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fromCN Traveller
1 day ago

The one question to ask before booking a safari

Crowds significantly impact the quality of a safari experience, making space for both visitors and wildlife crucial for enjoyment.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Story of Black British music writ large in first exhibition at V&A East

The V&A East's exhibition 'The Music is Black' showcases the evolution of Black British music from Africa to contemporary genres.
Music production
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Nobody knows what works. There's a lot of panic': can African pop get back to global success?

Afrobeats is experiencing a decline in global popularity, with established artists feeling the pressure to adapt and survive.
Skiing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Gusheshe against the grain: South Africa's car spinning culture in pictures

Car spinning, or gusheshe, evolved from a township pastime into a recognized sport in post-apartheid Johannesburg.
Arts
fromFuncheap
1 week ago

MoAD: Museum of the African Diaspora Free Museum Day (SF)

MoAD celebrates Black cultures and offers free admission days to promote community engagement.
Music
fromDefector
2 weeks ago

Brazilian Funk Continues Innovating Methods For Getting Your Shit Rocked | Defector

Brazilian funk is a deep and evolving genre that incorporates diverse rhythms and styles, offering a thrilling musical journey for listeners.
#hip-hop
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

Cuban Rumba Jam: Play, Sing, Dance & Enjoy | Berkeley

Rumba event at La Peña Cultural Center features Afro-Cuban music and dance every 1st and 3rd Sunday, encouraging community participation.
Music production
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Various artists: Asili ya Mama review Tanzanian field recordings tell women's stories with an energetic trill

Women have historically and presently played a vital role in folk song collecting, as demonstrated by Tanzanian field recordings showcasing their cultural contributions.
Music production
fromPitchfork
1 week ago

Samba Jean-Baptiste: +3

Samba Jean-Baptiste's album +3 blends avant-rap and R&B with experimental elements, showcasing a refined approach to song structure and emotional depth.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Long-planned Nubian Square jazz club finally secures funding

"We believe our company will be a force in contributing to how the next iterations of cultural development in Boston will be implemented," Banfield said in a statement.
Boston food
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Johannes Radebe: I had always been warned to wear my flesh underwear. I did not that day'

Johannes Radebe is a celebrated dancer and performer, known for his achievements in dance and his recent memoir.
Arts
fromVogue
3 weeks ago

In Tribeca, a Pillar of Cape Town's Artistic Community Finds New Ground

Southern Guild opens a new gallery in Tribeca, New York, after learning from its previous Los Angeles location, emphasizing fresh energy and confidence.
SOMA, SF
fromJuxtapoz
1 month ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Cinga Samson "Ukuphuthelwa" @ White Cube Gallery, NYC

Cinga Samson's exhibition 'Ukuphuthelwa' explores sleeplessness as spiritual alertness through paintings that reflect on the nature of representation and symbols.
fromArchDaily
3 weeks ago

Choreographing Lagos: Dele Adeyemo on Dance, Cosmology, and Spatial Practices

Eshu's proverb tells both a story of reparation and of ancestrality by joyfully bending spacetime conventions and accessing subjects from the past with present actions.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Lebo M sues comedian Learnmore Jonasi claiming Circle of Life misrepresentation

The lawsuit accuses the Zimbabwean comedian Learnmore Mwanyenyeka, known as Learnmore Jonasi, of intentionally mistranslating the chant, which launches the 1994 movie and is central to staged versions as well as Disney's 2019 remake.
Intellectual property law
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

From Brooklyn to the stage: Timi Dre brings a global sound to SOB's | amNewYork

Timi Dre blends Afrobeats, Konpa, and R&B, creating a unique sound reflective of New York's cultural diversity and energy.
Music
fromDeep House London
3 weeks ago

D-EDGE celebrates 26 years with landmark Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro events this April | News | Deep House London

D-EDGE celebrates its 26th anniversary with major events in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro featuring renowned electronic music artists.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Black music is not a subculture it is the engine': Why the Mobo awards matter more than ever, 30 years on

Mobo awards celebrate Black music's impact on British culture, highlighting ongoing recognition and equity challenges despite significant contributions.
Social justice
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

The iconic South African theater that took on apartheid

The Market Theater in Johannesburg played a crucial role in anti-apartheid activism and celebrates its 50th anniversary this year.
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

South African work banned from Venice Biennale to be shown outside main event

Gabrielle Goliath's performance art, Elegy, will be displayed at the Venice Biennale despite initial cancellation due to its tribute to a Palestinian poet.
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

First Annual "Boogie Down Brisbane" Hip-Hop Benefit (2026)

Community members of all ages are invited to gather for the first annual Boogie Down Brisbane, a hip hop benefit concert, that will showcase a vibrant, family-friendly lineup of hip hop music, art, activities, and community solidarity on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Fundraising
Portland food
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Studio 23 Gallery Art Of The African Diaspora

Studio 23 Gallery hosts the 3rd Annual Art Of The African Diaspora collaborative group show with Resistance Press 510 from March 21 to April 18, 2026, featuring multiple artists and free admission.
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Harlem's Breeze Team brings high-energy breakdancing and comedy to busy New York City streets | amNewYork

The Breeze Team is a street performance crew in Times Square, blending breakdancing, comedy, and acrobatics to entertain crowds.
Photography
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

South African photographer Zanele Muholi: My mother worked for a white family. I remember the pools I wasn't allowed to swim in'

Zanele Muholi wins the 2026 Hasselblad Award, cementing their status among the world's greatest photographers while emphasizing community recognition over personal achievement.
#african-diaspora
fromCN Traveller
1 month ago
Social justice

"Black excellence is everywhere, Black connection is not": Inside the event designed to connect, unite and inspire Black thinkers

Social justice
fromCN Traveller
1 month ago

"Black excellence is everywhere, Black connection is not": Inside the event designed to connect, unite and inspire Black thinkers

The Diaspora Salon in Marrakech convenes African and diaspora intellectuals, artists, and entrepreneurs to discuss culture, power, and economic futures across multiple disciplines.
Music
fromSPIN
1 month ago

Tinariwen Goes Back to Basics - SPIN

Tinariwen returns to stripped-back acoustic instrumentation and communal singing on their 10th album Hoggar, marking a reflexive step back after years of high-profile collaborations.
London music
fromKALTBLUT Magazine
1 month ago

Video Premiere: Alewya - City of Symbols ft. eejebee - KALTBLUT Magazine

Alewya announces her debut album 'ZERO' releasing June 26, 2026, blending Ethiopian rhythms with London underground beats through new single 'City of Symbols.'
fromThe South African
2 months ago

US nomad praised Cape Town's quality of life

After swapping it for a "better option" in South Africa, he now makes travel videos that he posts on YouTube. Henry lives in a fully furnished R19 000 penthouse apartment in the upmarket neighborhood of Gardens. His outdoor balcony comes with views of Table Mountain.n "This is a view I will never get tired of waking up to every morning", he said.
Digital life
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

Civic Architecture Opens to the City as Global Attention Turns to Africa: This Week's Review

Across this week's broader architecture news landscape, a central theme emerges around the advancement of civic architecture conceived as open, publicly engaged infrastructure, with cultural and institutional projects increasingly designed to strengthen their relationship with the city and everyday urban life. At the same time, renewed global attention turns toward Africa, where large-scale transport infrastructure and the conservation of modernist landmarks reflect interests in the region and the reassessment of the continent's architectural heritage.
Design
UK news
fromLondon On The Inside
2 months ago

The Black Culture Market Is Returning for a Spring Edition

Black Culture Market returns to Brixton for a spring indoor weekend, showcasing over 40 Black-owned businesses in shopping, culture and community.
fromDeep House London
1 month ago

Black Coffee Announces Open-Air Show at Roman Amphitheatre In Croatia | News | Deep House London

Black Coffee is one of electronic music's most influential figures. The Grammy Award-winning artist is celebrated for blending Afro-house, deep house and soulful electronic sounds in both his sets and productions, and has been hypnotising crowds at major festivals and iconic venues worldwide for more than a decade.
Berlin music
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Relooted: the South African video game where players take back artefacts from western museums

Players of Relooted become South African sports scientist and parkour expert Nomali, as she leaps and dives through museums to retrieve 70 real objects. They include an Asante gold mask that was taken by the British army when it destroyed the Asante empire's capital, Kumasi, and is now in the Wallace Collection in London. Another object is the skull of the Tanzanian king Mangi Meli, which was taken to Germany after its colonial regime executed him in 1900.
Video games
fromThe South African
2 months ago

Rachel John in New York: 'He said he knew a spot'

Rachel John, the 25-year-old influencer rumoured to be dating Springboks captain Siya Kolisi, visited the Empire State Building in New York. Is the pair still on "baecation?" SIYA KOLISI AND RACHEL JOHN IN NEW YORK? Rachel John and Siya Kolisi are both in New York, following their visit to Los Angeles, where they attended the NBA All Star weekend. Taking to TikTok, Rachel shared a video of her, from the top of the Empire State Building in New York, hinting she was there with Siya.
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SF music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

The joyous, decorated Aztec dancers of San Jose

Danza Azteca communities in the Bay Area preserve ancestral dance traditions through spiritual and cultural ceremonies, with multiple active groups collaborating to uplift indigenous heritage.
SF music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

The joyous, decorated Aztec dancers of San Jose

Danza Azteca communities in the Bay Area preserve ancestral dance traditions through spiritual and cultural ceremonies, with multiple active groups collaborating to uplift indigenous heritage.
SF politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Segregation': Multimillion-dollar crime wall causes uproar in S Africa

Cape Town's proposed N2 highway wall to combat crime highlights inequality, as residents lack basic services while authorities fund security infrastructure instead of housing and sanitation improvements.
fromThesanjoseblog
1 month ago

Black Family Day SV Brings Culture and Joy to Downtown San Jose Today

This free public event runs today from 11am to 4pm at Parque de los Pobladores on 510 S 1st Street in Downtown San Jose. You can gather with your family amid lively performances, interactive activities, and wellness resources that honor African and African ancestry heritage.
Silicon Valley real estate
Media industry
fromEntertainment Page One
2 months ago

Beewol Officially Joins KFM's DMighty Breakfast Show As New Co-Host | Entertainment Page One

Beewol debuted as co-host of the DMighty Breakfast Show on 93.3 KFM, joining Faiza Fabz and marking a new era for the station's morning program.
Photography
fromItsnicethat
2 months ago

Rhythm, roots and revolution: Jennie Baptiste on capturing Black culture through photography

Jennie Baptiste combines a background in dance and performance with sensitive music photography that explores identity, mental health, and Black music culture.
Boston food
fromBoston Magazine
2 months ago

A Soul Food Legend Returns to the South End, Refreshed

Uptown Social reopens early 2026, continuing the Columbus Avenue venue's legacy of Southern soul food, live music, craft cocktails, and community hospitality.
from48 hills
2 months ago

Win tickets to Sudan Archives, Hanumankind, and a Heated Rivalry party - 48 hills

48 Hills is teaming up with some of SF's best music venues-Regency Ballroom, The Warfield, Great American Music Hall, Brick & Mortar, Monarch, the Midway, Public Works, and more-to get you to some shows throughout the season. This week: some EDM revival and metalcore legends. Stay tuned for more! We have one pair of tickets to each of the shows below to give away, but act fast!
SF music
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

How Rio de Janeiro's famous carnival rescued the human scale of the city

Carnival rehearsals and blocos transform Rio's streets into vibrant pedestrian spaces, mobilizing millions, reshaping urban life, and revitalizing neighborhoods.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Light in this darkness': communities push back against Cape Town gang culture

Cape Flats townships experience devastating gang violence that destroys families, yet community members like Lindy Jacobs persist in creating positive change through youth programs and sports initiatives despite personal tragedy.
#african-music
SF music
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Free Afro Chill Night: Rare Grooves + Vibes (SF)

DJ Pez Vagabeatz presents rare African grooves spanning Afrobeat and Highlife traditions in a laid-back, soulful musical experience.
Music production
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Rhythms that cross the borders of Africa

Contemporary African music blends traditional heritage with urban sounds, creating globally resonant songs about love, resilience, and cultural identity that cross borders and digital platforms.
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Uruguay's candombe brings streets to life as the once-banned musical tradition roars back

Candombe, Uruguay's Afro-descendant music once banned and marginalized, is now experiencing peak popularity after spreading from Black neighborhoods throughout the country.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

We're hungry, there are no jobs': a South African township's desperate gold rush

A social-media-fuelled gold frenzy in Gugulethu drew local and distant prospectors, ended by municipal enforcement amid unverified claims and severe local poverty.
Arts
fromColossal
1 month ago

Tshepiso Moropa Splices Setswana Folklore and Dreams into Archival Collages

Tshepiso Moropa creates collages from personal and archival images that explore African oral histories, Setswana lore, and dreams through minimal compositions grounded in psychology and linguistics.
SF music
fromMetro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly
1 month ago

How Cumbia Took Root and Evolved in the Bay Area | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Cumbia evolved from Colombian Caribbean roots blending African, indigenous, and Spanish influences, spreading globally through migration and adaptation while absorbing regional musical elements across Latin America and the Bay Area.
fromHyperallergic
2 months ago

The African Diaspora Pictures Itself

Walking through Ideas of Africa: Portraiture and Political Imaginationat the Museum of Modern Art, I noticed that the exhibition didn't have definite sections or texts, and the wall labels abstained from naming the nationalities of the photographers. It was an invigorating experience to be in a show that eschews geographic boundaries set up by Western nations, as well as rejects a cause-and-effect narrative that centers Western colonialism as a framework for understanding African aesthetic production.
Arts
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The hill I will die on: Being a DJ' isn't a proper job | Phil Mongredien

DJs receive huge fees for skillfully selecting and mixing others' music, functioning as proficient laborers prized more for curation and spectacle than original artistry.
Arts
fromArtnet News
2 months ago

Africa's Art Market Is Shifting as Competition in the Middle East Heats Up | Artnet News

1-54's Marrakech fair shrank to 22 galleries as Art Basel's entry into MENASA intensifies regional competition and pressures gallery participation choices.
fromHigh Country News
2 months ago

How community organizers are amplifying Oregon's Black music history - High Country News

When Norman Sylvester was 12, long before he garnered the nickname "The Boogie Cat" or shared a stage with B.B. King, he boarded a train in Louisiana and headed west, toward the distant city of Portland, Oregon. He'd lived all his life in the rural South, eating wild muscadine grapes from his family's farm, fishing in the bayou and churning butter at the kitchen table to the tune of his grandmother's gospel singing.
Social justice
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 months ago

South Africa pavilion will be empty at 2026 Venice Biennale, culture ministry says

Goliath and the curator Ingrid Masondo were to present a new iteration of the three-part, video-based project Elegy -a project begun in 2015 that has centred on femicide and the murder of LGBTQI+ people in South Africa. The version planned for the Biennale also addressed violence against women in Namibia and Gaza, and it was the new Gaza-related section that caused the controversy.
Arts
Music
fromCN Traveller
2 months ago

"Music is the new gastronomy": How the rise of LatAm music is changing the face of travel

Latin American music is driving tourism and shaping cultural travel experiences in Puerto Rico, Colombia, Mexico and Belize.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

We didn't make it for a white audience': how black theatre took centre stage in Australia

When Zindzi Okenyo takes the Sydney Theatre Company (STC) stage in June for John Patrick Shanley's Tony award-winning play Doubt the role played by Viola Davis in the film it will be a particularly special moment: her fourth main-stage role playing a black woman in a 20-year theatre career. I'm really excited about it, I haven't had a black role for so long, she says.
Arts
Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 months ago

South Africa Pulls Out of Venice Biennale

South Africa withdrew from the 2026 Venice Biennale after its culture minister canceled a pavilion that would memorialize Palestinian grief in Gaza.
Arts
fromBerlin Art Link
2 months ago

Review of Colomboscope 'Rhythm Alliances' | Berlin Art Link

Colomboscope's 'Rhythm Alliances' used cultural diplomacy and a Berlin–Colombo network to convene 50 South Asian artists, fostering fragile creative alliances and collective resistance.
Arts
from48 hills
1 month ago

BIG WEEK: Black Choreographers Fest, Sunset Night Market, FAGJAZZ, Winterfest, more - 48 hills

Bay Area arts and culture events celebrate Black History Month, Latinx abstraction, and queer artistic communities through performances, exhibitions, and gatherings.
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