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FESTAC ’77 Returns: Milestone in African Cinema Set for 2025 Cannes Screening
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The eagerly awaited historical saga FESTAC ’77 has been chosen by the Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC) for an exclusive debut at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival in France. This screening will provide viewers with their initial glimpse of the movie, which delves into the story of Africa’s biggest cultural gathering ever held. Created by…
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Africa Day: Celebrating Identity, Resilience, and Leadership in Health Sciences
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The initial Africa Day observance at the University of Cape Town (UCT) held on May 19th went beyond being merely ceremonial—it acted as a strong impetus for contemplation, cohesion, and immediate steps forward. Organized by the Faculty of Health Sciences’ (FHS) Pan African Health Sciences Forum with the theme “Africa at a Junction: Claiming…
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Kenya Power Reveals Secrets To Slash Monthly Electricity Bills
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The Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has introduced adjustments to the electricity rates for the financial year 2025/26. KPLC explained that the price of electricity or the monthly bill sent to customers is determined by the tariff The utility company mentioned that customers have the ability to lower their monthly electricity expenses and…
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Billy Joel Halts Tour Following Brain Condition Diagnosis
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Billy Joel has called off all upcoming tour dates following his diagnosis of a rare neurological disorder. The 76-year-old musician — famous for iconic tracks such as Piano Man, Uptown Girl, and We Didn’t Start the Fire — is currently receiving “top-notch care” and is “dedicated to focusing on his well-being,” according to an…
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Vietnamese Café Steals Spotlight In Hcmc, Where Starbucks Once Paid $29K Monthly
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An upscale Vietnamese coffee establishment has assumed control of a premium retail location on Han Thuyen Street in Ho Chi Minh City’s District 1, approximately eight months following the closure of Starbucks at this prominent site. Adored – The three-story property is currently leased by World Coffee from Vietnam for VND700 million monthly, slightly…
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Ghana’s Sickle Cell Champion Honored: Executive Director Recognized for Global Impact
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T The founder of the Ghana Foundation for Sickle Cell Action, Victoria Awo Twumasi, received the Inspirational Leadership Award of the Year at the first-ever Ghana Executive Awards in 2025. This significant recognition highlights her outstanding leadership in advocating for early intervention in Sickle Cell Disease and her efforts in guiding women and young…