BANDE ANNONCE du film: Relationship Goals Artistes: Method Man, Dennis Haysbert, Kelly Rowland, Matt Walsh, Annie Gonzalez, Matt Walsh, DeVaughn Nixon, Ryan Jamaal Swain
Noxolo, Leehleza & Semi Tee – CASABLANCA GROOVE ft. Myztro
Noxolo, Leehleza & Semi Tee — CASABLANCA GROOVE (ft. Myztro): A Stylish Amapiano Fusion of Class and Energy
Noxolo, Leehleza, and Semi Tee come together on CASABLANCA GROOVE, featuring Myztro—a refined yet energetic Amapiano record that blends elegance with undeniable rhythm.
From the title alone, CASABLANCA GROOVE hints at something stylish and atmospheric, and the track del
Noxolo, Leehleza & Semi Tee – CASABLANCA GROOVE ft. Myztro
Noxolo, Leehleza & Semi Tee — CASABLANCA GROOVE (ft. Myztro): A Stylish Amapiano Fusion of Class and Energy
Noxolo, Leehleza, and Semi Tee come together on CASABLANCA GROOVE, featuring Myztro—a refined yet energetic Amapiano record that blends elegance with undeniable rhythm.
From the title alone, CASABLANCA GROOVE hints at something stylish and atmospheric, and the track delivers exactly that. It carries a sense of class in its mood, while still staying rooted in the dancefloor-driven energy Amapiano is known for.
The production is polished and full of movement. Deep log drums, rolling percussion, warm basslines, and layered melodic textures form the foundation of the track. Semi Tee’s influence comes through in the clean structure and addictive bounce, while Leehleza and Myztro inject creativity through sharp transitions and dynamic rhythmic patterns. The result is a beat that feels alive—constantly evolving, yet smooth and easy to follow.
Noxolo’s vocal performance adds another dimension entirely. Her delivery brings warmth, emotion, and melody, giving the track its human touch. Instead of sitting above the instrumental, the vocals blend into it, becoming part of the groove itself. This balance between voice and production makes the record feel complete and immersive.
CASABLANCA GROOVE thrives on that duality—sophisticated yet playful, smooth yet energetic. It’s the kind of track that works just as well on the dancefloor as it does in everyday listening, carrying replay value through both its rhythm and its mood.
You can listen to Noxolo, Leehleza & Semi Tee – CASABLANCA GROOVE ft. Myztro here.
This is a 14-track album five years in the making, dedicated to Kidjo’s late mother Yvonne, who she described as a lasting source of optimism and courage. That dedication is not just sentimental. It carries all the way through to the closing track, a version of Malaika, a song her mother loved.
The album features Pharrell Williams, NileRodgers, Quavo, CharlieWilson, FallyIpupa, DiamondPlatnumz, PJMorton, IZA, FlorentPagny, Dadju and the Soweto Gospel Choir, alongside Nigerian acts Davido, AyraStarr and The Cavemen. Pharrell also produced three tracks for the album in Paris.
The presence of Davido, Ayra Starr and The Cavemen on this project is worth noting. Kidjo and Davido are no strangers to each other — the two have previously collaborated on “Na Money†and “Joy.†Seeing them reunite on “Hope!!†adds another chapter to a working relationship that has already produced two songs together.
The first single, “Fall on Me,†features PJ Morton and gives an early sense of the album’s tone, shaped by themes of joy, strength and perseverance. Kidjo has said she poured her whole heart into this project, and with a feature list that bridges continents, generations and genres, it shows.
“Hope!!†follows her 2021 album “Mother Nature,†which won a Grammy Award for Best Global Music Album
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Titre: LE GRAND DÉPLACEMENT (2025)
Titre Original: Le Grand déplacement
Réalisateur: Jean-Pascal Zadi Scénariste: Jean-Pascal Zadi, Hélène Bararuzunza
Année: 2025
Durée: 92 mn
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Genre: Comédie, Sc-Fiction,
Distribution: Gaumont
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BANDE ANNONCE du film: Le grand déplacement Artistes: Jean-Pascal Zadi, Fadily Camara, Clau
BANDE ANNONCE du film: Le grand déplacement Artistes: Jean-Pascal Zadi, Fadily Camara, Claudia Tagbo, Reda Kateb, Lous and the Yakuza, Josh Casaubon, Alassane Diong, Déborah Lukumuena, Fary, Djimo
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Dans le plus grand des secrets, se prépare à décoller la première mission spatiale africaine ! L’équipage, issu du continent et de sa diaspora, doit explorer la planète « NARDAL », afin d’évaluer la possibilité d’y ramener tous les Africains si jamais la Terre devenait inhabitable. Le problème c’est que le voyage sera long. Très long. Et que la plus grande inconnue des missions interstellaires demeure l’entente entre les astronautes…
As Palestinians continue to suffer at the hands of Israel's genocidal war against Gaza, civilians from around the world are taking matters into their own hands. In North Africa, the Al-Soumoud Convoy (Arabic for "steadfast resistance") aims to travel from Algeria through Tunisia, Libya, and Egypt to Rafah to deliver aid. Buses and private cars full of hopeful adults of all ages left Tunis on Monday, June 9, expecting to arrive at the Egyptian border with Gaza after June 12, picking up volunteers
As Palestinians continue to suffer at the hands of Israel's genocidal war against Gaza, civilians from around the world are taking matters into their own hands. In North Africa, the Al-Soumoud Convoy (Arabic for "steadfast resistance") aims to travel from Algeria through Tunisia, Libya, and Egypt to Rafah to deliver aid.
Buses and private cars full of hopeful adults of all ages left Tunis on Monday, June 9, expecting to arrive at the Egyptian border with Gaza after June 12, picking up volunteers along the way. Their courage is admirable, and many around the world are relieved that, finally, someone is taking action.
"At best, we hope the Al-Soumoud convoy helps the global effort to reopen the Rafah crossing to aid and amplify the call to break the siege and end the genocide. It's about breaking the complicity of governments, including pro-Zionist Arab regimes, but also the silence of international institutions," Algerian researcher and activist Raouf Farrah tells OkayAfrica.
Farrah is participating as an individual activist, helping by gathering supplies and transporting materials. "We want this action to reignite popular mobilization across borders and force governments to reckon with their inaction," he continues. "At the very least, the convoy sends a clear message: from Tunis to Algiers to Libya, Egypt, and Morocco, people are rising in solidarity with Gaza."
The majority of North Africans have been in solidarity with Palestinians for decades, but their governments have resorted to performative criticism of Israel's occupation. In Egypt, dozens of pro-Palestinian Egyptians, including minors, have been arrested for practicing solidarity; at least 150 currently remain in pretrial detention facing charges of terrorism.
This makes North Africa a complex and unlikely place for such a show of civilian force post-2011. Especially in Egypt, many doubt that the Al-Soumoud Convoy will be allowed to cross the highly militarized Sinai Peninsula.
The situation is complicated by the Global March to Gaza, comprising delegations from over 50 countries that plan to walk from Al-Arish to Rafah on June 13. The organization is separate but in coordination with the convoy. This is not the first time a delegation has tried to reach Rafah; the Egyptian government thwarted efforts in 2023.
"It is a source of disappointment and embarrassment for all Egyptians that our government is highly unlikely to allow either the Tunisian or global marches to make their way to Rafah. The Egyptian government has since the beginning of the genocidal war in Gaza restricted access by Egyptian citizens and Egyptian and foreign media to come even close to the area, except for highly choreographed assemblies by its ardent supporters and pro-government media," Hossam Bahgat, Executive Director of the Egyptian Initiative for Personal Rights, tells OkayAfrica.
The Al-Soumoud convoy is aware of the difficult political situation on the ground. Farrah shares, "We expect obstacles — from political obstruction to tight control and possibly limited repression, as well as logistical challenges, especially at borders with Egypt. But the will is firm. This convoy is a rejection of indifference and an act of dignity from below."
However, many Egyptians and Palestinians were concerned that the march volunteers lacked understanding of the immediate danger that comes with any sort of political action in Egypt. "We have built access to medical structures for displaced Palestinians with immense care, caution, and trust over more than a year and a half. These networks are fragile. They can disappear overnight if outside actors disrupt the political balance we've been carefully navigating," Lucy Mahfouz, a local aid worker who uses an alias for security reasons, tells OkayAfrica.
She continues, "People live here. Palestinians live here, and they are already being watched, harassed, denied access to care, or worse. What is framed as a symbolic gesture or a media action by international activists could have devastating, long-term consequences for them."
American author and human rights advocate Hannah Claire Smith is determined to join the march. "After 20 months of a live-streamed genocide, it's clear that educating people online about the ongoing atrocities isn't enough," she says. "It's time to escalate our advocacy and demand more from the international community."
Irish podcaster Danielle Cooper also flew to Cairo. "We want to amplify the voice of the global anti-genocide community and put pressure on governments who aren't doing anything," she says. "I'm not anticipating many obstacles; we aim to protest peacefully. The only challenges we may face are trekking through the Sinai desert in the blistering heat, which is a drop in the ocean compared to what the people of Palestine are facing every day."
"We have sent letters from the different international delegations to the Egyptian embassies. Parliamentarians have sent letters on our behalf to the Egyptian government. We have worked on our discourse, content of communication with the press, and chart of ethics, and I feel we have taken all the necessary steps to guarantee permission," says Saif Abukeshek, chair of the international committee of the Global March to Gaza. "We see Egypt as part of the solution, and we count on their support to fulfill our mission and reach the border."
The willingness of these volunteers, who are said to be thousands, to set aside their daily lives and physically show up in this moment of moral urgency should be an inspiration and a reminder for all of us that we must do better. Everyone has a role to play, and nobody will be free until all of us are free.
At the same time, doing better means listening to those on the ground and considering the long-term consequences and practicality of political action. In an ideal world, the convoy and march join forces and walk to Rafah, supported by the Egyptian government, to open a humanitarian corridor and finally end the siege. The reality, however, looks different.
On Wednesday, June 11, the Egyptian government published a statement reaffirming the regulations governing visits by foreign delegations to areas adjacent to the Gaza Strip, including Al-Arish and the Rafah border crossing.
As of today, June 12, Cairo authorities have detained and deported dozens of foreign nationals arriving in Egypt for the Global March to Gaza. There are reports of hotel raids in central Cairo, with several activists arrested. One organiser told news agency AFP that more than 200 foreign citizens had been detained at the Cairo airport since Wednesday.
Meanwhile, the Al-Soumoud convoy has not yet been granted permission to traverse Eastern Libya, which is under the control of General Khalifa Haftar, whose government is closely aligned with the Egyptian President.
None of this comes as a surprise to Egyptians.
"At the very least, we hope to show the people of Gaza they are not alone and to force the international community to reckon with its complicity," says Smith. "Even if governments don't act immediately, we believe mass mobilization can shift what's politically possible."
To this, Mahfouz says, "If a regime that has brutally repressed any form of Palestinian solidarity is suddenly letting foreign nationals approach the border and post about it freely, you should ask: who is benefiting from this? Because it is clearly not the Palestinians living here. If anything, this kind of action allows the regime to posture while cracking down even harder on those who stay behind. It risks turning solidarity into a stage, while those living under daily surveillance pay the price."
This story was originally posted June 10, 2025 at 3:52 p.m. and has been updated.
June 12, 10:19 a.m. Updated to include updates of participant deportations by the Egyptian government.
"In the entrance hall of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), there's this gigantic statue of Ramses II. It's the largest standing statue of an ancient Egyptian king on Earth, and it's on a base surrounded by water in the shape of a pyramid," Ibrahim Morgan tells OkayAfrica. He chuckles. "Many guests are mesmerized and drawn by the statue's beauty, so they don't focus. They keep walking towards it and end up falling into the water."Morgan is an Egyptologist and tour guide with 29 years of experience
"In the entrance hall of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), there's this gigantic statue of Ramses II. It's the largest standing statue of an ancient Egyptian king on Earth, and it's on a base surrounded by water in the shape of a pyramid," Ibrahim Morgan tells OkayAfrica. He chuckles. "Many guests are mesmerized and drawn by the statue's beauty, so they don't focus. They keep walking towards it and end up falling into the water."
Morgan is an Egyptologist and tour guide with 29 years of experience. Eighteen months ago, he started working for GEM, the world's largest archaeological museum complex, home to more than 100,000 artifacts.
GEM's foundation was laid two kilometers north of the Great Pyramids of Giza in 2002. Its construction began in 2005, but the Arab Spring, political turmoil, and financial setbacks repeatedly stopped the works. On July 3, 2025, it will finally open its doors to the public.
Some people have already had the chance to visit this architectural masterpiece and its thoughtfully curated galleries during its trial phase. In segments edited for length and clarity, Morgan tells OkayAfrica about the great honor and pride he feels working at GEM.
Morgan: "Studying Egyptology has been a dream of mine since I was a child. I was born in a small town in Upper Egypt, in the Sohag governorate. My dad would always take me to old sites, like churches and monasteries, in our town and the nearby provinces. It was awesome to feel such a connection to this ancient civilization as someone with deep Egyptian roots through my family lineage. These were my forefathers who left such a great civilization, and we have a personal link.
In sixth grade, my mom, a teacher, started teaching me English. I wanted to use my love for learning languages to tell the world about the greatness of my forefathers and the history and antiquities they left behind for us. The only way to come in contact with tourists is through studying Egyptology, archaeology, history, and foreign languages at university. Then, you can get a license to become a tour guide. You have to have two licenses from the Ministry of Antiquities and Tourism and join the Tour Guides Union or Syndicate so that you can work legally.
Upon learning about this, I applied to the University of Alexandria with the highest marks. This meant I had to leave my small town and go to the big city for the first time. I knew nothing; I'd never been to Cairo or Alexandria. At 18, it was a big cultural shock for me. I went to public school in my town, but everyone who studied with me [in Alexandria] came from private schools, so there was a huge difference. I had to lose my thick Upper Egyptian accent; I came a long way.
I have visited the Pyramids of Giza 8,104 times. I keep a record because it's the only existing [ancient] world wonder. It has magic. Every time I go, it's as if it's my first time. If you have this love in your heart for ancient sites, you don't exert effort to keep it interesting.
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Tour guide Ibrahim Morgan stands next to the statue of Ramses II in GEM's atrium. In this clip he talks about the positive feedback he gets from guests who have been part of his tours, their impression of Egypt and the kindness of Egyptians.
Sometimes, I'm so happy that I don't even want to eat when I see the expressions and feelings of speechless guests. Many cry and say that this was the best trip they have ever taken; that is the crowning of my work. They may have heard that Egyptians are aggressive and not welcoming in western media, but then find that most Egyptians are kind and genuine. Through my work, I help correct people’s misconceptions about Egyptians and replace them with the truth about how loving and caring we are.
The physical aspect of being a tour guide is demanding, plus the heat. GEM is a new concept. It's clean, secure, air-conditioned, and has a hospitality team. There are cafes, restaurants with local food, and shops with local crafts. I wear a uniform with beige pants, a white shirt with the logo, and a blazer, and I feel proud. I can speak through a microphone instead of yelling. My team is highly educated; they speak German, French, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, and even Hebrew. We're paid very good money and looked after.
We have standardized, guided tours that typically last around 90 minutes, but each guide adds their own touch and storytelling. I answer the common questions first: What's so unique about GEM? I explain that it has the only hanging obelisk on Earth and the largest standing statue of an Egyptian king, Ramses II, which was broken into six pieces until Gamal Abdel Nasser asked a German company to restore it.
There is a false assumption that Egyptians don't care about their heritage. Most Egyptians love their heritage and feel proud to be Egyptian. I became more aware of this when I started working at GEM, where we do Arabic tours. When I showed locals around, they would say, 'We need to protect these antiquities, and we would like to have the antiquities that were taken away from Egypt back.'
The Egyptian Ministry of Education recently started teaching more about Egyptian history and antiquities in schools. And what's so impressive is that they began to teach the ancient Egyptian language in schools for the first time in the history of Egypt.
GEM is Egypt's and Africa's gift to the world. I advise anyone to come and visit; they will be amazed. I've been to the Louvre, the Metropolitan Museum in New York, and the Egyptian Museum in Berlin, but GEM is the best museum in the world. It's truly a gem. Every human should be proud."
If you would like to book a tour with Ibrahim Morgan, contact him through his Facebook page.
Anendlessocean kicks off the year with a brand new single, “ZA“, a bold declaration of spiritual power and reverence.
With this track, the artist taps into the divine, calling on a higher force through the repeated chant of “YAH YAH YAH YAH NA GA ZÀ.” The song’s lyrics evoke a powerful sense of faith and connection, as it summons a force that promises protection, guidance, and an unshakable presence.
“ZA” is more than music, it’s an invitation to witness the raw energy of faith in action. It’s
Anendlessocean kicks off the year with a brand new single, “ZA“, a bold declaration of spiritual power and reverence.
With this track, the artist taps into the divine, calling on a higher force through the repeated chant of “YAH YAH YAH YAH NA GA ZÀ.” The song’s lyrics evoke a powerful sense of faith and connection, as it summons a force that promises protection, guidance, and an unshakable presence.
“ZA” is more than music, it’s an invitation to witness the raw energy of faith in action. It’s about reaching out to the divine, knowing that, when called upon, help and clarity are always within reach. This track blends deep spiritual longing with the certainty that divine intervention will always come through.
Titre: THE FIRE INSIDE (2024)
Titre Original: The Fire Inside
Réalisateur: Rachel Morrison Scénariste: Barry Jenkins
Année: 2024
Durée: 109 mn
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Genre: Biographie, Drame,
Distribution: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
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BANDE ANNONCE du film: The Fire Inside Artistes: Brian Tyree Henry, Ryan Destiny, Jazmin Headley, Kylee D. Allen,
BANDE ANNONCE du film: The Fire Inside Artistes: Brian Tyree Henry, Ryan Destiny, Jazmin Headley, Kylee D. Allen, De’Adre Aziza, Chrystian Buddington, Maurice Wayne Anglin, Teanna Weir, Taytem Douglas, Olunike Adeliyi, Adam Clark
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Claressa, 17 ans, originaire de Flint dans le Michigan connaît une enfance difficile. Elle trouve refuge dans la pratique de la boxe. Elle rêve d’être la première femme américaine à remporter une médaille d’or olympique dans ce domaine. Voici son histoire.
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