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Mr Eazi Confirms Collaboration with Major Lazer and Nicki Minaj

Yesterday, a fan mentioned Mr Eazi on Twitter with the screenshot of a paragraph, from the recent Billboard article centred around African Music, explaining an expected collaboration on Mr Eazi's EP with Major Lazer and Nicki Minaj. Mr Eazi replied to the tweet confirming the information saying "Normal level Jah willing soonest drop." This has gotten everyone talking and anticipating the release of the forthcoming EP. https://twitter.com/mreazi/status/1263749834277818368?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1263749834277818368&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fpulsembed.eu%2Fp2em%2Fn_HC42tig%2F Also yesterday, he shared the visuals to his new song 'I No Go Give Up On You', a follow up to his single 'Kpalanga'. Watch the visualiser below: https://youtu.be/rMi9AGauaxg

afrobeatingx May 22, 2020

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Celebrity

Battle of Songs: MI vs Naeto C, Who will Win?

Compulsorily staying at home is the hurt that keeps taking away yet the gift that keeps on giving. Music stars all over the world are engaging in battles of hits against one another to encourage staying at home which has been such a thrill like an in-home concert experience - that's the best we get while we are socially distancing. There have been Verzuz battles between artistes like Teddy Riley and Baby Face, Jill Scott and Erykah Badu. There have also been battles of Nigerian hits between producers Sarz v Shizzi and Masterkraft and Pheelz. Head to Head, Toe to Toe and Hit for Hit, Nigerian Rappers M.I and Naeto C will be going at it in a 10 for 10 battle on Instagram Live on the 24th May at 8pm WAT / 9pm CAT. This was announced yesterday via […]

afrobeatingx May 22, 2020

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News

Guateng Covid-19 Hero Dies In Active Service

Professor Anton Stoltz, an expert of infectious disease of the Ekurhuleni and Tshwane District Health Services department in Guateng is dead. Stoltz had his last breath on Wednesday evening following series of complications from surgeries as confirmed by the University of Pretoria, Guateng. The professor had an excellent record with the fight against CoronaVirus as all 19 patients registered under his name all recovered and discharged as reported by the Ekurhuleni and Tshwane District Health Services, a department he worked for until his death. Messages of goodwill have been pouring in numbers since his death as all spoke well of his hard work during his lifetime.

afrobeatingx May 22, 2020

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KwaZulu-Natal: Teenager, woman arrested for alleged kidnap of a 4-day old baby boy

In KwaZulu, a teenager and a woman have been arrested for allegedly kidnapping a 4-day-old boy in Umzimkhulu who has been rescued in KwaZulu-Natal .  Report gathered says the four days old infant was whisked away from the mother by a 17-year-old girl and a 20-year-old woman who offered the mother a lift from hospital to her home. However, Police spokesperson, Captain Nqobile Gwala, revealed that the pair had befriended the mother on Monday when she was discharged from hospital in Umzimkhulu after giving birth to a baby boy. "An intensive investigation led the team of investigating officers to Mfulamahle Location where the two females and baby were found. The suspects were immediately arrested." Gwala, hinted that the baby was taken to hospital for a medical check-up.

afrobeatingx May 22, 2020

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Celebrity

I Miss the Mystery of Actors- Blessing Egbe

Blessing Effiom Egbe is a writer, producer, director, actress and ex-model; she wears many hats including that of a lover of art. The 'Lekki Wives' and 'The Ten Virgins' producer expressed in a Twitter thread that she missed the mystery of actors and felt that modern actors in a bid to improve their brand have 'become too accessible' prioritising money over the beauty of the craft. She advised that actors put in more effort to immerse themselves in their characters. https://twitter.com/blessingegbe/status/1259467011899392000?s=21 People in conversation with the tweets concurred while they reminisced about old Nollywood movies and memorable roles their favourite veteran actors.

afrobeatingx May 22, 2020

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Entertainment

Sitting Capacity to be Reduced by 50% -Nigerian cinemas Association

Thousands of businesses and numerous sectors have been impacted by the on-going Coronavirus pandemic - including the Film Industry. Exciting Nigerian movies were set to begin showing at cinemas up until COVID-19 hit and Nigeria and the rest world had to form new habits such as social distancing, working from home etc. As it's been over a month since major cities went on lockdown, states across the country are gradually opening up with new guidelines issued daily. The Cinema Exhibitors Association of Nigeria (CEAN) shared informative graphics of safety measures via their Instagram account (@ceanigeria). https://www.instagram.com/p/B_4f7aBFJ3N/?igshid=1ovjiqde2f1fv Some of the measures include: Face masks as a pre-requisite for entry.Temperature checks at entrances and foyer areas.Strict social distancing at foyer areas of no more than 30 to 50 persons at a time.20 minutes end-time in between shows to regulate traffic.Deep cleaning of […]

afrobeatingx May 22, 2020

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Celebrity

Tiwa Savage, Davido and Mr Eazi Feature In Cover Story For Billboard Magazine

Billboard Magazine published an article two days ago themed 'Africa Now'. The story is centred around African music with fresh interviews of three of Africa's biggest stars - Tiwa Savage, Davido and Mr Eazi. The trio speak with Billboard's Gail Mitchell on their rise to stardom, upcoming projects, notable moments in the industry and their promotion of Africa and her music. It also features vibrant photos taken by Lakin Ogunbanwo and Seye Isikalu. The article titled " 'This Isn't A Fad': Three of Africa's Biggest Stars on Making the Industry Come to Them " can be read here. Photo: Lakin Ogunbanwo Photo: Seye Isikalu Photo: Lakin Ogunbanwo Photo: Lakin Ogunbanwo

afrobeatingx May 22, 2020

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Feature

Mory Kanté, African music Icon dies at 70

Veteran African music star, Mory Kanté, who played a significant role in championing the cause of African music to the mainstream market with hits such as Yéké Yéké has passed on. Mory Kanté died, according to reports, at the Hospital in the early hours of Friday 22 May, 2020 in Conakry, Guinea at the age of 70. His son, Balla Kanté made this known to the media. https://youtu.be/BVmS0SSSdWM ‘‘His death was as a result of untreated health problems, he said. "He suffered from chronic illnesses and often travelled to France for treatment but that was no longer possible with the coronavirus," Balla added. Alpha Condé, The president of Guinea, extended his condolences on the death of the veteran musician via Twitter, stating that Kanté had been exceptional all through his music career. #Mory_Kanté La culture africaine est en deuil. Mes […]

afrobeatingx May 22, 2020

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Celebrity

The Last Dance – Michael Jordan Of ESPN Documentaries

"The Last Dance" is the Michael Jordan of documentaries for ESPN; at least in terms of ratings. “The Last Dance”, is a 10-episode docuseries focused on Michael Jordan and the Chicago bulls rise to 6 NBA Championships.  With the last two episodes showed on Sunday, ESPN reports its the most-watched documentary ever on the network.  Debuting in April, the docuseries amassed a total of 5.6 million views. The first two episodes of this docuseries are still ESPN’s most-viewed original content since 2004. Meanwhile, the series was also a hit on social media. It was the trending topic on Twitter every Sunday night a new episode was released.   "We are thrilled with the response from fans throughout the run of the series," Connor Schell, ESPN's executive V.P of content, said in a statement. "The past five Sunday nights have brought fans […]

afrobeatingx May 21, 2020

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Arts

Ethiopia’s First Female Superhero comic, Bags Nomination

Ethiopia’s First Female Superhero Comic "Hawi" is Nominated for "Best Graphic Novel". This nomination is at the annual NOMMO Awards for African Speculative Fiction. The NOMMO Awards are often presented in four categories. These categories include; "Best Novel", "Best Novella", "Best Short Story" and "Best Graphic Novel". Written by Beserat Debebe, Hawi is Ethiopia's first female superhero comic. Meanwhile, Jember, written by Debebe, made it onto the long-list in the same category. "Jember" was the country's first-ever comic; from ETAN comics "Centers a female superhero, Hawi is the story of a young Ethiopian woman named Ement Legesse. Who is tasked with having to rescue her mother after she's is abducted"; Debebe says in an interview. The visuals are nothing short of stunning and showcase Debebe's talented team of African artists. While telling a great story, but still using their unique abilities to capture the […]

afrobeatingx May 21, 2020

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