Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – In a vibrant prelude to Carnival, followers of Afro-Brazilian religions performed a sweeping cleansing ritual at Rio’s iconic Sambadrome on Saturday, invoking peace and ancestral protection for the festivities ahead. Ritual of Purification Dressed in traditional white, practitioners of Umbanda and Candomblé danced along the…
Accra, Ghana – Tributes have been pouring in from across Ghana and around the world following the death of Ebo Taylor, the legendary guitarist, composer, and bandleader whose six-decade career helped shape modern popular music in West Africa. Taylor, often described as one of the founding fathers of contemporary highlife,…
Accra, Ghana – Legendary Ghanaian guitarist, composer, and bandleader Ebo Taylor has died at the age of 90, his family confirmed. Widely regarded as one of the architects of modern highlife and a key influence on Afrobeat, Taylor’s music shaped generations across Africa and beyond. A Life in Music Born…
Nairobi, Kenya – Popular Kenyan YouTuber Trudy Juma, widely known as Miss Trudy, has shared an emotional message of hope and encouragement to women struggling with infertility and miscarriages, following the birth of her first child. In a heartfelt post shared on Monday, February 9, 2026, a day after announcing…
Sahara Desert – For seven days, dancers, musicians, and craftspeople from dozens of communities across the Sahara gather to celebrate one of the region’s most vibrant cultural festivals. This year, Niger was the guest of honour, joining groups from Mali, Morocco, Mauritania, and Burkina Faso in a showcase of desert…
Taliah Myles is a rising force in Kenya’s fashion scene, blending creativity, courage, and purpose. Based in Nairobi, she is both a fashion model and designer whose work reflects a deep belief in equality within the creative industry. Taliah is driven by the idea that female creatives deserve the same…
Kiganjo, Gatundu South – Aspiring politician Aloise Kinyanjui has officially confirmed his intention to marry his partner, Ann, after hosting a vibrant and culturally rich ruracio ceremony that blended tradition with high-profile glamour. The event, held at an exclusive garden in Kiganjo, attracted a large gathering of politicians, celebrities, and…
Mississippi, USA – Brad Arnold, the lead singer and co-founder of the Grammy-nominated rock band 3 Doors Down, has died at the age of 47 after a battle with Stage 4 kidney cancer. The band announced on Saturday, February 7, 2026, that Arnold “passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones,…
Isiolo, Kenya – Prankster and content creator Nicki Bigfish has become the second Kenyan to embrace the fast-rising In Real Life (IRL) streaming trend, following in the footsteps of his colleague Vindee, who pioneered the format locally. Nicki’s first IRL stream took place on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from Isiolo,…
Kenyan musician, recording and performing artist Alvino Flexxers is steadily carving out a powerful space in the country’s vibrant gospel music scene. Based in Nairobi, Alvino has been winning hearts with his heartfelt sound, authentic message, and a clear sense of purpose that goes beyond entertainment. His music speaks to…