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Chad’s “At the Heart of Art” Festival Ends with Call to Empower Youth Through Culture

The third edition of the “At the Heart of Art” festival has concluded in N’Djamena’s Bakara district, bringing together hundreds of young participants, international artists, and local performers in a…

Africa News Now May 13, 2026

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Cape Town Minstrels Parade Fills Streets With Music, History and Colour

Thousands of performers flooded the streets of Cape Town on Monday for the annual Minstrels’ Parade, known locally as the Kaapse Klopse, turning the city into a vibrant display of…

Africa News Now January 5, 2026

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Uganda’s Museveni and Bobi Wine Cleared to Face Off in 2026 Presidential Election

Uganda’s Electoral Commission has officially cleared President Yoweri Museveni and opposition leader Bobi Wine to contest the country’s 2026 general elections, setting the stage for a generational showdown between the…

Africa News Now September 26, 2025

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Senegalese Music Star Waly Seck Charged in High-Profile Money Laundering Case

Senegalese pop star Waly Ibrahima Seck, son of the late music legend Thione Seck, has been formally charged with criminal conspiracy and money laundering linked to a luxury vehicle deal…

Africa News Now September 25, 2025

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Recording Academy Inducts Davido as Voting Member on the Grammys

Nigerian Afrobeats icon Davido has officially been inducted as a voting member of the Recording Academy, the body responsible for the Grammy Awards. The move gives him a direct voice…

Africa News Now September 25, 2025

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Avignon Festival Honors Arabic Icon Umm Kulthum with Moving Musical Tribute

The Avignon Festival in southern France paid a powerful tribute to the Arabic language and the legendary Egyptian singer Umm Kulthum, marking 50 years since her death with a spectacular…

Africa News Now July 15, 2025

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Burna Boy Drops Star-Studded Album ‘No Sign of Weakness’ as Afrobeats Global Influence Grows

Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Burna Boy has released his much-anticipated album No Sign of Weakness, a star-packed celebration of resilience and creativity. The album, which dropped on Friday, July 11, features…

Africa News Now July 10, 2025

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Shatta Wale Endorses President Mahama, Urges Youth to Back Government for Economic Gains

Ghanaian dancehall icon Shatta Wale has publicly endorsed President John Mahama, calling on young people to support the current administration to improve their financial prospects. The endorsement came during a…

Africa News Now July 10, 2025

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Angélique Kidjo Becomes First Black African Honored on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Beninese music legend Angélique Kidjo has made history as the first Black African artist to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, marking a groundbreaking moment for African…

Africa News Now July 4, 2025

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Tems Launches Leading Vibe Initiative to Empower African Women in Music

Nigerian Grammy-winning singer Tems has officially launched the Leading Vibe Initiative, a mentorship and career development programme aimed at empowering young women in the African music industry. The initiative, unveiled…

Africa News Now July 3, 2025

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Boston Declares “Burna Boy Day” to Honor Grammy-Winning Artist’s Historic TD Garden Performance

In a historic move, the city of Boston, Massachusetts, has declared March 2, as “Burna Boy Day” to honor the Grammy-winning Nigerian artist’s remarkable achievement in the music industry. This…

Africa News Now March 3, 2025