Thursday, May 17, 2012

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Western coverage of Africa has long been dominated by inaccurate assumptions, sensationalist headlines and a focus on the negative.
African artists' use of discarded materials is driven by artistic vision, not necessity.
Zimbabwe's artistic community navigate carefully around state censorship.
The Buena Vista Social Club prodigy reflects on his African roots.
Language is no barrier in a Kiswahili version of Shakespeare's Merry Wives of Windsor at London's Globe Theatre.
A brilliantly funky creation from Damon Albarn, Tony Allen and Flea.
Nairobi graffiti calls for change, but are voters listening?
Music met politics when Fela Kuti and the Egypt 80 were let loose on Motor City back in 1986.
Tingatinga artists are enjoying growing popularity worldwide, but this success has brought with it some dangers.

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