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Lucy’s legacy: ancient hominin arrives in Prague the first in Europe

Dimecres, 27 d’agost de 2025

• 17:04

Prague’s newest visitor is 3.2 million years old. Lucy, the famed Australopithecus afarensis fossil, has arrived in the Czech capital alongside Selam, a young child of the same species, for a groundbreaking exhibition on human evolution.<div class="small-

Skies over Colombo burst with color as international kite festival soars once more

Dilluns, 25 d’agost de 2025

• 11:13

The skies above Sri Lanka’s capital were transformed into a vibrant tapestry of movement and color on Sunday as the Colombo International Kite Festival returned after a five-year hiatus, symbolizing a nation's hopeful turn towards normalcy and tourism.<di

World military bands unite at Moscow’s Spasskaya tower festival

Diumenge, 24 d’agost de 2025

• 8:18

Twenty-seven teams from 10 countries are taking part this year, including from Ethiopia, Burkina Faso, and Zimbabwe.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/08/24/world-military-bands-unite-at-mosco

Lil Nas X arrested in Los Angeles after street incident

Divendres, 22 d’agost de 2025

• 17:00

Lil Nas X rose to fame with his 2018 smash hit “Old Town Road,” which topped the Billboard Hot 100 for a record-breaking 19 weeks, and later released his acclaimed debut album Montero.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https

Grammy Award-winning US singer Ciara releases first studio album in five years

• 11:06

Its the US singer-songwriter’s 8th album and her second via her independent label, Beauty Marks Entertainment.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/08/22/grammy-award-winning-us-singer-ciara-rele

Boots on the ground: From tiktok to trail ride tradition

Dijous, 21 d’agost de 2025

• 13:00

Now, with “Boots on the Ground” topping Billboard’s R&B charts and trail ride culture trending nationwide, a Southern tradition once rooted in tight-knit Black communities is stepping into the mainstream—one line dance at a time.<div class="small-12 colum

Recognizing Rastafari: A new chapter for religion in Kenya

Dimecres, 20 d’agost de 2025

• 10:32

4 min

Rastafarians around the world have a reputation for their unique Afrocentric spirituality, and they are generally known to be peace advocates.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/08/20/recognizi

Fossil discovery in Ethiopia reveals missing chapter in human evolution

• 8:35

Fossil Discovery in Ethiopia Reveals Missing Chapter in Human Evolution<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/08/20/fossil-discovery-in-ethiopia-reveals-missing-chapter-in-human-evolution/?utm_sou

Tunisia's Women’s Day parade celebrates the traditional sefsari tunic

Dijous, 14 d’agost de 2025

• 20:11

Women’s Day marks the anniversary of the 1956 adoption of the Personal Status Code which granted women equal rights.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/08/14/tunisias-womens-day-parade-celebrat

Beyoncé wins first Emmy ahead of Primetime ceremony

Dimecres, 13 d’agost de 2025

• 19:18

Beyoncé now has an Emmy Award to go along with her 35 Grammys – and only needs an Oscar and a Tony Award to enter the prestigious EGOT club<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/08/13/beyonce-wins

Spike Lee, Denzel Washington and A$AP Rocky premiere 'Highest 2 Lowest'

Dimarts, 12 d’agost de 2025

• 15:35

Denzel Washington, A$AP Rocky and Jeffrey Wright were among the stars that walked the red carpet for the new Spike Lee film, “Highest 2 Lowest” Monday in Brooklyn.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com

Shanghai Museum opens for 168 hours for a final look at ancient Egypt

• 13:14

The Shanghai Museum will be open for 168 hours straight from Monday to Sunday during the last week of its grand exhibition, "On Top of the Pyramid: The Civilization of Ancient Egypt."<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https:

Timbuktu's famed manuscripts return home after 13 years in Mali's capital

• 5:40

The Malian military government on Monday started returning home the historic manuscripts of Timbuktu, which were spirited out of their fabled northern city when it was occupied by al-Qaida-linked militants more than a decade ago<div class="small-12 column

Rabat's National Museum of Jewelry showcases rich Moroccan heritage and craftsmanship

Dilluns, 11 d’agost de 2025

• 16:49

The museum reopened to the public in 2023, after undergoing some restoration work.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/08/11/rabats-national-museum-of-jewelry-showcases-rich-moroccan-heritage-an

Safeguarding Gullah Geechee culture through music and tradition

• 15:40

On St. Helena Island, South Carolina, a group of singers in their 70s and 80s—guided by musicologist Dr. Eric Crawford—breathes life into centuries-old Gullah spirituals, safeguarding a cultural treasure born from the struggles and faith of enslaved Afric

"Black Star": Amaarae's new album returns to her Ghanaian origins

Dissabte, 9 d’agost de 2025

• 10:11

Ghanaian-American singer Amaarae has risen to popularity in recent years, especially since the release of her second album "Fountain Baby" in 2023, which earned her critical acclaim. With "Black Star", the artist brings rythms and genres from her home cou

Morocco’s Nif region hosts collective wedding to celebrate cultural heritage

Dijous, 7 d’agost de 2025

• 14:11

Organizers say the festival is not only social in nature but a vital way to keep heritage alive and promote shared values among future generations.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/08/07/moro

Moroccan caftan collection showcases the tunic's long history

Dimecres, 6 d’agost de 2025

• 16:52

The exhibition, 'Yesterday's Caftan Seen Today' includes some dating from the 19th and 20th centuries and is currently underway at the National Finery Museum in Rabat.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews

US museum house home that played a key role in the civil rights movement

• 0:24

Owned by the Jackson family, it served as a haven and planning site for the 1965 Selma to Montgomery marches led by Dr Martin Luther King jr.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/08/06/us-museum-

Charlize Theron couldn't be happier as she turns 50

Dimarts, 5 d’agost de 2025

• 16:41

The South African-American Oscar-winning actor, film producer, and philanthropist can currently be seen on Netflix in the sequel "The Old Guard 2".<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/08/05/char

Summer, sun, concerts: Morocco's beach festival returns for 21st edition

Dilluns, 4 d’agost de 2025

• 13:03

For the 21st year in a row, Morocco's "Festival des Plages" (Beach festival) is returning to six coastal cities, much to the joy of locals, tourists and families.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/

Thousand attend annual Mask Festival in Benin's capital, Porto-Novo

• 0:36

The vibrant cultural event celebrates ancestral spirits, heritage, and traditional identity.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/08/04/thousand-attend-annual-mask-festival-in-benins-capital-port

Venice's Banksy mural 'Migrant Child' removed for renovation and restoration

Dissabte, 2 d’agost de 2025

• 7:36

Art restorers have successfully taken down a deteriorating graffiti piece by the renowned street artist Banksy, known as "The Migrant Child," from a building that overlooks a Venetian canal.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href=

Redefining music: Shi Qichao's household items as instruments in Dongying

Dijous, 31 de juliol de 2025

• 21:18

In a small studio in Dongying, Shandong Province, Shi Qichao is revolutionizing music by transforming everyday objects—from carrots to construction materials—into fully functional instruments.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a hre

Tracee Ellis Ross redefines solo travel in new docuseries: "It’s about joy, not just adventure"

• 14:37

For nearly 30 years, Tracee Ellis Ross has been carving out her own path—literally. The Emmy-winning actor and producer is now sharing her unique approach to solo travel in a new Roku Channel docuseries, "Solo Traveling with Tracee Ellis Ross."<div class=

"The Pickup": Eddie Murphy on working with Keke Palmer and Pete Davidson

Dimecres, 30 de juliol de 2025

• 15:47

While filming the "Pickup" movie, Eddie Murphy said he doesn't feel the need to guide co-stars Keke Palmer and Pete Davidson.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/07/30/the-pickup-eddie-murphy-on

'Lilo & Stitch' stars excited for sequel after box office success

Dilluns, 28 de juliol de 2025

• 0:45

'Lilo & Stitch' stars celebrated the film's success with fans at Comic-Con in San Diego last week.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/07/28/lilo-stitch-stars-excited-for-sequel-after-box-office

Twisted Metal returns for season two with more chaos and carnage

Divendres, 25 de juliol de 2025

• 16:35

Twisted Metal is back with a second season, promising even more explosive action, outrageous characters, and high-octane destruction. The hit TV adaptation of the cult classic video game returns to streaming on Peacock starting July 31.<div class="small-1

San Diego comic-con: a sneak peek into pop culture's biggest event

• 11:55

Comic-Con International 2025 officially begins on Thursday, but eager attendees got a sneak preview on Wednesday at the San Diego Convention Center.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/07/25/san

Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis return in Freakier Friday, a sequel tied to nostalgia and tragedy

Dimecres, 23 de juliol de 2025

• 13:44

Twenty-two years after the original hit theaters, Freaky Friday is back with stars Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis reprising their iconic roles in Freakier Friday. The sequel, filmed in Los Angeles just like the 2003 original, blends supernatural comed

France: Microsoft partners with French firm to create Notre Dame Cathedral digital twin

Dimarts, 22 de juliol de 2025

• 19:00

The tech giant will provide key AI assistance to French start up Iconem, to help them build a replica of the cathedral.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/07/22/france-microsoft-partners-with-f

"The Cosby Show" actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner dies in drowning accident

• 7:17

The actor was pulled out to sea by a current while swimming in the ocean in Costa Rica. He was 54 years old.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/07/22/the-cosby-show-actor-malcolm-jamal-warner-d

Paris unveils new mural in honour of Josephine Baker

Diumenge, 20 de juliol de 2025

• 14:03

A new mural in north-eastern Paris revives the spirit of legendary entertainer, activist and French resistance member Josephine Baker, and her love for both her country, the United States, and her elected home city, Paris.<div class="small-12 column text-

Morocco's Sale crafts centre trains next generation to keep traditional skills alive

Dijous, 17 de juliol de 2025

• 15:46

The trainees at a traditional crafts center in the Moroccan city of Sale are learning new skills to prevent ancient crafts from dying out.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/07/17/moroccos-sale

Haitians mark annual Voodoo-Christian pilgrimage amid gang violence

• 11:15

Faithful gathered in Port-au-Prince, instead of Saut d’Eau, after gangs took control of the city.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/07/17/haitians-mark-annual-voodoo-christian-pilgrimage-amid-

UNESCO inscribes 26 new sites on World Heritage list

Dimecres, 16 de juliol de 2025

• 14:40

Five culturally and historically significant sites on the African continent have made the list. They include Maputo National Park in Mozambique and the Gola-Tiwai Complex in Sierra Leone, two important natural reserves home to many endangered animal and p

"No Substance": Burna Boy apologises for controversial statement about Afrobeats

• 11:34

"I am mixing all these elements and having an African base […] I couldn't understand why everyone wanted to put me in a box"<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/07/16/no-substance-burna-boy-apol

France: Avignon Festival celebrates Egyptian diva Umm Kulthum

Dimarts, 15 de juliol de 2025

• 15:49

Seven artists performed modern renditions of Umm Kulthum's songs, in a concert celebrating the 50th anniversary of her death.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/07/15/france-avignon-festival-ce

Abuja residents celebrate Igbo festival in grand style

• 15:14

It was a classic display of visual arts, music, dance attire, food, language and many more as the Ndi Igbo of southeastern Nigeria celebrated the Abuja Igbo Festival 2025.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africa

Tisha Campbell and Melissa De Sousa take on cyber crime in 'Operation: Aunties'

Dilluns, 14 de juliol de 2025

• 10:52

Tisha Campbell returns to the big screen alongside Melissa De Sousa in Operation: Aunties, a sharp cyber crime dramedy where two fierce women team up to take down a dark web trafficking ring.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href

Descendants of enslaved Africans find connection in Ghana

Divendres, 11 de juliol de 2025

• 16:26

Northern Ghana was historically a center for the trade of human lives: captives from northern communities like Nok, now part of Togo, were taken to slave markets.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/

Marrakech national festival: honoring the legacy of popular arts

• 14:30

The National Festival of Popular Arts is a key cultural event in Morocco, taking place every year in Marrakech under the guidance of the Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Communication.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https:

"No Sign of Weakness": Burna Boy to release new album

Dijous, 10 de juliol de 2025

• 15:35

Fresh off becoming the first African artist to sell out Paris’ iconic Stade de France in April, Nigerian singer Burna Boy has been on an incredible run, and hopes it continues with his new album out Friday.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__

Thriving, not just surviving: Gloria Gaynor releases new EP

Dimecres, 9 de juliol de 2025

• 14:55

The 81-year-old singer is far from retiring. With the fresh collection of five tracks, led by debut single “Fida Known", Gaynor is continuing her decades-long musical journey.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.af

Nigerian singer Tems launches Leading Vibe Initiative to support women in music

Dimarts, 8 de juliol de 2025

• 13:45

The Leading Vibe initiative will provide mentorship and training to emerging female artists.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/07/03/nigerian-singer-tems-launches-leading-vibe-initiative-to-su

Young designers grace the runway at Fashion Finest Africa’s show in Lagos

Dilluns, 7 de juliol de 2025

• 10:54

The runway featured collections from rising labels, many of whom blend cultural references with contemporary aesthetics<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/07/07/young-designers-grace-the-runway

Paraguayan town celebrates vibrant Kamba Ra'anga festival with masks, fire and tradition

• 9:41

The Kamba Ra'anga masks—carved from wood—are both artistic and symbolic, often portraying animals or exaggerated social stereotypes. The practice dates back to the 17th century, born from a cultural blend of Indigenous customs and the African influences<d

Angélique Kidjo makes history as first black African artist on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Divendres, 4 de juliol de 2025

• 14:36

Music icon Angélique Kidjo has cemented her place in history, becoming the first African artist to be awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The honor adds another milestone to an already trailblazing career that has redefined world music.<div clas

Ancient DNA reveals genetic link between early Egypt and Mesopotamia

Dijous, 3 de juliol de 2025

• 17:05

This discovery supports long-suspected ties between Egypt and Mesopotamia, once inferred only from trade goods and shared pottery styles. The Nile, researchers say, likely acted as an “ancient superhighway” for both people and ideas.<div class="small-12 c

In Morocco, women keep the art of traditional rug-weaving alive

Dimecres, 2 de juliol de 2025

• 15:16

In the town of Taznakht in southeastern Morocco, a women's cooperative preserves a centuries-old craftsmanship that goes back to Berber tribes: weaving the Ouaouzguit rug.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africa

South African actor Embeth Davidtz makes directorial debut with Rhodesia-set drama

Dimarts, 1 de juliol de 2025

• 13:47

"Don't Let's Go To The Dogs Tonight" is an adaptation of Alexandra Fuller's 2001 memoir.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/07/01/south-african-actor-embeth-davidtz-makes-directorial-debut-with

Moroccan museums open doors for free to inspire youth pride and cultural connection

Dilluns, 30 de juny de 2025

• 14:48

Across Morocco, museums opened their doors for free—inviting young people to explore their roots. It’s part of the 4th Night of Museums, themed “Moroccan Youth, Guardians of Tomorrow’s Heritage. Organisers say it’s about inspiring pride and cultural conne

US funding cuts threaten youth programmes at Kenya's Kakuma refugee camp

Divendres, 27 de juny de 2025

• 11:55

4 min

Kenya's northern Kakuma refugee camp is home to more than 300,000 people, who've fled conflict in dozens of east Africa countries. For the children there, traditional and modern dances are helping them to distract themselves, as they face an uncertain fut

Uma Thurman returns to her action roots in The Old Guard 2 opposite Charlize Theron

Dijous, 26 de juny de 2025

• 15:31

Uma Thurman joins the cast of The Old Guard 2, opposite Charlize Theron and Kiki Layne as they reprise their roles from the 2020 film, The Old Guard.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/06/26/um

John Cena and Idris Elba-starring action film "Heads of State" premieres in New York

Dimecres, 25 de juny de 2025

• 13:29

In the film, Idris Elba stars as the British Prime Minister, while John Cena plays the US President.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/06/25/john-cena-and-idris-elba-starring-action-film-heads

Pharrell Williams presents Spring/Summer 2026 collection for Louis Vuitton

• 10:04

Louis Vuitton Men's creative director Pharrell Williams has unveilled his fourth collection for the brand, presenting his spring-summer 2026 line in Paris on Tuesday.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.

High-octane Formula One racing drama premieres in New York

Dimarts, 24 de juny de 2025

• 7:20

'F1: The Movie' was co-produced by seven-time world Formula One champion, Lewis Hamilton.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/06/18/high-octane-formula-one-racing-drama-premieres-in-new-york/?ut

Tyler Perry accused of sexual assault in a $260 million lawsuit

• 7:20

4 min

US TV giant Tyler Perry has been sued for $260 million by an actor alleging the mogul leveraged his industry power to assault and harass him while keeping him quiet, repeatedly sexually.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="htt

Women redefine Gnaoua at Essaouira Festival

Dilluns, 23 de juny de 2025

• 11:43

In Essaouira, the Gnaoua and World Music Festival opened with its signature festive parade through the medina, celebrating the city’s rich Gnaoua heritage. Once a tradition dominated by men, the festival’s 26th edition shone a spotlight on women artists w