Eighteen-year-old Margaret Nasha from Otse has been crowned Miss Teen Botswana 2025 in a dazzling competition held on Saturday in Gaborone. The event, which brought together some of the most talented and confident young women in the country, saw Anke Nkwe claim the first princess title, while Vanessa Stegling was named second princess. Nasha’s victory was attributed to her passion, confidence, and eloquence, particularly showcased during the presentation of her project, Kagiso Lapeng. The initiative is dedicated to combating gender-based violence (GBV) by raising awareness and providing support to affected individuals. Her strong advocacy for the cause, coupled with her poise and intelligence, made her stand out among the contestants.

You may have heard his name buzzing in Rwanda’s music scene, especially after his debut single ‘Tina’ caught people’s attention in early January. But who is Elvis Lenzy beyond the music? Born Elvis Inyarubuga, Lenzy on July 2, 2003, in Ngoma District, Eastern Province, Lenzy was raised by his aunt after losing his parents at a tender age. He attended primary school at New Life Christian Academy in Kayonza before joining high school at Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village, a Rwamagana-based school known for nurturing musical talents like Juno Kizigenza and upcoming producers like Compressor, who is currently part of the 1:55 AM. It was at Agahozo that Lenzy had his first real studio experience, recording songs and collaborating with friends who still play a role in his music career today.

Rwandan model and former beauty queen Charlotte Umulisa, popularly known as Princess Cici, has announced her engagement to her Polish boyfriend, Chris. The proposal took place on Sunday night, March 17, in Warsaw, Poland, where Umulisa currently resides and works as a model. Speaking to InyaRwanda, Umulisa revealed that she and Chris have been in a relationship for over a year and have built a strong bond. She expressed her joy, stating that she has found someone special with whom she is ready to build a future. Following the engagement, the couple has already started planning their wedding, though no official date has been set. Taking to Instagram, the former beauty queen shared her excitement with her followers, saying, “From the first day we met, I knew you would make me the happiest girl on this planet. I love you so much, Chris. I said YES!” Her heartfelt message was accompanied by photos of her engagement ring, marking the beginning of a new chapter in her life.

JOHANNESBURG. – “Big Brother Mzansi” Season 5 has been living up to its theme, “Umlilo” (fire). Indeed, the show has been consistently bringing the heat. Every contestant who has stepped into the house has added fuel to the flames, some more than others. But, regardless of their approach, they have all brought controversy, drama, and unforgettable moments that have left fans eagerly anticipating more. True to its reputation as a provocative and unpredictable show, “Big Brother Mzansi” has been delivering all the excitement and tension that viewers have come to expect. As all roads lead to the finale, Sunday night’s eviction episode marked the beginning of the end for the fifth season.

The highly anticipated Smirnoff Fiesta is back, bigger and bolder, promising a wholesome celebration of creativity through the unstoppable force of togetherness. The announcement was made during a networking media and influencer mini-fiesta experience that gave a sneak peek of the new and vibrant world of Smirnoff with showstopping decor, expertly made Smirnoff cocktails, trendy music mixes, and more. Set to take place on the 31st of May at Sheraton Gardens, the third edition of the long-awaited Smirnoff Fiesta will serve as a platform for the grand unveiling of the new brand campaign, “We Do We”- an embodiment of the magic created when we bring our uniqueness to the collective, we. While making the announcement, Judie Nandekya, the UBL Brand Manager Smirnoff highlighted the grand purpose of the new brand campaign to the media.

Comedienne Anne Kansiime has opened up about the broken relationship with her baby daddy, Skylanta, noting that it happened years before they finally let it out. Anne Kansiime noted that she made the breakup public last month when she shared a quote with a caption insinuating that the day had come for her to take the bold step and concentrate on herself. While addressing the new chapter in her life, the comedienne revealed that the breakup happened about two years ago, as Anne Kansiime mentioned before. Kansiime explained that this happened after she became a mother and started expecting a lot from her baby daddy, things that could not do initially.

Western Uganda-based singer Omega 256 has addressed her alleged feud with Ray G, a fellow prominent artist from the same region. For some time now, there have been rumors that the self-styled Queen and King of the West do not see eye to eye as they are battling for supremacy in the region. This was confirmed when Ray G had a concert at Cricket Oval and several artists from the West supported him but not Omega. She had a show in Ishaka on the same day. In her defense, Omega states that her show was a coincidence and she could not make it to Kampala because of distance. Otherwise, she had no problem performing at his show.

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.

After becoming the first Nigerian to cover Rolling Stone’s Future of Music magazine, Rema took to the stage in Autinus to thrill the audience with his hit songs. The singer dazzled the crowd with a performance of his smash hit singles including 'Dumebi,' 'Woman,' and 'Calm Down'. 2025 has been a busy one for the Nigerian hitmaker whose single 'Baby (Is It A Crime)' is so far the most streamed Nigerian song of 2025 on Spotify. Rema is also expected to hit the road later in the year as he will be embarking on the 'HEIS' tour where he will headline several notable venues across North America and Europe including a return to the iconic O2 Arena which he previously sold out in 2024. Other notable venues Rema will be headlining include the 19K capacity Madison Square Garden in New York on May 3rd before heading to Canada for two stops.

Nigerian rapper, Blaqbonez has advised creatives to remain focused and grounded, stating that not every talent will stand the test of time. He, however, expressed confidence that he would continue to be relevant in the music industry for as long as he desires, adding that nobody can make the kind of music he makes. The singer recalled how a fellow up-and-coming rapper mocked him on a freestyle in 2017 after the unnamed rapper got signed to Olamide YBNL Nation. He said the then-YBNL signee namedropped him on a freestyle, saying he would never be successful in the music industry. Speaking via series of tweets Blaqbonez wrote, “Because u got a deal before me, you added my name to your freestyles, ‘you no go ever blow like Blaqbonez’, all because Olamide signed you, you thought he was God abi??

Renowned Nigerian celebrity stylist, Toyin Lawani of Tiannah Empire, recently opened up about a challenging experience she faced over the past week. In a heartfelt Instagram post, she shared a video of her eldest daughter receiving medical care, revealing that the young girl had been hospitalized and required two blood transfusions. Describing the past week as a deeply traumatic period, Toyin reflected on how staying by her daughter’s bedside made her appreciate those who supported her during her own hospitalization. Expressing gratitude to God for her child’s recovery, she noted that when adversities fail to reach an individual, they often target their loved ones. Toyin also used this experience to highlight the contrast between social media and real life. She emphasized that despite appearing cheerful online, people may still be dealing with personal struggles behind the scenes. Toyin captioned her post:

Ghana’s biggest pop-culture festival, Guinness Accravaganza, is back with its boldest edition yet, happening on Saturday, 29th March 2024 at Ghud Park, near Accra Mall. Now in its fifth run, this ‘Smoooth’ Edition of Guinness Accravaganza promises to level up experiences for more than 3,000 festival-goers, who will be the first in Ghana to taste the all-new Guinness Smooth - a new variant of Guinness that Guinness Ghana is introducing to their consumers. “This year, thanks to our partnership with Guinness, we’re taking it to the next level,” said Faith Katua, Business Manager at Buzz Africa. “For the first time ever, Accravaganza festival-goers will have the exclusive opportunity to experience the new Guinness Smooth.”

Rap artiste Sarkodie, born Michael Owusu Addo, has missed out on the coveted Artiste of the Year (AOTY) nomination for the first time in over a decade. As Charterhouse, the organisers of the awards, announced the nominees, Sarkodie received nominations in several categories, including Best Hip Life/Hip Pop Artiste, Rap Performance for his song 'Brag', Hip Hop Song for 'Amen' featuring Beeztrap Kotm, and Best Hip Pop Song for 'No Size'. King Promise’s popular track 'Favourite Story', which features Sarkodie and Olive the Boy, garnered two nominations – Best Afrobeat Song and Collaboration of the Year. Many of Sarkodie’s fans have expressed their disappointment, suggesting that his omission from the AOTY category is a deliberate attempt to undermine the rapper’s contributions during the 2024/2025 review period.

After years of making music, Cina Soul has finally released her debut album, a project she describes as her biggest achievement yet. “I’ve always wanted to drop an album, but I felt I wasn’t ready. It’s a full body of work, and I needed time to create it,” she told KMJ on Joy Prime monitored by MyNewsGh. She admitted that the process was exhausting. “I don’t know how people create albums every year. It took me almost two and a half years to make this one. “Recording so many songs and shortlisting them to 10 or 12 was tough. Everyone had opinions—my team, marketing experts—but I had to follow my heart.”

Krack Afriq has announced his highly anticipated collaboration with B.Brefo titled ‘Precious,’ set to drop on March 26. This smooth Afrobeats groove promises to blend the unique styles of both artists, making it one of the standout releases of the month. After a five-year hiatus since his last single ‘You Mi Love,’ Krack Afriq shared his excitement about his return:

Kweku Flick believes the time for him to win awards will eventually come. The young Ghanaian artiste was optimistic in his recent interview. While he has not been winning awards, Flick is focusing on the future and believing in what it holds for him. “I believe in time, so I know it will get to a time when this same question will turn into ‘You have been winning all the major awards in and outside the country, what’s the magic?’ I do appreciate everything, and I have never felt disappointed. Very soon, y’all will understand,” he said in an interview with Graphic Showbiz.

The 51st edition of the annual Film Society Festival for Egyptian Cinema will kick off on Saturday, April 5, at 6 PM at the Creativity Center in the Cairo Opera House. The festival's film screenings of the best films of the year will continue until April 12, with the awards ceremony set to take place on Tuesday, April 22, at the Sayed Darwish Hall. The festival’s films were selected based on a public poll involving critics, filmmakers, and Egyptian Film Society members to select the top seven films that were commercially released last year. The selected films, in order of their release, are: Al-Harifa by Raouf El-Sayed, Rehla 404 by Hany Khalifa, Anf wa Thalath Oyoun by Amir Ramses, Al-Serb by Ahmed Nader Galal, Ahl El-Kahf by Amr Arafa, Awlad Rizk 3 by Tarek Al-Arian, Al-Hawa Sultan by Heba Yousry, and Ba’d Sa’at fi Yawm Ma by Othman Abu Laban.

Ramadan drama series “El-Ghawy”, starring Ahmed Mekky, will begin airing on Sunday, as part of the second half of Ramadan. It is slated to air on the “ON” channel at 7:15 pm, with a rerun at 11:30 am. El-Ghawy stars Mekky alongside Aicha Ben Ahmed, Amr Abdel-Gelil, Ahmed Bedier, Ahmed Kamal, Mohamed Lotfy, Walaa El-Sherif, Karam Jaber, Hager Afifi, Abyussef, and Tamer Shaltout, with a special appearance by Kozbora.

Famed actor Eyad Nassar continues filming "Zolm El Mastaba" series with directors Mohammad Ali and Amr Mussa. The series was released on Ramadan 16th on UMS channels; DMC, Al Hayat, Rotana Khalejia, ART Hekayat, Al Dafrah, and Al Araby TV. Critics and audiences are eagerly awaiting the series. Although the title may seem strange at first, it includes profound implications reflecting the work themes. The series takes place in Itay El Baroud, Beheira Governorate. Its story highlights social customs and traditions that govern rural society.

The hit series Ekhwaty has come to an end, bringing Soha, Nahed, Ahlam, and Naglaa back together despite all they’ve been through—because, in the end, sisters always stand by each other. A huge shoutout to the incredible stars Nelly Karim, Kinda Alloush, Ruby, and Gihan El Shamashergy for their outstanding performances. And, of course, the two heartthrobs Hatem Salah and Aly Sobhy who kept us captivated throughout.

In a heart-wrenching final scene, Wela’a sat in a quiet corner, his gaze lost in the distance as if Moftah was still there. A faint smile crossed his lips, a single tear glistening in his eye—words unspoken, yet deeply felt. The story ended, but the chapter remained open. Some goodbyes don’t fade memories; they ignite them, burning forever in our hearts. It was as if Wela’a was bringing his friend back to life with his words—because those we lose may vanish from sight, but they never truly leave our souls. The gripping final episode of Welad El Shams, starring Ahmed Malek and Taha Desouky delivers an emotional gut punch to viewers.

The Ministry of Social Solidarity extends its heartfelt congratulations to United Media Services and the creators of Welad El Shams, a remarkable example of collaboration between the ministry and the production company. This partnership involved extensive coordination on both artistic and professional levels, with multiple preparatory meetings between the ministry’s care sector and the show’s creators throughout the production process. These discussions focused on the role of care institutions and the services they provide. Additionally, the ministry nominated a group of care home graduates to star in the show’s final episode, offering an authentic representation of their experiences.

concluded Friday evening in the presence of diplomats, artists, and moviegoers. This award further cements the success of the Moroccan director's first feature film, which has already garnered numerous national and international awards, including the Jury Prize in the "Un Certain Regard" category at the Cannes Film Festival, the Jury Prize at the Marrakech International Film Festival, the Grand Prix at the Tangier National Film Festival, and the Creativity Award from the Ghan Cinema Foundation. On this occasion, the Kingdom's Deputy Ambassador to Rome, Yassine Daddi, who received the award, expressed his happiness at this recognition, which is a tribute not only to the director and the production team, but also to Moroccan cinema as a whole.

Moroccan artist, Donia Batma, is preparing to make a strong comeback to the music scene with a series of prominent concerts, during which she will meet her large fan base. Batma is expected to grace the stage of her fans in Casablanca with a major concert on Friday, April 4, 2025, at the Mohammed V Sports Complex indoor hall, organized by GY Pro and RC Events. The concert will take attendees on a musical journey combining authentic Moroccan and Arabic songs, in addition to Dunia Batma's own works, which are distinguished by her unique signature, known as the "Batma signature."