Eshe Asante, a British actress with diverse heritage, is known for her roles in film, television, and theatre. Born in 1983, she has trained in acting, dance, and singing, and is fluent in multiple English dialects. She has appeared in TV series like "Dreaming Whilst Black" and "African Queens: Njinga." Asante is involved in the #FreeNehanda Project, advocating for African remains and sacred artifacts.
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ALGIERS – Fourteen institutional films were awarded on Thursday, in Algiers, the "Algeria Film Awards" prize, a distinction recognizing the best audiovisual creations in visual communication.
VETERAN entertainer Willom Tight is a larger-than-life character. Approaching his 54th birthday next month, the easy-going star musician believes he was born to entertain the masses. His strength lies in his powerful song-writing technique, authenticity and humility. After navigating the music industry terrain for 30 years, he feels he has experienced it all, but remains committed to giving back to the music community that helped him in his journey to stardom. Following a period of hibernation, the crooner with Manicaland roots, is determined to reshape the music landscape. As a multifaceted individual, he doesn’t put all his eggs in one basket; he is equally focused on making a positive impact in the lives of others. Easily remembered for chart-toppers like “Wekumaruzevha,” “Nyoka Inyoka,” and “Maria,” the veteran crooner has left a footprint of success on the music landscape that is hard to ignore.
Angolan presenter Benvindo Magalhães starred in one of the most emotional moments of his new program, “Show da Banda”, broadcast by Banda TV. During the edition, Benvindo paid a heartfelt tribute to his older sister, recognizing the essential role she played in his life after the loss of his mother. Visibly moved, the presenter could not hold back his tears as he recalled his journey and the importance of his sister in his personal and professional development. “I didn’t want to talk, but I have to. I lost my mother in 2001; in life, her name was Isabel Francisco Candeia. And this lady who is here, who is my older sister, was the person who took the reins of the family,” said BV. Benvindo Magalhães' tribute not only celebrated his sister's dedication, but also served as recognition to all those who, far from the spotlight, lovingly and courageously assume the role of guides within their families.
In a post on his Instagram profile, JD shared moments with the journalist during his stay in that country, praising her dedication and commitment to the profession. “Walk with the good ones and you will be one of them. Thank you for the experience, teachings and all the affection. Continue to be this professional and determined person for us and your family,” wrote the artist in the caption of his post.
According to FilmOne, the leading film distribution company in West Africa, Akindele’s movie alone brought in a staggering N1.6 billion, making up 80percent of the total earnings. Meanwhile, Abraham’s Alakada Bad & Boujee contributed a solid N401 million, accounting for the remaining 20 percent. Released within a week of each other in December, these two blockbusters significantly contributed to pushing the Nigerian box office revenue for 2024 to a record-setting N11.58 billion. A closer look at the numbers Premiering on December 13, 2024, Everybody Loves Jenifa set the box office ablaze, pulling in N783 million within its first 14 days. This highly anticipated sequel broke multiple records, earning N511 million in just 12 days, solidifying its position as the top-grossing film of the year. In an impressive 19 days, the film surpassed the N1 billion milestone, raking in N1,034,091,220 from 201,604 tickets sold.
King’s College London, Strand Campus, has recognized Nigerian DJ Florence Otedola, known as DJ Cuppy, as a change maker. Her photo was showcased outside the campus, which she noticed during her visit as an alumna. She mentioned that she is unsure what it means for the school to call her a change maker, but she firmly believes that God placed her in this world to create a positive impact. Cuppy feels proud of the difference her Cuppy Foundation is making. She believes it shows what can happen when you combine purpose with action. She thanked King’s College London for the honor and called it amazing. As the second daughter of billionaire Femi Otedola, she took the chance to encourage those pursuing big dreams. She urged them to continue their efforts, as they might be surprised by how far they can go. King’s College London showcased DJ Cuppy’s photo on its building and included one of her quotes. The quote was placed alongside her image. she said:
Sharon Stone is in talks to star in the long-awaited third season of HBO‘s "Euphoria". The veteran actress would be joining a starry roster on the hit show, which includes Zendaya, Jacob Elordi, Sydney Sweeney, Maude Apatow, Hunter Schafer, Alexa Demie, Eric Dane and Colman Domingo, among others. Stone, an Oscar nominee, would be a notable addition to Euphoria season three, having starred in dozens of notable films throughout her decades-long career, including "Basic Instinct", "Total Recall", "Sliver", and "Casino", the latter directed by Martin Scorsese. Most recently, she worked alongside Bob Odenkirk in "Nobody 2", Universal’s sequel to the 2021 surprise hit that’s set to premiere in theaters on August 15.
Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (Macra) director general Daudi Suleman has encouraged creatives to prioritise indigenous platforms for local content monetisation instead of relying solely on big tech platforms like YouTube and Facebook. He made the remarks in Lilongwe during a meeting with representatives from the creative sector, on how to effectively monetise their content on global digital platforms. In his presentation, Suleman highlighted challenges affecting the local creative industry’s ability to benefit from platforms like YouTube and Facebook, including low Internet connectivity and widespread digital illiteracy.
Malawian artist Emmie Deebo has announced the launch of her own management company, “Deebo Creatives”. This development marks a new chapter in Deebo’s career, as she takes the reins of her own management while maintaining a strong partnership with Akometsi Entertainment. According to Deebo, Akometsi Entertainment, which has been her management team alongside other notable artists like Pop Young, is shifting its focus from full-time artist management to promotion and distribution work. Deebo revealed that she had requested a transition period to ensure a seamless handover. “Akometsi wanted to stop managing artists full-time to focus on more than just managing but also to work as promoters and distributors,” Deebo explained on her Facebook page.
The saying, ‘Where your power ends, another’s begins,’ comes to life in Mr comedian Mr Macaroni’s latest skit, ‘The Avenger of Nollywood’, as popular actors known for playing herbalists engage in a dramatic clash. The skit, released on Saturday, was the second part of ‘An Ancestor Wants to Marry My Daughter’, in which veteran actor Pete Edochie played an elder seeking to marry Mr Macaroni’s fictional daughter, Motunde. PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that Mr Macaroni’s rejection of the 77-year-old’s proposal on the grounds of age and his cheeky reference to him as an ancestor led to Edochie disappearing with Motunde. After years of searching for his daughter’s whereabouts, Mr Macaroni sought the help of herbalists to wage a spiritual war against the iconic actor, renowned for his debut role in ‘Things Fall Apart’ 37 years ago.
Nigerian influencer and media personality, Enioluwa, has sparked a heated debate on Twitter (now X) after commenting on the growing scarcity of doctors in Nigeria. His statement, which was made in response to the recent #MatchDay2025 celebrations, highlighted concerns over the mass emigration of medical professionals from the country. In his post, he expressed his concern about the number of doctors left and how it would affect patients. "Very soon, there won't be enough Doctors to treat people in Nigeria. The best of that field will have left the country. Congratulations to you all on your #MatchDay2025. You deserve to exist in a country that rewards your hard work," the actor wrote.
Leone Island boss Jose Chameleone hospitalized after experiencing a serious health deterioration in the United States where he has been under close medical watch. In a social media video shared by the Chameleone’s caretaker Juliet Zawedde, the singer could be seen being attended to by health personnel before being whisked away in an ambulance. My Bestie is not feeling well today, he has been taken to the hospital…. I pray for you my dear friend, Chameleone I know you’re currently unwell. May the Lord grant you a healing touch and restore your health and strength. Comfort you in your pain and give you the courage to face this challenge. May you know that you’re loved and supported during this time. Julietr Zawedde captioned the post. Reports from the singer’s music camp have it that Jose Chameleone will undergo a pancreatic operation in a few hours from now.
