Like Pata-Pata, Homeless and Mbube, the song Jerusalema is elevated by a historical moment in time and has the power to cross over to different audiences.
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Arts and Culture The Angolan dancers who helped South African anthem Jerusalema go global
During the coronavirus pandemic the Jerusalema dance challenge enacted a way for communities to connect – repetitive enough to be picked up and varied enough to tease.
Arts and Culture Renaissance Sportive De Berkane in historic first title
Renaissance Sportive De Berkane has been crowned CAF Confederation Cup champions, clinching their first continental title in the club’s history.
Arts and Culture Why has protest music dried up in Nigeria?
Young Nigerians are protesting bad governance and police brutality. Where is the music to assist them?
Arts and Culture OR Tambo commemorative statue unveiled
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has unveiled the OR Tambo commemorative statue to honour the late struggle stalwart Oliver Reginald Tambo.
Arts and Culture Federation-cushioned Moroccan clubs turn focus to Africa
RABAT – Moroccan football giants Raja Casablanca finally ended a seven-year title drought after winning the Botola League on Sunday.
Arts and Culture FRMF comes to the rescue of Covid-19 hit clubs
RABAT – The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) went all out to ensure the just-ended season was concluded with clubs playing in empty stadiums due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Arts and Culture How religion inspires the Nigerian diaspora to develop Africa
Religion has often been a key motivation for philanthropy and economic fairness. Africans in the diaspora champion this.
Arts and Culture What South Africa’s teachers brought to the virtual classroom during COVID-19
Teachers still hold the key to children’s learning and no keyboard or screen can replace their role.