Rwanda: four genocide memorials become world heritage sites

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Four memorials commemorating the Tutsi genocide in Rwanda, during which at least 800,000 people were exterminated, became UNESCO world heritage sites on Wednesday, the...

French visa ban controversy: Nigerien artists refuse to let culture be...

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This Nigerien flutist and singer has a message. It is one directed at France, his country's former colonial power who has banned cultural venues...

Mauritshuis museum in the Hague focusses on looted art

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Mauritshuis museum in The Hague, Netherlands is now opening discourse on Looted art which took place at different times in history. "Loot - 10 stories"...

Tunisia’s largest museum welcomes public again

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The largest museum in Tunisia has reopened to the public. The museum is housed in a 19th century Ottoman governor's palace located near the parliament...

Marrakech’s traditional riads suffer booking cancellations after earthquake

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Marrakech's hotel and catering sector is suffering losses from cancellations following Morocco's 6.8-magnitude earthquake. Mehdi Benyahya owns a riad, a traditional home with multiple stories...

16th INAC: Trainers laud catch them young programme on arts, crafts

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some entrepreneurs and trainers participating at the International Arts and Crafts (INAC) Expo have lauded the National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC) for...

Algerian family in Oran preserves tradition of ‘créponné’ ice cream

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Algerian family in Oran preserves tradition of 'créponné' ice cream. It's a "medicinal", "affordable", and "refreshing" treat sold by Mohammed Bouzeboudja and his family...

Moroccan Women showcases equestrian art of ‘Tbourida’

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Tabourida, derived from the Arabic word 'baroud' meaning gunpowder, is an ancient equestrian art dating back to the 15th century. It is a re-enactment...

London exhibition showcases artworks by brain injury patients

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An exhibition in London's Barbican centre is showcasing artworks by brain injury patients turned artists. The Differently Various exhibition is the result of a four...

Algeria: Tuareg flock to desert oasis for ancient festival

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In a riot of colour, music and dance, thousands of Tuareg have flocked to the Sebeiba festival that marks the end of an ancient...