AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMusic & Culture: South Africa honours DJ/producer Oscar “Oskido” Mdlongwa with the Order of Ikhamanga (Silver), celebrating his role in shaping kwaito and youth culture. Live Music Experiences: Spotify’s Greasy Tunes is taking music discovery off the phone and into real spaces, with a 12-day Nairobi residency mixing performances, workshops, fashion showcases and meet-ups. Royal Wedding Buzz: King Misuzulu’s dance at his traditional wedding with Queen Sihle Mdluli went viral, sparking debate across South Africa about cultural authority and celebration. HIV & Health Spotlight: Thembi Xulu, Sanac CEO, heads to the 2026 International AIDS Conference in Rio with plans for local production of lenacapavir amid donor funding pressure. Eswatini Connections: Bantu Spaceship’s Harare One-Night Live Lab highlights their “New Jit Wave” sound, with past tours including Eswatini. Gospel & Talent: Sipho “Big Fish” Makhabane launches a nationwide gospel talent search at Mhlangatane Sports Day as part of his 60th birthday celebrations. Regional Arts & Heritage: Malawi’s Ngoni leadership backs the Umthetho Cultural Festival with fundraising and calls for cultural renewal.
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