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15th edition of Biennale of contemporary African art opens in Dakar

Friday, november 8, 2024

Culture • 5:44 PM

The theme of the 2024 Dar-art is "Xàll wi" in Wolof which translates as "the wake". An invitation to Africans to reclaim their cultures and be open for reinvention in the face of global changes.

Algerian-French writer Kamel Daoud wins top French literary prize

Monday, november 4, 2024

Culture • 6:01 PM

The panel picked Daoud's novel 'Houris' which competed against 3 other books. The work centers around the character of Aube, a survivor of Algeria's civil war known as the 'Black Decade'.

US: Quincy Jones, music titan who worked with stars including MJ has died

Culture • 1:10 PM

Jones leaves a vast legacy that ranged from producing Michael Jackson's historic "Thriller" album to writing prize-winning film and television scores.

Marrakech celebrates tradition in lively folklore festival

Wednesday, october 30, 2024

Culture • 5:54 PM

The 6th World Folklore Days drew more than 700 artists representing more than 30 troupes from 22 countries around the world. Performers from this year's guest of honor, Indonesia showed up in vibrantly colored costumes and gold headpieces, making their co

Animation dreams in Togo: Michel Ocelot inspires at the FIGA festival

Culture • 12:13 AM

Although challenges remain, animated film is moving toward a dynamic and promising future in Togo, driven by national creative potential. With increased support and proper structuring of the sector, the country could become a major player in animation.

Burkinabe playwright aims to break the silence about rape

Wednesday, october 23, 2024

Culture • 6:05 PM

Oliva Ouedraogo’s play “Queen” (known by its French name “Reine”) showed at the Acte Sept cultural centre in Bamako on 15 October.

Granite art impresses tourists and residents at Laongo symposium, Burkina Faso

Tuesday, october 22, 2024

Culture • 3:07 PM

Artists have been making their mark at the 14th Granite Sculpture symposium in Laongo, Burkina Faso. Over the course of the summit, hundreds of sculptures have been crafted by creators from across the globe. The summit has turned Laongo into an attractive

"Project 2024": How Selma inspired BRELAND's latest work

Saturday, october 19, 2024

Culture • 2:39 PM

In recent years, BRELAND has experienced a remarkable journey. He travelled to Selma, Alabama, to connect with his roots in order to rejuvenate himself, following a similar visit made by his mother the previous year.

Museum at berth brings culture to Moroccan audiences

Friday, october 18, 2024

Culture • 2:13 PM

On a tour around the Mediterranean, a museum boat of artworks was moored at the Bouregreg quay for a week in October, bringing the festival to the Moroccan capital. The museum boat measures 47 meters in length, 18 meters in width, and features a 55-meter

Fans pay tribute to former One Direction star Liam Payne

Thursday, october 17, 2024

Culture • 8:13 PM

In 2015, the One Direction fever hit South Africa as the group performed there. According to a preliminary autopsy report, Payne died of “multiple trauma” and “internal and external hemorrhage,” as the result of the fall from the balcony of a third-floor

'Balau': A rare Burkinabe-Congolese collaboration in Germany

Monday, october 14, 2024

Culture • 11:51 AM

The Münchner Kammerspiele municipal theater has invited Burkinabe choreographer Serge Aimé Coulibaly and Congolese writer Fiston Mwanza Mujila to collaborate on a show combining poetry and choreography. In 'Balau', Coulibaly and Mujila partner from shared

Angola: Third edition of International Jazz Festival ends

Sunday, october 13, 2024

Culture • 3:26 PM

ANGOJAZZ's third edition which ended Sunday (Oct. 13) paid tribute to local music critic and jazz savvy Jeronimo Belo. Luanda's Palacio de Ferro was not only turned into a scene but a teaching hub, to the delight of the festival’s artistic Director. A foc

‘Emily in Paris’ in Rome doesn’t make sense' - French President Macron

Friday, october 11, 2024

Culture • 9:24 AM

"We will ask them to remain in Paris."

Mental health patients in Mali find their voice through theater

Thursday, october 10, 2024

Culture • 3:46 PM

Koteba is a traditional form of theater practiced by Mali's largest ethnic group, the Bambara. It mixes acting, singing and dancing and is usually performed in villages as an outlet to work through problems and an open space for satire. Now psychiatrists

Next Met Gala theme and celebrity chairs revealed

Culture • 2:50 PM

The theme of the next Met Gala and its celebrity chairs have been announced: Pharrell Williams, Lewis Hamilton, Colman Domingo, A$AP Rocky and LeBron James will help the museum launch an exhibit examining Black style over the centuries.

Rabat named World Book Capital for 2026

Tuesday, october 8, 2024

Culture • 5:13 PM

Home to the third largest international book and publishing fair in Africa, Rabat will kick off the year of celebrations on 23 April 2026, on World Book and Copyright Day.

50th American Music Awards: A night of iconic performances

Monday, october 7, 2024

Culture • 12:35 AM

Performances spanned genres and generations during the American Music Awards 50th anniversary special which aired Sunday on CBS.

Wu-Tang Clan founder RZA goes classical with new album

Wednesday, october 2, 2024

Culture • 7:22 PM

RZA’s hoarding habit led to his newest adventure in music: a ballet and surprisingly traditional classical album he calls “A Ballet Through Mud.”

John Amos, Emmy nominee for the blockbuster 'Roots,' dies at 84

Culture • 10:26 AM

Born John Allen Amos Jr. on Dec. 27, 1939, in Newark, New Jersey, he graduated from Colorado State University with a sociology degree and played on the school’s football team. It's eventually in acting that he found his way.

Yemeni café becomes sanctuary for migrants, intellectuals

Culture • 6:00 AM

In the capital Sana'a, the Madhash café stands out for its signature tea. Madhash has replaced other cultural hubs that were shut down by war.Today, it is a melting pot of cultures and ideas where intellectual discourse happens

Madagascar's model ship builders make country's crafstmanship shine

Monday, september 30, 2024

Culture • 2:48 PM

Kylie Minogue, Prince Albert of Monaco, and the Spanish royal family are all customers according to the company, and Pope Francis was gifted a model by Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina.

Gaz Mawete shines at La Cigale and announces new projects

Culture • 8:49 AM

Congolese music star Gaz Mawete recently electrified the stage at La Cigale in Paris with a sold-out performance that solidified his place as one of Africa’s most dynamic musical talents.

Ethiopian Orthodox Christians celebrate Meskel, the feast of the Cross, as they pray for peace

Friday, september 27, 2024

Culture • 11:34 AM

Thousands of Ethiopians were gathered on Addis Ababa's Meskel square Thursday (Sep. 26). The festival celebrates the cross upon which Jesus was crucified, according to the church beliefs, and its recovery by Saint Helena, mother of Emperor Constantine.

Casablanca presents vibrant street wear collection

Culture • 10:56 AM

Casablanca showcased a youthful, vibrant streetwear collection Thursday, on a runway complete with vintage cars.

Love as a choice rooted in mutual respect in new US drama 'She Taught Love'

Thursday, september 26, 2024

Culture • 2:38 PM

Lead actors Darrell Britt-Gibson and Arsema Thomas underscore the film’s message of love and connection, not as a means of rescue but as a choice rooted in mutual respect and growth.

Marley Brothers make father's legacy live on with first tour in two decades

Tuesday, september 24, 2024

Culture • 11:06 AM

The reggae giant's footsteps are being filled by his five sons — Ziggy, Stephen, Julian, Ky-Mani and Damian — during the Marley Brothers: The Legacy Tour. It's the first time the siblings have performed together on tour in two decades.

Lebron James premieres in Netflix series

Culture • 10:49 AM

Lebron James, Domantas Sabonis, Jimmy Butler, Jayson Tatum and Anthony Edwards are pulling back the curtain and bringing audiences behind the scenes for the 2023-2024 NBA season.

Halle Berry stars in Never Let Go, a horror film which takes on theme of generational trauma

Wednesday, september 18, 2024

Culture • 3:56 PM

Academy award winner Halle Berry says she drew on her experiences as a mother in her latest role in Never Let Go, a horror film which tackles the theme of generational trauma. Although she has had a wide-ranging career, this marks the first time the actre

MPR Set to Return to the Stage in Paris, Amplifying Their Call for Peace and Social Justice

Culture • 3:05 PM

As their fanbase grows, so does their influence. The group’s followers recognize the importance of keeping these issues in the public eye. “Someone has to keep hammering on about this war because if everyone stays quiet, it will keep going,” said one fan

Tito Jackson, iconic member of the Jackson 5, has died at 70

Monday, september 16, 2024

Culture • 8:26 AM

5 min

Tito Jackson, one of the brothers who made up the beloved and iconic pop group the Jackson 5, has died at age 70.

Morocco's unique cave dwellings attract tourist

Saturday, september 14, 2024

Culture • 2:25 PM

"These caves were formed by the valleys, which made a group of people settle here, and the criteria that encouraged them to settle, first the height, as the town is located in the mountains, in addition to the abundance of water and fertile soil," he says

Tyla wins best afrobeats, Swift encourages voting, and more highlights from the 40th VMAs

Thursday, september 12, 2024

Culture • 10:33 AM

Later in the evening, Flavor Flav had the honor of presenting gymnast Jordan Chiles with a special award, rounding out a night filled with unforgettable performances and meaningful moments at the 40th VMAs held at the UBS Arena.

Brandy Norwood stars in new horror movie 'The Front Room'

Sunday, september 8, 2024

Culture • 3:12 PM

"The Front Room" follows Belinda and Norman whose lives are thrown into disarray when the man's mother moves in.

Cuba: Afro-descendant women and men showcase the beauty of their hair

Culture • 1:17 PM

Afro hair in all its beauty. Cuba's capital recently hosted the island's first Afro beauty-aesthetics convention. The trend that can be observed around the world is gaining traction in the Caribbean nation.

French-Senegalese rapper S. Pri Noir talks about his roots

Tuesday, september 3, 2024

Culture • 8:42 PM

Born Malick Mendosa and of Senegalese heritage, the journey of S. Pri Noir started in 2008. He steadily grew in popularity to become the first French rapper to be the face of luxury brand Yves Saint Laurent.

South African beauty queen crowned Miss Nigeria after nationality row

Monday, september 2, 2024

Culture • 11:16 AM

The 23-year-old law student celebrated her victory on Saturday, stating that the title represents a call for unity.

Togo: Guin people mark new year with Sacred Stone ceremony

Friday, august 30, 2024

Culture • 2:29 PM

The annual event takes place between late August and early September in Glidji, south-east Togo. The Guin people migrated from Ghana in the late XVIIth century.

'1992' producer Snoop Dogg attends premiere, honors late Ray Liotta

Wednesday, august 28, 2024

Culture • 3:42 PM

"1992" is executive produced by Snoop Dogg's Death Row Pictures and set during the 1992 Los Angeles riots. Gibson stars as a young father determined to rebuild his life and relationship with his son. The two end up colliding with another father-son team i

Global girl group KATSEYE born out of K-Pop artist development techniques

Saturday, august 24, 2024

Culture • 12:19 AM

Comprising of six talented members from across the world, their journey began with fierce competition. Their remarkable rise to fame and sisterhood can be seen in the Netflix docuseries "Pop Star Academy: KATSEYE."

Meet the designer behind some of the outfits at this year's Notting Hill Carnival

Wednesday, august 21, 2024

Culture • 4:53 PM

Chesska Robinson is busy at work all year round creating colourful outfits for London's Notting Hill Carnival. Her looks are worn by members of 'mas bands', which are groups who compete to be named the best in the festival's masquerade section.

A mass circumcision is marketed to tourists in a remote area of Uganda

Monday, august 12, 2024

Culture • 11:15 AM

7 min

The tribal initiation of boys into adulthood has long been controversial in African countries such as South Africa, where incidents of botched, deadly circumcisions among Xhosa-speaking people have inspired campaigns for safe clinical circumcision.

Mourad Merzouki brings hip-hop dance to Olympics as 'Dance of the Games' creator

Monday, august 5, 2024

Culture • 2:43 PM

The renowned French-Algerian choreographer and his dance troupe will take center stage near the Eiffel Towel in Paris, debuting the official dance of the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games

Marrakesh festival celebrates Morocco's poetic and musical traditions

Monday, july 29, 2024

Culture • 6:52 PM

The second edition of the Kasbah Melhoun Art Festival featured various activities, such as an exhibition of books written by melhoun sheikhs or scholars.

Paris Olympics: Fanzone celebrates African cultures and athletes

Friday, july 26, 2024

Culture • 3:28 PM

The Stade Robert Cesar has been transformed into an African village. Stalls shine an light on dozen of countries from the continent including the DRC, Cote d'Ivoire and Morocco. The Africa station will host shows, exhibitions, and meetings with athletes t

Torch bearer Snoop Dogg looks forward to “special” relay, recalls Muhammad Ali's

Thursday, july 25, 2024

Culture • 11:40 AM

The California-born will represent his county of birth and carry the torch in the final stages of the Olympic relay, hours before the opening ceremony on the River Seine. The 2028 summer Olympics will be held in Los Angeles.

Egypt: 19th book fair in Alexandria attracts summer visitors

Tuesday, july 23, 2024

Culture • 11:21 AM

In the Egyptian city of Alexandria, summer visitors are flocking to the 19th book fair, a two-week event running until July 28th.

Christie's showcases Saudi Arabia's most celebrated artist

Monday, july 22, 2024

Culture • 11:17 AM

5 min

Magnetism Book is being presented to the public for the first time and is the latest in Ahmed Mater's Magnetism series of work.

Circus Baobab presents 'Yé!', a favorite at the Avignon Festival

Wednesday, july 17, 2024

Culture • 8:29 PM

Thirteen tireless young artists from Conakry deliver a powerful message: Success is within reach even with limited resources

Turkey's booming drama industry captures hearts worldwide, boosts tourism

Culture • 12:18 AM

Morocco's storytelling festival ends

Tuesday, july 9, 2024

Culture • 4:48 AM

Musicians and street artists from more than 30 countries are being drawn to the weeklong festival, creating opportunities for other talents to shine.

Fally Ipupa rocks France on start of European tour

Monday, july 8, 2024

Culture • 8:08 PM

Congolese artist Fally Ipupa played to an audience of over 7,000 on his first stop in France's Lyon. The 'Tokooos' singer's European tour will also take him to Italy and Portugal

London: Museum explores 65 years of Barbie history through a design lens

Thursday, july 4, 2024

Culture • 7:42 PM

The show presents 250 objects from Barbie's world, including 180 dolls. Highlights include a rare first edition of the very first doll released by Mattel in 1959 (‘Number 1 Barbie’).

Designer Imane Ayissi looked East for his latest show in Paris

Tuesday, july 2, 2024

Culture • 4:25 PM

Known for blending African heritage with the DNA of French high fashion, Cameroonian couture designer Imane Ayissi looked East for his latest collection.

'Les Basketteuses de Bamako': When basketball, art meet

Monday, july 1, 2024

Culture • 2:36 PM

'Les Basketteuses de Bamako', a group of six Malian artists and basketball players took to the stage in Lomé, the capital of Togo. Their daring and creative show combines juggling of the ball, drumming, music and dance

Tyla bags two awards at the BET 2024

Culture • 11:49 AM

Tyla a South African amapiano superstar won two Black Entertainment Television BET awards starting with best international act.

UNESCO finds ISIS-era bombs in Mosul mosque walls

Sunday, june 30, 2024

Culture • 9:57 AM

Iraqi authorities have requested UNESCO to halt all reconstruction operations at al-Nouri mosque and evacuate the entire complex until the devices are disarmed.

Nextflix documentary tells all about the first Black Barbie

Friday, june 21, 2024

Culture • 12:45 AM

5 min

1-hour-34-mminute “Black Barbie: A Documentary" covers the history of Black dolls and their impact on civil rights as well as Black entrepreneurship.

"African Symphony": when classical music meets legendary African hits

Thursday, june 20, 2024

Culture • 5:30 PM

Beninese star Angelique Kidjo took up the challenge to celebrate African legends like Miriam Makeba, Fela Kuti and stars from the younger generation that includes Burna Boy, Rema, Nomcebo Zikode and Nomcebo Zikode with a classical orchestral twist.

Gaza war: In gesture of solidarity, artists present exhibition in Chile

Culture • 11:58 AM

7 min

The National Archives of Chile opened Wednesday (Jun. 19) an exhibition titled "From all the rivers to all the seas of the world". It echoes a famous Palestinian rallying cry.