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Seychelles: President Herminie Attends “NOU MENM” Spectacle in Commemoration of the Abolition of Slavery

President Herminie has declared 1st February a public holiday, officially recognising the Abolition of Slavery as a National Day of Remembrance

The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Dr Patrick Herminie together with First Lady Mrs Véronique Herminie, yesterday attended NOU MENM, a powerful cultural spectacle held at the International Conference Centre of Seychelles (ICCS) in commemoration of the Abolition of Slavery. The event, organised by the Department of Tourism and…

All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA)

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    • Left to Right: Victoria Nkong, Associate Producer, All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA); Best Male Artiste Eastern Africa, Juma Jux; and Seleman Mabisso, Acting Assistant Director of the Music Department at the National Arts Council of Tanzania, BASATA during the Media and Stakeholders Parley held to review the impact of the awards on the region’s music industry, at the Urban by City Blue Hotel, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania... recently
    • L-R: Victoria Nkong, Associate Producer, All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) and AFRIMA’s Best Male Artiste Eastern Africa, Juma Jux, during the Media and Stakeholders Parley held to review the impact of the awards on the region’s music industry, at the Urban by City Blue Hotel, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania... recently
    • L-R: Tanzanian music director, Folex, who won AFRIMA’s Best Music Video of the Year, Victoria Nkong, Associate Producer, All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), Best Male Artiste Eastern Africa, Juma Jux; and Seleman Mabisso, Acting Assistant Director of the Music Department at the National Arts Council of Tanzania, BASATA, during the Media and Stakeholders Parley held to review the impact of the awards on the region’s music industry, at the Urban by City Blue Hotel, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania... recently
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Winning All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) ‘Life-Changing’ Say Juma Jux, Folex as Stakeholders Meet in Tanzania

The 9th AFRIMA was held from January 7 to 11, 2026, in Lagos, Nigeria, and was organised by the African Union Commission and the International Executive Committee of AFRIMA, in partnership with the Lagos State Government as the Official Host City

Fresh from their victories at the 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) (https://AFRIMA.org) in Lagos, Nigeria, Tanzanian stars Juma Jux and Folex have described the platform as a major driver of global visibility for African creatives, as industry stakeholders met in Dar es Salaam to review the impact of the…

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See the beachfront cultural fest lifting Gambian tourism

The festival featured live music, traditional wrestling, volleyball, art exhibitions and small businesses showcasing their products and services

For years, the beaches in the Gambia were simply a weekend spot for families and friends to relax. That changed when the first Perreh Bi Fest transformed the beach into a scene of cultural parades, music, sports and entrepreneurship – creating a new attraction for Gambian tourism. The festival featured live music, traditional…

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    • Adviser, from Mauritania, receiving an award at the 9th edition of AFRIMA Awards held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos on Sunday, January 11, 2026
    • Innoss B of DRC, performing on stage at the 9th edition of AFRIMA Awards held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos on Sunday, January 11, 2026
    • Rema, from Nigeria, receiving the African Artiste of the Year award at the 9th edition of AFRIMA Awards held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos on Sunday, January 11, 2026
    • Weeha from Ethiopia performing at the 9th edition of AFRIMA Awards held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos on Sunday, January 11, 2026
    • Yo Maps from Zambia receiving an award at the 9th edition of AFRIMA Awards held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos on Sunday, January 11, 2026
    • DJ Mo Green, a French DJ of Algerian descendant receiving an award at the 9th edition of AFRIMA Awards held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos on Sunday, January 11, 2026
    • Weeha from Ethiopia displays her award at the 9th edition of AFRIMA Awards held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos on Sunday, January 11, 2026
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9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA): Africa under One Roof as Delegates, Artistes from 48 Countries Participate

...Côte d'Ivoire, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Guinea, S'Africa, DR Congo shine

The 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) (https://AFRIMA.org) once again proved why it is regarded as Africa’s biggest music awards platform, as artistes, delegates and industry stakeholders from at least  48 African countries came together in Lagos, Nigeria, to celebrate the continent’s rich and diverse musical excellence.…

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Eni, Claudia Host All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) Red Carpet as Tosyn, Ariane Lead Fashion Watch

Speaking on the exciting Red Carpet line-up, Victoria Nkong, AFRIMA Associate Producer, said the selection reflects AFRIMA’s vision of blending music, fashion and African excellence on one global stage

All eyes will be on the Red Carpet as the 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) (https://AFRIMA.org) rolls out one of its most glamorous moments, with top media and fashion personalities set to lead the show. The Red Carpet is expected to start at 3:30 PM (WAT) on Sunday, January 11,…

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    • Lagos, FirstBank, Guinness, The Address Homes, Swedish Government, Gobet247, Utilita, others Lead 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) Sponsorship Line-Up
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Lagos, FirstBank, Guinness, The Address Homes, Swedish Government, Gobet247, Utilita, others Lead 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) Sponsorship Line-Up

The 9th edition, themed “Unstoppable Africa,” has attracted support from key sectors including finance, real estate, beverages, digital platforms, media, hospitality and international cultural institutions

The Lagos State Government, First Bank of Nigeria, Guinness Nigeria, The Address Homes, the Government of Sweden, Gobet247 and several other major organisations have thrown their weight as sponsors behind the 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) (https://AFRIMA.org), scheduled to hold from January 7 to 11, 2026,…

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    • L-R: Kira Claude, Directeur, Espace Culturel Gambidi, Fihr Kettani, Président, Fédération des Industries Culturelles et Créatives, Dorine Rurashitse, Directrice Générale Afrcalia, Mike Dada, President, All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), Aya Kharchafi, Fondatrice et Directrice, The Musical Academy, Dorcy Rugamba, Directeur Artistique et Général, Triennale de Kigali and Abdramane Kamate, Directeur Général Marché des Arts du Spectacle d’Abidjan during the 3rd Moroccan Forum of Cultural and Creative Industries (CCI) forum to discuss the future of Africa’s cultural sector held December 11 to 14, 2025 in Rabat, Morocco
    • Aya Kharchafi, Fondatrice et Directrice, The Musical Academy, with Mike Dada, President, All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), at the 3rd Moroccan Forum of Cultural and Creative Industries (CCI) forum to discuss the future of Africa’s cultural sector held December 11 to 14, 2025, in Rabat, Morocco
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All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) President, Global Experts Map Out New Direction for Culture at Morocco Forum

Mr Dada highlighted AFRIMA’s work with the African Union and how the awards platform has helped to project African music to a global audience

The President of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) (https://AFRIMA.org), Mr Mike Dada, joined leading cultural and creative industry experts from across the world to discuss the future of Africa’s cultural sector at the 3rd Moroccan Forum of Cultural and Creative Industries (CCI) in Rabat, Morocco. The event, which took…

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    • @michelle_expert (South Africa), Runners Up Education Creator of the Year
    • Abena Amoakoaa Sintim-Aboagye (chefabbys) Runners Up Food Creator of the Year
    • Belove Oloch, Winner Entertainment Creator of the Year
    • Brian Nwana @briannwana (Nigeria), Winner Storyteller of the Year
    • Crown Uzama @theycallmeshallipopipp (Nigeria), Artist of the Year
    • Dejoke Ogunbiy from Nigeria, Winner Food Creator of the Year
    • Esther Francis @estherfrancisbackup (Nigeria), Runner Up Rising Star creator of the Year
    • Fanuel John Masamaki @zerobrainer0 (Tanzania), Video Creator of the Year
    • Izzi Boye @izziboye (Nigeria), Winner Education Creator of the Year
    • Jabulani Macdonald @jabu_macdonald (South Africa), Runner Up Entertainment Creator of the Year
    • malumfoodie, Winner of the Food Creator of the Year
    • Raja’atu Muhammed Ibrahim @diaryofanortherncook (Nigeria), Winner creator of the Year
    • Victor Ademola(Nigeria) Runner -Up for Sports Creator of the Year
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A New Era, New Icons: TikTok Honours Africa’s Biggest Creators of 2025

Under the bold theme “New Era, New Icons,” TikTok honoured the creators who are reshaping culture, storytelling, and digital influence across the region

The TikTok (www.TikTok.com) community has spoken, and Africa has crowned its newest icons. The 2025 TikTok Awards Sub-Saharan Africa lit up Johannesburg on 6 December, marking a powerful moment in the continent’s rapidly evolving creator landscape. Under the bold theme “New Era, New Icons,” TikTok honoured the creators who are…

AFRICA24 Group
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The AFRICA24 Group presents : Visa for Music 2025

This edition of Visa For Music, held in Rabat, Morocco, aims to be a vibrant cultural crossroads, bringing together artists, professionals and festival-goers around a rich and diverse programme

From November 19 to 22, 2025, the AFRICA24 Group (https://Africa24TV.com) will offer exceptional coverage of the 12th edition of the Visa For Music Festival 2025, a major event celebrating the cultural richness of Africa, the Middle East and beyond, through a vibrant and eclectic programme. This edition of Visa For…

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The Africa24 Group offers you: The Francophone African Music Industry Exhibition (SIMA2025)

An event that brings together artists, producers, and professionals to structure and develop the pan-African music ecosystem

From November 13 to 14, 2025, the AFRICA24 Group (https://Africa24TV.com) will offer exceptional coverage of the second edition of the Francophone African Music Industry Exhibition, held under the theme: Promoting and financing Francophone African music: from potential to proof. This edition of SIMA2025 is an event open to music lovers…