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Alain Mabanckou Stresses Reading’s Importance for Young African Writers at Marrakech Festival

MARRAKECH—During the second edition of the African Book Festival of Marrakech (FLAM), celebrated Congolese writer Alain Mabanckou underscored the significance of reading in honing the talents of young African writers. Mabanckou, in his conversation wi...

FLAM Explores the Impact of Writers in African Society at Marrakech Festival

MARRAKECH — The second edition of the Festival of the African book of Marrakech (FLAM) held on Friday spotlighted the significant role of writers in African society and the profound impact of literature on societal awareness. The conference served as ...

Bungoma Artists Rally Behind Creative Industry Bill 2023 for Enhanced Opportunities

BUNGOMA – Artists and content creators from Bungoma County have voiced their support for the Creative Economy Policy and the Creative Industry Bill 2023, citing the potential benefits for their talents in terms of market access and credit facilities. K...

Ouahigouya Hosts Inaugural Edition of the Book and Arts Festival

OUAHIGOYA, Burkina Faso — The first edition of the Book and Arts Festival (FELIART) was launched in Ouahigouya on January 21, 2024, by the Sportive Academy Omnisports association (ASAO). The event, aiming to promote literacy and artistic appreciation ...

West African Artists Rally Support for Security Forces through Graffiti at Ouagadougou Festival

OUAGADOUGOU, Burkina - During the ongoing Saha International Graffiti Festival (FIGS) in Ouagadougou, West African artists have been using their talents to convey messages of support for soldiers battling terrorism in the Sahel. The festival, now in i...

Luanda Commemorates 448th Anniversary with Cultural Festivities

Luanda: The capital of Angola, Luanda, commenced its 448th-anniversary celebrations on Monday with a cultural event held at Independence Square. The city, which was founded on January 25, 1576, marks its anniversary on January 25 each year. Accordin...

Forbes Africa Celebrates African Excellence at the Apartés d’Abidjan Event in Abidjan

Abidjan - The city of Abidjan hosted the inaugural edition of the Apartés d'Abidjan, an event by Forbes Africa, marking a significant moment in the Ivorian economic capital. This gathering became the highlight of the year's end in Abidjan, attracting t...

Accra Fashion Week 2023: A Fusion of Style and Empowerment

Accra Fashion Week (AFWK23) is set to take place at the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum from December 13 to 17, 2023, attracting creators from over 10 different countries to Ghana for this momentous event.According to Africa News Agency, With a vast pool of 15...

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Kakamega County Public Service Board Sworn In During Ceremony at Bukhungu Stadium

Kakamega: Governor Fernandes Barasa presided over the swearing-in of the newly appointed members of the Kakamega County Public Service Board (KCPSB) during a ceremony held at Bukhungu Stadium. The governor expressed confidence in the new board, saying...
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Call for Peace During Slain Legislator’s Burial

Homa Bay: Homa Bay County Commissioner Moses Lilan has asked residents to maintain peace ahead of and during the burial of the slain Kasipul MP Charles Ongondo Were. Lilan emphasized the need for a peaceful environment to allow the bereaved family to ...

Red Cross Scales Up Flood Preparedness in Mombasa Amid Heavy Rains

Mombasa: The Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) has intensified its disaster preparedness and response measures in Mombasa County following ongoing heavy rains that have affected parts of the region over the past two days. According to Kenya News Agency...

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Football: Seychelles drawn in group B of Cosafa with defending champion

Seychelles' men's national football team will face a tough test in the 2023 Hollywoodbets Cosafa Cup in Durban after having been drawn in the group with the title-holder Zambia.The Seychelles' side is in group B with Zambia, Malawi, and Comoros. While ...