Pop star Tyla cancels Lagos concert amid South Africa-Nigeria row over immigration
Nigerians on social media had called for a boycott of the show over anti-immigrant protests in South Africa.
31 Jul, 2026
New 210-million-year-old dinosaur species found in Zimbabwe
The new species, named Musango matusadonaensis, was relatively lightly built, weighing an estimated 222 kilogrammes – about the weight of a fully grown pig.
29 Jul, 2026
Africa not waiting: The campaign helping reclaim a continent’s story
Africa No Filter encourages journalists and development organisations to question biased assumptions about the continent before they become headlines.
27 Jul, 2026
Kenya denies Rastafarians the right to religious marijuana
The High Court ruled that the community had failed to show that marijuana was a necessary part of their worship.
16 Jul, 2026
Fatal dog mauling of South African woman sparks calls for tighter rules
South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal residents on alert after lion escapes private reserve
African stars Rema, Tyla to headline US World Cup opening ceremony
Turkish Cuisine Week 2026 to highlight shared culinary heritage
Building with Nature: Francis Kéré’s Sustainable Vision in Dakar
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
30 Mar, 2026
Rap, Resilience and Resistance in Goma
A young artist uses music to bring hope in a conflict zone
11 Mar, 2026
Belleville Youth Spotlighted in Film and Photo Exhibition
Director Hugo Sobelman and photographer Souleymane Fofana showcase creativity and resilience of Afro-descendant youth in Paris.
27 Feb, 2026
Tiwa Savage Launches Music Foundation to Train Africa’s Next Stars
Afrobeats icon partners with Berklee College to offer free world-class training in Lagos
3 Feb, 2026
Kenya warns against cash flower bouquets ahead of Valentines
The Central Bank of Kenya says it does not object to the use of cash as a gift, but such use should not involve any action that alters, damages, or defaces banknotes.
2 Feb, 2026
Trump threatens to sue South African Grammy host Trevor Noah
Comedian Noah, who announced that this will be his final year hosting the Grammys after six turns as emcee, has been light on political commentary in previous years.
