Entertainment
Natasha Mumba: Carrying Zambian Stories to the World
Natasha Mumba is part of a growing generation of African cultural leaders reshaping how African stories are created, presented, and received on the global stage. Rooted in Zambia and deeply connected to the Copperbelt, her work sits at the intersection of storytelling, performance, and cultural advocacy, centering African voices while pushing them confidently beyond borders. […]
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Canada and South Africa Update Film Co-Production Treaty, Expanding Global Opportunities for African Cinema
Canada and South Africa have formally entered a new chapter in their creative partnership with the implementation of a revised audiovisual co-production treaty, a move that is already being described as one of the most consequential policy updates for the African screen industry in recent years. Effective from 1 January 2026, the updated agreement replaces […]
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A New Era for Artists: Release Music for Free and Keep 100 percent of Your Earnings
There’s a quiet revolution happening in the music scene, and it’s putting full power back into the hands of artists. Afromail Music is offering musicians a rare deal: upload your music and videos for free and walk away with 100 percent of your earnings. No middlemen, no crazy cuts, no complicated contracts. For upcoming artists, […]
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How Young Creatives Are Funding Their Own Films
The film industry has long been dominated by big studios and fat budgets, but a new wave of young creatives is flipping the script. Today, filmmakers in their twenties and early thirties are taking control of their own stories, proving that passion and resourcefulness can outweigh deep pockets. Crowdfunding Comes to the RescuePlatforms like Kickstarter, […]
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Ciara Turns 40 in Style — Celebrating Lagos, Fashion, and the Spirit of Africa
American music icon Ciara marked her 40th birthday in true queen style and where better to celebrate than Lagos, Nigeria, the beating heart of African creativity, fashion, and music. Her visit was more than just a party; it was a statement. Africa isn’t just influencing global culture, it is the culture. During her time in […]
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Africa’s Media Powerhouses: Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa Leading the Transformation
Across the African continent, a quiet revolution is unfolding, one led by creators, innovators, and storytellers determined to reshape how Africa is seen and heard. At the heart of this movement stand three giants: Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa. Each, in its own way, is defining the next chapter of Africa’s media evolution. Nigeria: The […]
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Tanzania’s Bongo Flava: Rewriting Africa’s Sound
When it comes to contemporary African music, few genres carry the vibrancy, storytelling, and cultural depth of Tanzania’s Bongo Flava. Emerging from the streets of Dar es Salaam in the 1990s, Bongo Flava has grown from a local urban expression into a continental force, influencing artists, listeners, and the soundscape of Africa itself. The Roots […]
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Namibia Unveils Plans for First Film and Creative City
The Namibian government has announced a bold new initiative to establish the country’s first Film and Creative City, a groundbreaking project set to be developed as a Special Economic Zone (SEZ). The move positions Namibia as an emerging leader in Africa’s creative and cultural industries, with the potential to transform the nation into a regional […]
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Thuso Mbedu Shines in New American Crime Drama Task
South Africa’s very own Thuso Mbedu has once again proven why she’s one of Africa’s most celebrated acting exports. The Emmy-nominated actress stars in Task, a gripping new American crime drama series led by Hollywood heavyweight Mark Ruffalo. Premiering on September 7, the series has already become one of 2025’s standout shows. Early reception has […]
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Kenya Eyes Recording Academy Africa Hub in Nairobi
Kenya is making bold moves to cement its place as a powerhouse in Africa’s creative and entertainment industries. According to recent media reports, President William Ruto has reportedly pledged KSh 500 million (approximately USD 3.9 million) toward efforts to establish a Recording Academy Africa hub in Nairobi. The proposed initiative is said to include building […]
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