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CHINA/RUSSIA: Joint China-Russia media delegation experiences culture, innovation in China’s Suzhou.
Members of a joint China-Russia media delegation experience the making of Taohuawu woodblock New Year prints as they visit Pingjiang Road, a block of historical and cultural interest, in Suzhou, east China’s Jiangsu Province, Aug. 23, 2026. The delegation visited Suzhou from Aug. 22 to 23, experiencing the charm of China’s Jiangnan culture. (Xinhua/Li Bo)
IVORY COAST: Ivorian Cuisine Festival: showcasing little-known traditional recipes at the heart of the 2026 edition.
Abidjan, 22 August 2026 (AIP) – The cuisine festival is gaining in maturity with a strengthened organization and a greater willingness to value traditional recipes that are…
Ivory Coast
MAURITANIA: Launch of the activities of National Culture and Arts Week in Assaba.
The Minister of Culture, Arts, Communication and Relations with Parliament, the government spokesman, Mr. El Houssein Ould Medou, accompanied by the Wali Nowadays of Assaba, Mr. Ahmedou…
Mauritania
TOGO: Iss clauses Wouldn theyes Sometimes Sames
Blitta-Gare, 19 August (/ the Seventys Katsè Out-of-pocket The theme chosen for this edition is “Culture Anyanga: Our Identity, Our Pride”. The celebration made it possible to thank…
Togo
NIGERIA: PRESIDENT TINUBU CELEBRATES FORMER MILITARY PRESIDENT IBRAHIM BABANGIDA ON HIS 85TH BIRTHDAY.
President Bola Tinubu has extended warm congratulations to General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (rtd), elder statesman and former military President, on his 85th birthday on August 17, 2026.…
Nigeria
Women’s Festival in Teto Created: a 14th edition that combines popular success and social engagement.
Tetouan – The Festival Voix de Femmes closed its 14th edition, on the Grand Stage Al Matar in Tetouan. Karima Gouit, accompanied by a troupe from Ahwach,…
Morocco
Amhara Region Prepares for Colorful Shadey, Ashendye, and Solel Festivals.
Addis Ababa, August 17, 2026 (ENA) —The Amhara Region has finalized preparations to celebrate the Shadey, Ashendye, and Solel festivals in a colorful manner, the Region’s Culture,…
Ethiopia