Highest Grossing African Movies in 2024 According to Data
Nigeria’s entertainment industry, Nollywood, is the second largest film industry globally, after Bollywood and ahead of Hollywood.
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Coinplay: the new online and live bitcoin casino
The new online and live bitcoin casino at Coinplay works by allowing players to bet on the outcome of live casino games with cryptocurrency.
South Africa's Stars Shine in Thebe Magugu's New Lobola-Inspired Fashion Collection
The collection, which creatively weaves elements of the lobola ceremony into its designs, was recently showcased by a diverse array of South Africa's talent.
East African Gospel Star Christina Shusho Stirs Controversy in Kenya with New Song
In her song, sung in Swahili, Shusho recounts the story of "Zakayo, the chief of tax collectors and a wealthy man. He sought to see what kind of person Jesus was..."
Renowned South African Ndebele Artist Esther Mahlangu Awarded Honorary Math Doctorate by Unisa
Dr. Mahlangu's artistic achievements include being the first woman artist commissioned to design a BMW car in 1999, transforming it into the inaugural "African Art Car."
Prestigious Cannes Competition; Egyptian Film Earns a Pickup
Directed by the Egyptian duo Nada Riyadh and Ayman El Amir, the documentary was filmed over a span of four years, capturing the personal and collective journey of these young women.
Canal+ Launches $2.9 Billion Mandatory Offer to Acquire MultiChoice
Canal+, which already holds the position as the largest shareholder in MultiChoice, appears determined to consolidate its influence over the African media landscape.
Ugandan Music Band Arrested for Criticizing President’s Speech
The musicians are currently being held at the Kampala Central Police Station and face charges of insulting the president, as evidenced by court documents available to the press.
Egyptian Surgeon turned comedian Embarks on European Comedy Tour
Youssef, renowned for his sharp wit and incisive commentary, rose to fame following his viral videos that satirized state-run media in the wake of the Arab Spring.
Nigerian Celebrity Arrested for Banknote Abuse
Authorities, speaking with the BBC, explained that Bobrisky's actions involved "spraying" money - a practice where banknotes are thrown into the air as a gesture of appreciation or celebration