The acclaimed photographer and founder of the Cape Town International Jazz Festival, who documented the realities of apartheid, leaves behind a legacy of cultural activism and community upliftment.
The socially conscious South African playwright dedicated his life’s work to portraying the plight of Black people under cruel apartheid laws.
Cissé was the first African filmmaker to win the Cannes Grand Jury Prize, for his 1987 seminal masterpiece, ‘Yeleen.’
With a large following in Eastern Africa, the late leader of the Ismaili Muslim Community transformed education, healthcare and development across the region
Nicknamed the “Queen of Science,” Senamile Masango’s passing has come as a shock and a great loss to South Africa’s science community.
Condolence messages and eulogies have followed Nujoma’s passing, who led the decades-long struggle for Namibia’s independence from apartheid South Africa.
Kwaito legend Doc Shebeleza passed away earlier today following a long battle with illness.
We look into some of the memorable roles that the long-serving South African actress played during her impactful life.
The prominent singer, actress and activist, Onyeka Onwenu has passed away, but her legacy lives on, especially in these five stellar performances.
Known as the Elegant Stallion, the iconic Nigerian musician passed away on July 30, aged 72.
The Savage Beauty and Miseducation star passed away at the age of 30 in a car crash in Krugersdorp, Gauteng province, South Africa.
Actor and comedian John Okafor passed away over the weekend. He was a legend from the home video era of Nollywood.
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