AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMusic & Culture: Pink breaks her silence on the Macklemore/Ed Sheeran “Free Palestine” backlash, saying a repost wasn’t a statement and vowing to keep speaking out despite being painted as the villain. Film Spotlight: Venice Final Cut winner Machérie Ekwa Bahango talks “Madi Makambu,” aiming to have Congo seen beyond labels, with stories rooted in violence, injustice, and women’s resilience. Pan-African Sound: Yemi Alade releases her 7th studio album “It’s Yemi Alade,” spotlighting rumba with Ferré Gola and more genre-hopping guitar-led tracks. Arts & Craft: The Goldsmiths’ Fair spotlights fine craft and digital-era creativity, including Republic of Congo-born London-based jeweler Makila Nsika. Entertainment Media: National Geographic and BBC Studios launch “Africa: Earth’s Wild Home,” promising Congo night-hunting hyenas and other wildlife stories across nearly 30 countries. Sports (Congo link): Orlando Pirates legend Gavin Lane backs the club after a goalless draw, noting last season’s tie with Congo’s Saint-Eloi Lupopo. Local Arts/Community: Durban’s migrant protests continue to disrupt businesses, with calls for relocation to Lindela—an offstage reality shaping community life.
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