Music
19 November 2018
The 10 Best African Music Festivals
Here are ten of the best music festivals to experience across the African continent, including both established stages and newer productions.
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Video
02 December 2014
Ngoni Master Bassekou Kouyate Returns With 'Desert Nianafing'
To honor the upcoming Malian concert, Festival au Desert, Ngoni player Bassekou Kouyate shares a new track and accompanying video, "Desert Nianafing."
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31 January 2013
Deeper Than The Headlines: Festival au Desert, Africa's 'First' Female Billionaire, Diaspora Returnees + More
Check out the latest news on Africa with in-depth African news featuring opinion pieces from global sources.
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