Tuma Basa Recognized as One of Essence Magazine’s 2024 “POWER 40”
Rwandan-American Tumaine Basaninyenzi, better known as Tuma Basa, has been named one of the 40 most influential Black individuals in…
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Viola Davis To Receive Golden Globes’ Cecil B. DeMille Award
Hollywood actress Viola Davis will receive the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the 82nd annual awards ceremony/ on Jan 5,…
Beyoncé to Headline NFL Christmas Day Half-Time Show
Beyoncé will headline the NFL’s half-time show on Christmas Day, marking her first live performance of songs from her latest…
Nigeria’s Chidimma Adetshina Makes History as First Runner-Up at 73rd Miss Universe Pageant
Chidimma Adetshina, the newly crowned Miss Universe Nigeria, has etched her name in history by becoming the first runner-up at…
Mia Le Roux Withdraws from Miss Universe Pageant
South African beauty queen Mia Le Roux has withdrawn from the Miss Universe competition due to health concerns, leaving the…
South Africa’s Tyla Dominates 2024 MTV EMAs
South African rising star Tyla made a splash at the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards in Manchester, England, taking home…
Nigerian Artists Dominate Grammy Nominations; See FULL Nominee List
The nominees for the 67th Annual Grammy Awards have been unveiled, and Nigerian artists have taken center stage, especially in…
Erykah Badu Honored with Fashion Icon Award by CFDA
Erykah Badu has been named the recipient of the Fashion Icon Award by the Council of Fashion Designers of America…
Unveil Africa Fest to Make Debut in Kigali This December
The inaugural Unveil Africa Fest, a celebration of Africa’s rich cultural heritage, will take place in Kigali on December 7…
Quincy Jones, Legendary Music Producer, Dies at 91
Quincy Jones, the iconic music producer, composer, and arranger who shaped the careers of legends like Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra,…
Grand Jury Hearing Witness Claims Footage of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Potentially Victimizing Celebrities
A federal grand jury is currently convening as part of an ongoing criminal investigation into music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs,…
Ron Ely, Star of 1960s ‘Tarzan,’ Dies at 86
Ron Ely, the U.S. actor best known for his role as Tarzan in the 1960s television series, has died at…
Paul Di’Anno, Original Iron Maiden Singer, Dies at 66
Paul Di’Anno, the original lead singer of the heavy metal band Iron Maiden, has died at the age of 66.…
Kevin Kade Set to Thrill Fans with Dubai Debut Show
Rwandan artist Kevin Kade is set to make his debut performance in Dubai, vowing to deliver an unforgettable experience for…
Liam Payne, Former One Direction Member, Dies at 31
Liam Payne, a former member of the boy band One Direction, has died after falling from the third floor of…
Film Inspired by Wole Soyinka’s Memoir Continues Global Festival Circuit
After a successful screening at the Quramo Festival of QFest 2024 in Lagos, Nigeria, “The Man Died,” a feature film…
Gospel Star Israel Mbonyi Announces Tanzania Concerts as Part of East African Tour
Rwanda’s gospel sensation Israel Mbonyi is continuing his busy year with upcoming performances in Tanzania, marking the next stop in…
Canadian Drink Company Faces Controversy Over Cultural Appropriation Remarks by Simu Liu
A Canadian drink company is facing backlash after actor Simu Liu raised questions about cultural appropriation during a recent episode…
Cissy Houston, Grammy-Winning Singer and Mother of Whitney Houston, Dies at 91
Cissy Houston, the Grammy-winning singer and mother of Whitney Houston, has died at the age of 91, according to Gwendolyn…
Johnny Depp Launches Art Exhibition ‘A Bunch of Stuff’
At 61, Johnny Depp is venturing beyond acting with the launch of his new art exhibition, titled “A Bunch of…