Grenada’s carnival is more than dazzling costumes and pulsating rhythms—it is a living archive of African heritage, resilience, and resistance. Rooted in …
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Africa: Somoco Ghana Supports Homowo Festival with Donations to Ga Traditional Council
by Atqnewsby AtqnewsAs part of their contribution to this year’s Ga Homowo Festival celebrations, Management of Somoco Ghana Limited yesterday presented an array of …
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Africa: UNESCO Recognizes Sango Festival as World Heritage, as Nigeria’s Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism Presents Certificate to Alaafin of Oyo at World Sango Festival
by Atqnewsby AtqnewsThe Sango Festival, one of Nigeria’s most vibrant and historic cultural celebrations, has been officially inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of …
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Africa: Abuja Unveils ‘Groovy December’ Festival to Drive Tourism Growth
by Atqnewsby AtqnewsThe Federal Capital Territory (FCT) is set to come alive this year with the launch of ‘Groovy December’, a 16-day festival designed …
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Africa: Lagos Set to Boost Culture and Economy Through Festivals as Tourism Ministry Plans to Strengthens Link Between Culture and Commerce
by Atqnewsby AtqnewsThe Lagos State government has reaffirmed its commitment to using festivals as a powerful tool to preserve cultural heritage, boost the local …
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Africa: Dance of Peace and Battle: Ancient Festival Lives On in the Heart of the Sahara
by Atqnewsby AtqnewsAmid the sweeping sands of the Sahara, an age-old tradition thrives through a spirited dance competition where history and culture intertwine. With …
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Africa: Kinshasa to Host First World Music and Tourism Festival with Backing from UN Tourism
by Atqnewsby AtqnewsKinshasa is set to host the inaugural World Music and Tourism Festival, a groundbreaking event highlighting the role of culture and tourism …
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Africa: Ethiopian Airlines Pledges Support for Nigerian Tourism Festivals as Second Daily Lagos Flight Launches
by Atqnewsby AtqnewsEthiopian Airlines has reaffirmed its commitment to boosting Nigeria’s tourism and travel sector, expressing strong interest in partnering with local festivals and …
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News: Juneteenth ceremony begins rebuilding of one of the nation’s oldest Black churches in Virginia, USA with ceremonial groundbreaking
by Atqnewsby AtqnewsA ceremonial groundbreaking is set for Thursday to begin rebuilding one of America’s oldest Black churches in Virginia, where worship originally began …
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Africa: Ilorin Emirate Durbar 2025 Draws Thousands in a Breathtaking Display of Culture, Tourism and Unity as Sponsorship opens for 2026
by Atqnewsby AtqnewsOn the third day of Eid al-Adha 2025, Ilorin came alive with vibrant colors, rhythmic drumming, and galloping horses as the Ilorin …