Entertainment

In celebration of the New Year 2025, the Commission of Culture and Sports, in collaboration with the National Holidays Organizing Committee, hosted a musical concert on 31 December at Cinema Roma in the capital, Asmara. The event was attended by a number of government officials, PFDJ members, diplomats, and invited guests. It featured a blend of cultural and national artistic performances, including poetry and dance. The two-hour concert was broadcast […]

The London-based New African magazine (www.NewAfricanMagazine.com) today released its highly anticipated annual listing of the 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024.  The list celebrates the achievements and contributions of Africans from various fields and sectors who have made a positive impact on the continent and the world over the past year. One of New African’s readers likened the Most Influential Africans feature to a ‘large family get-together, where we come together at the end […]

The Basketball Africa League (BAL) (www.BAL.NBA.com) and Hennessy, the world-renowned cognac brand and the Official Spirit of the BAL, will host the second basketball, lifestyle, and entertainment event “BAL IN” Accra at the Bukom Boxing Arena on Friday, Dec. 27.  “BAL IN” Accra, presented by Hennessy, will celebrate the continent’s culture and creativity while converging basketball, fashion, music, art, design, and entertainment. The event's highlight will be a celebrity basketball […]

Three MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) (www.MultiChoice.com) academies across the African continent have graduated yet another talented group of film and TV professionals. The cohort of young graduates join hundreds of recent MTF alumni making a massive impact on the industry.  MultiChoice Africa CEO Fhulu Badugela highlighted the effect that the MTF is having on the creative sector, as she congratulated the graduates on successfully completing their year-long courses. “MTF graduates […]

By Carol Guedes, Consumer Electronics Head of Sales at LG Electronics South Africa (www.LG.com/global/). Have you ever felt the floor shake beneath your feet at a concert? That’s the kind of experience LG’s XBOOM range of party speakers aims to bring to your living room, braai, or wherever the party takes you. These aren’t your average speakers—they’re sonic powerhouses designed to make every gathering unforgettable. Take the flagship XL9T model […]

As we conclude 2024, TikTok (www.TikTok.com) stands as a transformative platform for creators, reshaping the cultural, social, and economic landscapes of Africa. This year, TikTok wasn’t just a platform for trends and challenges—it became a powerhouse for cultural celebration, community building, and entrepreneurial success. From amplifying underrepresented voices to inspiring social change, TikTok empowered creators across Africa to share their stories, build thriving businesses, and foster connections beyond borders. "Throughout […]

The Joburg Film Festival (JFF) in partnership with the MultiChoice Group (www.MultiChoice.com) is proud to announce the theme for the highly anticipated seventh edition of the festival - ‘The Golden Thread – Connected Through Stories’. Set to take place from 11 – 16 March 2025, the festival will explore the profound interconnectedness of our shared human experiences and the timeless value of storytelling. Guided by the festival's tagline, ‘Our Stories. […]

GRAMMY- winning global music superstar Tyla has unveiled her latest track " Tears," created in collaboration with COKE STUDIO™ (www.CokeStudioAfrica.com). To mark the release of the track, Tyla will perform the song live for the first time during a special performance in her hometown of Johannesburg, South Africa, on December 4th. COKE STUDIO™, in collaboration with Spotify, will host an exclusive concert showcasing Tyla's dynamic artistry and sound. "My music […]

Following a record-breaking year for nominations, and a historic first awards ceremony on the African continent, The Earthshot Prize (TEP) is officially open for entries for its 2025 cohort and MultiChoice (www.Multichoice.com) is proud to once again be an official Africa nominator for TEP.  TEP seeks innovative solutions across five critical Earthshots: Protect and Restore Nature; Clean Our Air; Revive Our Oceans; Build a Waste-Free World; and Fix Our Climate.  […]