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2 Writers of African Descent Announced as Finalists of 2023 RBC Bronwen Wallace Award for Emerging Writers
2 Writers of African Descent Announced as Finalists of 2023 RBC Bronwen Wallace Award for Emerging Writers

The writers, who are the only finalists of African descent, were nominated for their short…

Isele Magazine Announces 2023 Isele Prizes Winners
Isele Magazine Announces 2023 Isele Prizes Winners

The winners, who were selected from over 160 submissions, will walk away with a cash…

"Stylebender," a Documentary on Israel Adesanya, Set to Premiere at Tribeca Film Festival
“Stylebender,” a Documentary on Israel Adesanya, Set to Premiere at Tribeca Film Festival

Stylebender follows Adesanya through the ups and downs of his childhood and career, tapping into…

KZN Film Commission Flags Off Applications for the 2023 Development Funding Programme

Filmmakers based in KZN can submit their unconventional stories to the commission on or before…

Wizkid, Tems, Kizz Daniel Set to Perform at 2023 Essence Festival of Culture

The festival will be held from June 29-July 3, 2023, at the Caesars Superdome in…

Margaret Busby Named New President of English PEN

Busby will take over the role from British-French author and lawyer, Philippe Sands. By Hope…

Inaugural Evaristo Prize for African Poetry Announces 2023 Shortlist

The Evaristo Prize for African Poetry, formerly known as the Brunel International African Poetry Prize,…

Shameela Seedat’s Film, “African Moot,” Set for Special Screenings in South Africa

The documentary captures the intense moments of the Moot Competition held in Botswana. By Helena…

Spotify Launches Beat School to Celebrate African Music

The initiative, launched on the 19th of April, 2023, is a series that brings together…

Ivorian Writer, Gauz, Shortlisted for 2023 International Booker Prize

This year’s shortlist, described by the chair of judges as “a list of remarkable variety,”…