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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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South Africa’s Tsogo Sun gets Somerset West Casino Licence

Somerset West casino approval ends decade-long delays, opening new tourism hub.

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Cassper Nyovest slams Uber over missing courier delivery

Cassper Nyovest slams Uber after accusing a driver of stealing a courier parcel, raising concerns over delivery reliability.

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10 notable South African music artists

South Africa’s top 10 music icons, from Miriam Makeba to Master KG, shaped sounds that connect local roots with global audiences.

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Kanye West set for one-night Johannesburg stadium show in December

Kanye West, now Ye, will headline a one-night Ellis Park stadium concert in Johannesburg on Dec. 13, 2025

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How Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez use music and makeup to climb to billionaire status

Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez join America’s richest women, building billion-dollar fortunes from music tours and makeup empires.

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10 African cities leading in nightlife experiences

Rooftops, beach clubs and Afrobeats power Africa’s rise as a nightlife capital.

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15 African DJs changing the sound of global nightlife

African DJs take Amapiano, Afro-house and gqom from local clubs to global stages.

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10 best experiences in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia’s Capital

At a Glance Ethiopia’s capital city, Addis Ababa, is one of Africa’s most fascinating destinations—an energetic mix of tradition, culture, and modernity. Known as the “New Flower” in Amharic, the city sits 2,400 meters above sea level, making it the world’s third-highest capital. It’s a city where history, coffee culture, and nightlife collide against the backdrop of one of the world’s fastest-growing economies.  Often simply called “Addis,” this bustling hub is more than just Ethiopia’s political and economic center. It’s…

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