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Monkeypox: Quash LGBTQIAp+ stigma, deal in facts
As we groove to and celebrate Renaissance, it’s paramount to remember the lives of those living and dead impacted by the HIV/AIDS epidemic. More so, as the world faces the latest monkeypox outbreak, it’s important to deal in facts when discussing the virus, instead of spreading homophobic rhetoric.
Cool girls demand justice
Too often, being romantic is seen as "doing too much", with people biting their tongues when they really want to write long, sentimental love letters. For many, the Gone Girl "Cool Girl" monologue perfectly describes this. Vengeance à la Amy isn’t attainable, but in 2022 let us lean into romance, shed our savagery, and consider justice for the romantic.
Work isn’t just “play” as a tour DJ
Gone are the days where people assume that being in the entertainment industry is as glamorous as Old Hollywood suggested. We can thank the rise in Behind the Scenes content, documentaries, and social media for that. But there still seems to be a lack of understanding that entertaining is work, even when you’re in a destination city.
Lil Nas X & Jack Harlow lead 2022 MTV VMA nominations
The 2022 MTV Video Music Awards nominations have arrived! Seeking to highlight artists who’ve been culturally impactful, transformative of the music industry, and sparked global conversation, some of the nominees include Kendrick Lamar, Doja Cat, Drake, and Harry Styles to name a few.
WAFCON 2022 tournament winners highlight gender pay gap in women’s sports
South Africa’s national women’s soccer team, Banyana Banyana has won their first African Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2022 tournament. Winning a tournament of this nature is a major achievement for any sports team. However, Banyana Banyana’s win has highlighted the plight of women in the South African sports industry and the overall treatment of sportswomen throughout the world.
Quinta Brunson, Sydney Sweeney & Jung Ho-yeon among 74th Emmy nominees
Scheduled for September 12, 2022, the 74th annual Emmy awards will take place at the Microsoft Theater. Some of the top nominated productions include Succession with 25 nominations, Ted Lasso and The White Lotus with 20 nominations, Hacks and Only Murders in the Building following with 17 nominations, and finally, Euphoria with 16 total nominations.
M3NA Media levels the playing field for industry newbies
With the express goal of demystifying the process of building good public relations for a musician and their work, the South African Music PR guide is disseminated as an 8-page PDF that comes with a complimentary PR consultation.
Makhadzi & Lawrence Maleka win big at the 2022 DStvMVCAs
The 2022 DStv MultiChoice Viewer's Choice Awards bring South African talent together again after a 2-year hiatus. Performers on the night included Kamo Mphela, Pabi Cooper and more; with Lawrence Maleka, Makhadzi, and more taking home coveted awards!
2022 BET Awards, a historic moment for Nigerian artists
Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, Diddy was the most honored celebrant at the 2022 BET Awards. At the same time, Nigerian entertainers made history and brought honor to their countrymen.
Netflix pledges $ 1 million to African Film & TV students
Netflix has announced a commitment of US$1 million towards the newly-established Netflix Creative Equity Scholarship Fund (CESF) for film and TV students in Sub-Saharan Africa.