Nandy brings African Princess style to Paris Fashion Week 2026–2027

Paris Fashion Week 2026–2027 arrives with its usual fanfare, drawing designers, celebrities, influencers, and fashion enthusiasts from around the world.

Frida Amani takes environmental campaigns to secondary schools, scouts young talent

Weeks after calling for stronger youth participation in environmental action, Tanzanian rapper and ecosystem restoration advocate Frida Amani has taken her message directly to students

Beyoncé, Dr Dre among new names on Forbes’ celebrity billionaires list

Acclaimed filmmaker James Cameron is also among the newest members of the exclusive club, underscoring the growing financial power of figures in the entertainment industry.

Paris Jackson challenges legal fees in Michael Jackson estate case

Court records also indicate the estate claims Paris has already received about $65 million in distributions from her father’s assets, though she disputes the figure.

Apple Music names Tanzania’s Vanillah as Up Next artist in East Africa

The global Up Next programme has previously highlighted several internationally acclaimed artists including Billie Eilish, H.E.R., Khalid, Mr Eazi, Burna Boy, Bad Bunny, Tems and Rema, among others

Gunfire horror at Rihanna’s Beverly Hills mansion as woman arrested

A woman has been arrested after a firearm was repeatedly discharged towards the home of global music star Rihanna in Beverly Hills, triggering a police response and raising security concerns in...

Why Tanzania’s film industry needs more women producers and creators

Film producer Keffa Igilio said the industry was missing an important perspective by not having more women involved in production and creative roles.

When nostalgia meets accountability: Rethinking America’s Next Top Model

When America's Next Top Model premiered in 2003, it quickly became a global pop culture force.

Tanzanian content creator Kiredio assures fans he is safe in Dubai

Tanzanian content creator Vicent Njau, popularly known as Kiredio, has reassured his followers that he is safe while currently staying in Dubai, despite rising tensions in the region.

Netflix withdraws as Paramount Skydance leads $111 billion Warner Bros. Discovery bid

Netflix has officially withdrawn from the race to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, stating the deal is no longer financially attractive and was never considered essential to the company’s strategy.

Why young artistes lose millions in music deals

Veteran Tanzanian music producer Joachim Kimaryo, alias Master J has issued a strong warning to up-and-coming artistes, saying poor understanding of contracts remains one of the biggest problems...

Met Gala 2026 to celebrate fashion as art

The Met Gala has officially revealed its dress code for 2026, announcing ‘Fashion Is Art’ as the guiding concept for this year’s highly anticipated event.

Ayo Lizer warns against overusing AI in music

As the global creative industry races to adopt Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), veteran Tanzanian music producer, Siraju Amani alias Ayo Lizer, has warned that excessive perfection...

Tanzania’s film industry eyes AI for visual effects and post-production

Online platforms are now saturated with AI-curated playlists and short films that appear indistinguishable from traditionally produced work.

Chief Loot Music ends management deal with Pipijojo

Rising Tanzanian Bongo Flava star Pipijojo has officially parted ways with Chief Loot Music, the label confirmed on Tuesday, February 24.