Africa’s mother tongues find new life as diaspora connects with roots
Africa’s mother tongues are finding new life as youth connect with roots and relatives
6 Sep, 2026
Somalia moves to establish national council of Islamic scholars
Parliament is discussing a proposed law that sets out the legal basis, institutional structure, duties and functions of the Somali Council of Islamic Scholars.
29 Aug, 2026
Mali veteran musician Keita cancels South Africa shows over ‘xenophobic violence’
Keita said he could not ignore the reports of xenophobic violence against his African brothers and sisters.
26 Aug, 2026
Angelique Kidjo becomes first African musician to receive Hollywood Walk of Fame star
Angelique Kidjo was feted by film stars and music industry titans as she unveiled the star on the busy thoroughfare.
19 Aug, 2026
Alleged killer of American rapper Tupac Shakur goes on trial
Pop star Tyla cancels Lagos concert amid South Africa-Nigeria row over immigration
New 210-million-year-old dinosaur species found in Zimbabwe
Africa not waiting: The campaign helping reclaim a continent’s story
Kenya denies Rastafarians the right to religious marijuana
13 Jul, 2026
Fatal dog mauling of South African woman sparks calls for tighter rules
One dog is at large while two dogs have been humanely euthanised.
9 Jun, 2026
South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal residents on alert after lion escapes private reserve
The warning comes as wildlife authorities in Mpumalanga recently concluded another operation involving a lion on the loose.
9 May, 2026
African stars Rema, Tyla to headline US World Cup opening ceremony
The stars will perform at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on June 12 before the first World Cup game in the United States.
6 May, 2026
Turkish Cuisine Week 2026 to highlight shared culinary heritage
The annual celebration focuses on stories, traditions, cultural memory behind Turkish food
24 Apr, 2026
Building with Nature: Francis Kéré’s Sustainable Vision in Dakar
A new cultural center shows how local materials and climate-smart design can shape the future of architecture
16 Apr, 2026
UK Museum Entry Fee Proposal Sparks Global Restitution Debate
Critics argue charging visitors to view contested artefacts raises ethical concerns amid ongoing calls for their return.
15 Apr, 2026
South Africa Returns Ancestral Remains and Heritage Artefacts to Zimbabwe
Historic repatriation marks a step toward justice and reconciliation after decades of colonial-era dispossession.
10 Apr, 2026
Kano Durbar Festival: A Majestic Display of Hausa Heritage
A vibrant celebration of tradition, power, and identity in northern Nigeria’s cultural capital.
10 Apr, 2026
The Great Mosque of Agadez: A Timeless Symbol of Sahelian Heritage
An architectural masterpiece in earthen design, embodying centuries of spiritual, cultural, and historical significance in Niger.
1 Apr, 2026
Lion King Chant Dispute Sparks Debate Over Culture and Comedy
Experts and public divided as lawsuit questions boundaries of artistic expression
