Entertainment

Over 40 years after rhinos were wiped out in Uganda due to poaching and political turmoil, conservation efforts at Ziwa Ranch have brought them back in remarkable numbers. Ziwa Ranch, once a cattle farm, now serves as a protected sanctuary where 48 southern white rhinos roam freely—the country’s only population living in the wild. This success […]

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Temi Otedola, the daughter of one of Nigeria’s richest men, and Afrobeats star Mr Eazi celebrated their love with not one but three spectacular weddings across Monaco, Dubai, and Iceland. Their journey began with an intimate legal ceremony in Monte Carlo, Monaco, attended by the couple and a few witnesses. It was followed by a vibrant Yoruba […]

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Jay-Z’s Roc Nation Sports International (RNSI) has made a bold leap into African football, signing eight rising stars from six countries in a move signaling deep, long-term investment. From South Africa’s Neo Bohloko to Ghana’s Ali Umar, the agency is spotlighting Africa’s untapped football talent. While this isn’t RNSI’s first foray into African football—the agency signed 17-year-old Emile Witbooi […]

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The inaugural Connie Chiume International Youth Film Festival takes place on 18 and 19 July 2025 at Sibikwa Arts Centre in Benoni, Gauteng. The two-day event will feature screenings, workshops, awards and industry-focused sessions aimed at honouring the legacy of the late actress Connie Chiume and empowering emerging African filmmakers. This year’s festival is especially […]

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Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr has taken a major leap in her global music journey by signing with JAY-Z’s Roc Nation. The deal, confirmed after Roc Nation teased her new single “Hot Body” online, marks a strategic partnership to boost her international reach, especially in the US and Europe. Though still signed to Nigeria’s Mavin Records, Starr’s addition to Roc […]

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The road to the Mrs South Africa 2025 crown has officially begun, with 30 married women announced as finalists following a vibrant semi-final week at Hotel Sky in Sandton. Over three days, contestants impressed judges through interviews, swimwear showcases, and leadership assessments. Under Joani Jacobs’ leadership, Mrs SA has evolved into a top-tier empowerment and mentorship program […]

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Angélique Kidjo has made history as the first Black African artist to be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, joining the class of 2026 alongside stars like Miley Cyrus, Demi Moore, and Shaquille O’Neal. The 64-year-old Beninese singer, celebrated globally for her genre-defying sound blending West African rhythms with jazz, funk, and R&B, […]

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Once terrified of spiders, Nigerian-born photographer Dara Ojo now champions their conservation—and that of other insects—through stunning close-up shots. Ojo, who currently lives in Canada, began photographing insects during China’s COVID-19 lockdown. His goal was to fill the visual gap in nature photography with vibrant, ultra-detailed images of critters like beetles, moths, and spiders. Ojo’s work […]

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The Arab World Institute’s Mystery of Cleopatra exhibition offers a captivating journey into the life and legacy of one of history’s most iconic rulers. Running from June 2025 to January 2026 in Paris, the show reclaims Cleopatra VII from centuries of myth and male-dominated narratives. Instead of her romantic relationships, it chooses to spotlight her political prowess […]

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South Sudanese models are taking the global fashion world by storm, celebrated for their striking beauty, height, and radiant dark skin. Rising stars like Arop Akol and Akur Goi follow in the footsteps of icons like Alek Wek and Adut Akech, gracing top runways from Paris to Milan. But behind the glamour lie stories of resilience—many […]

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