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It’s Like a Culture, Our Grandfather Use to Dive – Jamal Speaks on the Growing Recognition His Diving Stunts is Getting
Zanzibar’s coral reefs are among the most diverse in the world, with over 500 marine species. Zanzibar is a dive destination with something for everyone. Zanzibar is more than just a beach island to relax on, with over 30 dive sites that include reef, wall, and wreck diving. THI had… Listen ⇢
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The Internet Has Taken Over the Middleman- Oyedele Shares His Story
Oyedele Alokan is a creative who has tried his hand at various forms of art for about 11 years. In this piece, he shares his story with Ayo Oladiran on how he got this far and what to expect from him in the coming months. Who is Oyedele, THI would… Listen ⇢
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Helen C Phillips on Bringing the Plight of African Americans to Light With Poetry as a Creative Outlet
Throughout history, poetry has been the most popular artistic medium, a tradition that has not been lost on the next generation. For centuries, poets have written about social issues. For example, William Blake wrote moving poems about child chimney sweeps who put their lives and limbs in the hands of… Listen ⇢
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‘creatives Dont Compete’ Says Ismaila Rufai, the Conceptual Artist Fusing Fashion With Culture
The African conceptual art scene is distinguished by a diverse group of artists who interpret and capture socioeconomic realities, political challenges, rich traditions, and diverse beauty. The idea behind the work is more important than the finished art object. It emerged as an art movement in the 1960s. THI’s correspondent… Listen ⇢
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Why Are Nigerian Songs Dominating World Digital Sales?
Recently, Shatta Wale, a popular Ghanaian artist, chastised Nigerians for failing to support Ghanaian artists and music. This has caused a lot of tension between citizens of both countries; while Ghanaians believe Nigerians are unsupportive, Nigerians simply say, Make better music, and not just Nigeria, but the entire world will… Listen ⇢
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Amanpiano: Taking Africa by Storm
In 2020, the South African sound ‘Amapiano’ began to grow beyond the borders of the country, into other African countries. The name Amapiano is the Zulu translation for ‘The Piano’, a sound that combines deep house, jazz and lounge music that are characterized by synths, airy pads and wide percussive… Listen ⇢
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Sounds From Africa ( Awesome Artist You Should Be Listening to )
More than ever before, artists from all over the world are creating new music. African music rhythms: This beautiful continent is filled with a plethora of melodies, beats, and unique sounds. You can’t think of Africa without thinking of its music, which is characterised by golden rhythms that can be… Listen ⇢
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5 Brilliant Photographers From Africa You Should Know
African photography is a medium through which African artists have long expressed their individuality, dating back to the 1840s, and it is still a well-established and dynamic form of artistic expression today. Here are 5 brilliant photographers from Africa you should know about 1.Maganga Mwagogo Maganga Mwagogo is a 25… Listen ⇢
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Still On Capturing The Essense Of African Life: Tosin Iwayemi Unveils New Artworks
Tosin Iwayemi recently unveiled new artworks, which includes “sisters of the market” and yoruba riches””. “Sisters of the Market” offers a striking contrast with its earthy tones of brown and black. Depicting two African women holding a large basket, this painting captures the essence of women’s role in commerce and… Listen ⇢
Culture Beyond the Mainstream 