Arts/Culture
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Smithsonian’s Teaching Africa Day 2025 to celebrate African dance
The Smithsonian National Museum of African Art in Washington, D.C. will mark its 10th annual Teaching Africa Day on September 13,…
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KIDZAFEST brings African culture to life at The Kennedy Center
Photo: Ghanaian actor, Adjetey Anang (insert) with Mzansi Youth Choir / © Sankofa Foundation Incorporated. Exceptional theatrical production, KIDZAFEST (Kids…
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Ghana’s Ningo Chief reaffirms peace efforts at Homowo rituals
In April when the Paramount Chief of Ningo Traditional Area, Nene Osroagbo Djangmah XII, was enstooled as the rightful heir…
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Abi-Eve readies Maryland for 3rd annual African Royal Ball event
The Ghanaian community in Hagerstown, Maryland, United States, is set to host its annual African Royal Ball event, which is…
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New designers shine at Fashion Finest Africa’s Epic Show 2025
The city of Lagos, Nigeria, hosted the celebration of innovation, culture, and creativity as emerging designers from across Africa, Europe,…
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Angélique Kidjo now first Black African on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Beninese singer, global cultural icon, and five-time Grammy winner, Angélique Kidjo has been announced as the first Black African performer…
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Netherlands returns 119 stolen Nigerian artefacts after 120 years
After more than 120 years in foreign hands, a trove of 119 ancient sculptures stolen from the Kingdom of Benin…
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Women take centre stage at 26th Gnaoua and World Music Festival
The 26th edition of the Gnaoua and World Music Festival was held in Essaouira, Morocco, with its traditional parade through…
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Pre-colonial Zambian writing system revises African history
Photo: Mulenga Kapwepwe looks at one of 20 pristine leather cloaks in the Swedish archive collected during an expedition between…
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Book Review — Adinkra Wisdom by Rosemond Sarpong Owens
The book “Adinkra Wisdom from Our African Ancestors” by Rosemond Sarpong Owens presents an illuminating and personal journey into the…
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