Kenya’s film industry is poised for significant development as Youth, Arts, and Sports Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba has inked a groundbreaking agreement with Invention Studios CEO Nicky Weinstock. The deal, signed in Los Angeles, aims to harness the expertise of Hollywood filmmakers to drive Kenya’s film industry forward under the ambitious Talanta Hela agenda. Just […]
Somali Cultural Icon Axmed Naaji Sacad Cali Naasir Passes Away, Leaving Behind a Musical Legacy
Renowned Somali singer, composer, poet, and cultural icon Axmed Naaji Sacad Cali Naasir has passed away at the age of 84 in London, leaving behind a legacy that spans over six decades. Naasir, celebrated for his contributions to Somali culture, has left an indelible mark on the country’s music scene, as highlighted by Mohamed Haji […]
Renowned Nigerian Author Wole Soyinka Launches Latest Novel in France
Renowned Nigerian author Wole Soyinka’s latest novel, “Chronicles from the Land of the Happiest People on Earth,” has been published in French, offering readers a captivating exploration of an imaginary version of Nigeria. In an interview with RFI, Soyinka shared the inspiration behind the book, driven by his anger, frustration, and puzzlement over the country’s […]
Rema and Selena Take Home MTV Video Music Award for Best Afrobeats
The 2023 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) proved to be a memorable night for Rema and Selena Gomez as they emerged victorious, clinching the prestigious award for Best Afrobeats for their chart-topping collaboration, “Calm Down.” The duo’s remarkable achievement in a highly competitive category was met with elation and gratitude as Rema and Selena took […]
Rema’s ‘Calm Down’ Makes History on Streaming Platform
Nigerian artist Rema has achieved a remarkable milestone with his hit single ‘Calm Down’ featuring Selena Gomez, reaching one billion streams on Spotify. This makes him the first African lead artist to have a song reach 1 billion Spotify streams, joining the prestigious Billions Club of the platform. Rema, whose real name is Divine Ikubor, […]
Ezra Collective Takes Home Coveted Mercury Prize for “Where I’m Meant To Be
In a dazzling celebration of musical talent, Ezra Collective emerged victorious at this year’s Mercury Prize, claiming the coveted award for their outstanding album, “Where I’m Meant To Be.” This instrumental jazz ensemble outshone formidable competitors such as Raye, Jessie Ware, and J Hus, clinching the prestigious accolade and the accompanying £25,000 prize. The electrifying […]
Nigerian Sensation Burna Boy Lands Seven BET Hip Hop Awards Nominations
Nigerian superstar Burna Boy has been nominated for seven awards at the 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards. The awards ceremony is set to celebrate the best of Hip Hop music across 17 categories, with the nominees selected based on their achievements in the last year. Here are some key takeaways from the BET Hip Hop […]
Norman Busigu to Unveil Compelling New Documentary, “Nigeria: Can its Youth Shape its Future?
LONDON, UK – Norman Busigu, the acclaimed British-Ugandan filmmaker, media broadcaster, and accomplished fashion model, is set to dazzle audiences with the world premiere screening of his eagerly awaited second documentary, “Nigeria: Can its Youth Shape its Future?” The premiere will take place in his hometown, London, in October 2023, coinciding with Black History Month. […]