1. Quinta Brunson to star in new Betty Boop feature film

    Quinta Brunson, best known as Dr Fuzzby in Zootopia 2 and creator of the award-winning sitcom Abbott Elementary, is set to develop and star in a new Betty Boop feature film, marking the iconic...

  2. Netflix announces Michael Jackson trial documentary as Lionsgate confirms Michael sequel

    A new wave of projects centred around the life and legacy of Michael Jackson is set to reignite global conversation this year, with both Netflix and Lionsgate unveiling major productions...

  3. ZIFF 2026 spotlights 65 films across fiction, documentary and animation

    The Zanzibar International Film Festival (ZIFF) is preparing for another vibrant celebration of cinema, culture and creativity after unveiling its official film selection for the 2026 edition...

  4. Cardi B leads 2026 BET Awards nominations as Tems, Tyla shine for Africa

    African artistes also made a strong impact across major categories, underscoring the continued global rise of Afrobeats and R&B crossover sounds.

  5. Uganda’s Ghetto Kids set for FIFA World Cup spotlight with Shakira

    The 2026 FIFA World Cup will run from June 11 to July 19 across 16 host cities in the United States, Mexico and Canada.

  6. Tanzania opens talks with Cannes film festival leadership to boost film industry participation

    The talks form part of wider efforts by the embassy to promote cultural diplomacy and support the growth of Tanzania’s creative industries, including film, arts and tourism.

  7. Zuchu launches music masterclass to empower Tanzania’s next generation of artistes

    Tanzanian Bongo Flava star Zuchu has officially launched a special music training programme aimed at empowering upcoming artistes and music industry professionals across the country.

  8. Drake shakes hip-hop with three albums, personal confessions and fresh feuds

    Drake has once again placed himself at the centre of the hip-hop world after releasing three surprise albums in a single day and using the sprawling project to address fractured friendships...

  9. Lupita Nyong’o takes on dual mythical roles in Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’

    Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o is set for a commanding return to the big screen after director Christopher Nolan confirmed she will portray both Helen of Troy and Clytemnestra in his...

  10. Abigail, Bien, Joshua Baraka set to perform at the BAL! in Rwanda

    East African stars Abigail Chams, Bien and Joshua Baraka are set to light up Kigali, Rwanda, with special performances during the 2026 Basketball Africa League playoffs and finals.

  11. New details emerge in D4vd and Celeste Rivas case

    Investigations involving American singer-songwriter D4vd and Celeste Rivas Hernandez, 14, continue to develop as prosecutors file new court documents and investigators disclose additional details...

  12. Vanessa Mdee brings fresh emotion to ‘How Great Thou Art’ cover

    Vanessa Mdee has released a heartfelt rendition of the timeless Christian hymn “How Great Thou Art", offering a reflective and emotionally rich performance of the classic worship song.

  13. Nandy, Abigail Chams join Africa Forward Summit lineup in Nairobi

    Nandy and Abigail Chams are set to perform at the Africa Forward Summit 2026 in Nairobi, marking a strong Tanzanian presence at one of the continent’s leading policy and cultural gatherings.

  14. AfroExchange, Johnnie Walker join forces to take Tanzanian music distribution global

    A music industry dialogue convened under AfroExchange, with support from Johnnie Walker, has brought together DJs and creatives here in the city to examine pathways for Tanzanian music to reach...

  15. Michael Jackson biopic ‘Michael’ moonwalks past box office records

    The film Michael, a biopic of Michael Jackson, has broken box office records with a $217m global opening weekend, becoming the biggest live-action debut of 2026. The highly anticipated biopic...