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Firefly Lounge Bar lights up Accra nightlife scene

In the heart of Accra, Firefly Lounge Bar has become a familiar meeting point for residents and visitors looking to relax, dine and enjoy the city after dark. Set amid the capital’s busy streets, the venue offers an easy mix of comfort, style and a welcoming feel that keeps guests coming back.  From early evening, the space begins to fill with people stopping in for a drink, a casual meal or a place to catch up with friends. The interior…

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African music and traditions gain UNESCO heritage status in 2025

At a Glance Africa’s cultural presence expanded on the world stage in 2025 as UNESCO added a new group of the continent’s music, rituals, crafts and foods to its Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The decision was announced Dec. 10 at the 20th session of UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Committee in New Delhi.  The additions reflect how traditions rooted in daily life continue to shape identity and social bonds across Africa. Rather than relics of the past, these…

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Africa’s 10 largest concerts

Africa’s concert scene is surging, with massive stadium turnouts from Lagos to Kinshasa showing music’s growing economic and cultural power.

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Festive lights return as Cape Town opens holiday season

At a Glance Cape Town is preparing for one of its most anticipated public events as the Festive Lights Switch-On returns to the Grand Parade on Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025. The celebration, now in its 56th year, has long marked the unofficial start of the city’s holiday season, drawing tens of thousands of residents and visitors into the historic city center.  For many Capetonians, the switch-on is more than a tradition—it’s a moment that signals the beginning of long summer…

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New Kigali complex redefines sports and entertainment experience

At a Glance Kigali is stepping into a new era of urban leisure with the launch of Zaria Court Kigali, a multi-purpose sports and entertainment complex developed by East Africa’s FBW Group. The project combines hospitality, recreation, and cultural experiences in one modern hub, positioning the capital as a rising destination for both business and leisure travelers.  The development is set to host sporting events, music performances, cultural festivals, and markets, making it the first project of its kind in…

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How African entities are backing global sports teams and entertainment ventures

African investors are taking bold stakes in global sports and entertainment, from football clubs to media and tech ventures.

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Inside Africa’s top 10 biggest alcohol-drinking Countries

At a Glance Across Africa, the drinking culture is evolving as economies expand, cities grow, and disposable incomes rise. Once defined by homemade brews and informal bars, the continent’s alcohol landscape now features a mix of global brands, local distilleries, and traditional beverages that continue to shape social life and commerce.  Over the past decade, Africa has emerged as one of the fastest-growing alcohol markets in the world. According to data from the World Health Organization (WHO) and Euromonitor International,…

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Beer and music flow at Accra’s Labadi beach Oktoberfest

At a Glance Accra’s hospitality sector was on full display this past weekend as the Labadi Beach Hotel hosted its annual Oktoberfest celebration, drawing locals, expatriates, diplomats and visitors from around the world for two nights of Bavarian-inspired revelry. Against the backdrop of Ghana’s Atlantic shoreline, the festival blended Munich’s iconic beer tradition with West African hospitality, underscoring the capital’s growing profile as a cultural and tourism hub.  Held at the hotel’s Adesa Pavilion, the event attracted a diverse crowd…

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10 African literary giants, including Nobel laureates

Africa’s Nobel-winning writers shaped literature through courage, conscience, and compassion—turning words into tools of justice and memory.

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