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Idris Elba ‘dreams big’ with West African eco-city plan

March 19, 2024
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Actor Idris Elba is pursuing plans to revitalize an island off Sierra Leone and establish the country's inaugural wind farm, aiming to create a West African eco-city. Described as dreaming big, Elba's project is focused on sustainable development and renewable energy initiatives.

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Six arrested over murder of South African rapper AKA

February 28, 2024
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Six individuals have been arrested in connection with the murder of South African rapper AKA. The shooting at a restaurant last year, which resulted in the deaths of the performer and his friend, deeply impacted South Africans.

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South African DJ Black Coffee injured during flight to Argentina

January 12, 2024
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South African DJ Black Coffee, 47, was injured during a flight to Argentina, but is now recovering well after reportedly suffering severe blows during turbulence.

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Mbongeni Ngema dies: Tributes paid to South African theatre legend

December 29, 2023
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South African theatre legend Mbongeni Ngema, famed for the musical Sarafina!, has passed away. Known for portraying the lives of black people under apartheid, he leaves behind a legacy of powerful storytelling. Tributes pour in to honor his impactful contributions to the arts.

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Zahara: South African music icon Zahara dies aged 36

December 12, 2023
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Zahara, the acclaimed South African Afro-pop singer also known as Bulelwa Mkutukana, has passed away, as announced by the country's Culture Minister. The 36-year-old artist had been hospitalized, reportedly due to liver complications, with the government providing assistance to her family. Zahara gained widespread recognition in 2011 with her beloved album, Loliwe, celebrated throughout Africa.