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Torsdag 17. juli 2025

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

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

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-

Onsdag 16. juli 2025

UNESCO inscribes 26 new sites on World Heritage list

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

"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

Tirsdag 15. juli 2025

France: Avignon Festival celebrates Egyptian diva Umm Kulthum

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

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

Mandag 14. juli 2025

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

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

Fredag 11. juli 2025

Descendants of enslaved Africans find connection in Ghana

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

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:

Torsdag 10. juli 2025

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

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__

Onsdag 9. juli 2025

Thriving, not just surviving: Gloria Gaynor releases new EP

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

Tirsdag 8. juli 2025

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

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

Mandag 7. juli 2025

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

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

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

Fredag 4. juli 2025

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

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

Torsdag 3. juli 2025

Ancient DNA reveals genetic link between early Egypt and Mesopotamia

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

Onsdag 2. juli 2025

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

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

Tirsdag 1. juli 2025

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

"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

Mandag 30. juni 2025

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

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

Fredag 27. juni 2025

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

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

Torsdag 26. juni 2025

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

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

Onsdag 25. juni 2025

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

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

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.

Tirsdag 24. juni 2025

High-octane Formula One racing drama premieres in New York

'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

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

Mandag 23. juni 2025

Women redefine Gnaoua at Essaouira Festival

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

Søndag 22. juni 2025

Netherlands returns 119 artifacts looted from Nigeria

The Netherlands on Thursday returned 119 artifacts looted from Nigeria, including human and animal figures, plaques, royal regalia and a bell.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/06/22/netherlan

Fredag 20. juni 2025

Superman stars hit Manila red carpet as global tour kicks off

Superman fans turned out in full force in the Filipino capital as the stars of the franchise’s latest installment kicked off the film’s global tour.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/06/20/sup

Dance4Refugees challenges Instagram users to share their moves for a cause

Dance4Refugees is challenging people to share their take on a choreographed dance on Instagram, raising awareness for the 123 million forcibly displaced people worldwide, according to UNHCR.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href=

Torsdag 19. juni 2025

United Nations harnesses power of music for peace in South Sudan

Peacekeeping mission, UNMISS, partnered with UNESCO to host a concert in Upper Nile state, which has been the epicentre of conflict in recent months.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/06/19/un

Tirsdag 17. juni 2025

Slick Rick returns after 26 years with 'Victory' album

It marks Slick Rick's first album since 1999's “The Art of Storytelling”<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/06/17/slick-rick-returns-after-26-years-with-victory-album/?utm_source=test_mrss&utm_

Søndag 15. juni 2025

New York research centre celebrates 100 years of documenting Black culture

The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture's first collection was started in 1925, and today, it is among the oldest and largest collections of materials documenting the history and culture of people of African descent in the United States.<div cl

Fredag 13. juni 2025

Nigerian animation shines at Annecy Film Festival

“Dance of the Crocodiles ” was selected by the Annecy International Animation Film Festival from more than 250 projects in development<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/06/13/nigerian-animatio

Onsdag 11. juni 2025

Pixar's animation 'Elio' premieres amid immigration unrest in LA

The cast including Zoe Saldana walked a blue carpet at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, miles away from the protests against the presence of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers taking place in downtown Los Angeles<div class="small-12 col

Akinola Davies Jr. makes history with My Father’s Shadow at Cannes

Set in Lagos in 1993, My Father’s Shadow is a poignant meditation on fatherhood, nationhood, and brotherhood.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/06/11/akinola-davies-jr-makes-history-with-my-fa

TikTok star Khaby Lame leaves the US after his detention by federal agents

An ICE spokesperson says the Senegalese-Italian influencer was held at Las Vegas’ airport on Friday after “overstaying the terms of his visa".<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/06/11/tiktok-st

Tirsdag 10. juni 2025

In Brazil, knights and masked riders take to a football pitch for religious festival

The Festa do Divino Espírito Santo - or the Festival of the Divine Holy Spirit, blends Catholic traditions with popular folklore and theatrical performance, dating back to the early 19th century<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a h

Mandag 9. juni 2025

US singer Macy Gray celebrates 25th anniversary of hit album 'On How Life Is'

The singer has begun a 25th anniversary tour across Europe and the United States.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/06/09/us-singer-macy-gray-celebrates-25th-anniversary-of-hit-album-on-how-li

Fredag 6. juni 2025

Culture Club reunites at Tribeca Film Festival for emotional documentary premiere

Two members of Culture Club reunited on the red carpet at the Tribeca Film Festival for the world premiere of a deeply personal new documentary. Guitarists Roy Hay and Mikey Craig joined the celebration, reflecting on the highs, lows, and lasting legacy o

Tirsdag 3. juni 2025

Lisbon art installation highlights the suffering of Gaza’s children

The action was organised by civil society groups to mark International Children’s Day that in Portugal is celebrated on 1 June.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/06/03/lisbon-art-installation-

Søndag 1. juni 2025

Alune Wade lights up Saint-Louis Jazz Festival

Alune Wade’s performance was one of the highlights of the 2025 Saint-Louis Jazz Festival<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/06/01/alune-wade-lights-up-saint-louis-jazz-festival/?utm_source=test

Fredag 30. mai 2025

World’s first deaf K-pop band talks overcoming barriers, love for music

Big Ocean, a three-member K-pop group composed entirely of artists with hearing disabilities, is redefining the limits of music and performance — one beat at a time<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.co

Torsdag 29. mai 2025

BET awards to honour four legendary Black performers

The BET Awards will celebrate its 25th anniversary by honoring four legendary performers — Mariah Carey, Snoop Dogg, Jamie Foxx and Kirk Franklin. The ceremony is scheduled for 9 June, taking place in Los Angeles.<div class="small-12 column text-center ar

Actors, filmmakers flock to China to explore micro drama boom

n the first four months of the year, over 1,000 micro drama crews finished filming projects in Hengdian - one of China's premier production centers<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/05/29/acto

Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, a revered Kenyan author dies at 87

Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o, the revered Kenyan man of letters and voice of dissent who in dozens of fiction and nonfiction books traced his country's history from British imperialism to home-ruled tyranny and challenged not only the stories told but the language u

Onsdag 28. mai 2025

Ben Wang, Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan premiere latest 'Karate Kid' film

Macchio reprises his legendary role alongside Chan, who stars as a Kung Fu teacher. Chan, who has done his share of martial arts movies, talked about how important the first Karate Kid was to him<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a

Mandag 26. mai 2025

Rabat transformed into an open-air museum for annual street art festival

Artists add a pop of color to the Moroccan city of Rabat, covering some of its walls with murals during a street art festival.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/05/26/rabat-transformed-into-an

Søndag 25. mai 2025

Morocco seeks to preserve traditional cooking and recipes through UNESCO project

Morocco has launched a national consultation process for a UNESCO project aiming for the first time to publish an International Atlas of Food Heritage, as well as a digital platform aiming to preserve, promote and popularise these heritage foods for futur

Lørdag 24. mai 2025

Dr. Dre helps open new Compton high school

The hip-hop legend and executive, who grew up nearby, donated $10 million to the campus and its Andre “Dr. Dre” Young Performing Arts Center<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/05/24/dr-dre-help

Egypt wants ancient Christian ruins off UNESCO's list of sites in danger

The historical area centers around Saint Menas, who died in the early days of Christianity and is buried at the site that was inscribed in 1979 on the list of globally treasured natural and cultural sites recognized by the United Nations<div class="small-

Fredag 23. mai 2025

Tarik Saleh returns to Cannes with explosive political thriller ‘Eagles of the Republic’

Described as a sharp critique of authoritarianism under Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sissi, Eagles of the Republic continues Saleh’s unflinching examination of power, morality, and corruption in the Arab world.<div class="small-12 column text-center

Torsdag 22. mai 2025

"Autophagies": so much more than a culinary performance

At the Festival Confit de Cavaillon in southern France, African culinary heritage, dance and music converge into a singular performance that leaves viewers satisfied, both intellectually and physically. It's name: "Autophagies".<div class="small-12 column

UN releases Palace Museum centennial stamps

The United Nations celebrated the upcoming centennial of Beijing's Palace Museum with a stamp launch and exhibition opening at its New York headquarters<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/05/22

Tirsdag 20. mai 2025

Live-action remake of Disney classic 'Lilo & Stitch' opens this week

It tells the story of a lonely young Hawaiian girl, Lilo, who befriends a fugitive alien impersonating a dog, that she names Stitch.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/05/20/live-action-remake-

Mandag 19. mai 2025

Australia’s new African heritage Hub builds culture and community

In Melbourne’s western suburbs, a new space is giving voice to African heritage<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/05/19/australias-new-african-heritage-hub-builds-culture-and-community/?utm_so

Fredag 16. mai 2025

Zimbabwean, European artists collaborate on climate, sustainability

The exhibition at the National Gallery of Zimbabwe showcased creative solutions in music, art, recycling, and even food<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/05/16/zimbabwean-european-artists-coll

Oliver Laxe returns to Cannes with mystical drama "Sirât"

Laxe was joined on the red carpet by cast members Sergi López, Bruno Núñez, Jade Oukid, Tonin Janvier, Richard Bellamy, and Stefania Gadda, who received warm applause from festivalgoers.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="htt

Torsdag 15. mai 2025

Film version of U2 frontman's memoir to premiere at Cannes Film Festival

It tells the story of his journey from Dublin schoolboy to global rock star, driven by his difficult relationship with his father.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.africanews.com/2025/05/15/film-version-of-u2-fr

Chance the Rapper offers fans listening party access via AirBnB

Ahead of the release of his upcoming album, American musician Chance the Rapper has partnered with AirBnb to give fans access to listening parties via the platform's new "experiences" category.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a hr

Cannes: Tom Cruise walks red carpet for latest Mission: Impossible premiere

Actor Tom Cruise appeared on the red carpet at Cannes Film Festival on Wednesday to premiere his latest Mission: Impossible film, called "The Final Reckoning". It is the eigth film of the Mission: Impossible series.<div class="small-12 column text-center