South African Rapper, Da L.E.S Suffers Stroke On 39th Birthday, Fighting For Life In Hospital!
Last Friday, South African rapper Da L.E.S, real name Leslie Mampe, suffered a stroke and was hospitalized. The stroke occurred at his home on his 39th birthday. His family announced the news over the weekend, expressing gratitude for the public’s support and promising to keep fans updated on his condition. Da L.E.S is currently in a stable condition but remains under medical supervision during this challenging time.
Idris Elba Hits Big With Tanzanian Government, Secures Land For International Film Studio
Hollywood superstar Idris Elba has secured 80 acres in Zanzibar to build an international film studio. The announcement was made during the 27th anniversary celebrations of the Zanzibar International Film Festival (ZIFF) on August 1. The land allocation followed discussions with the Zanzibar government, initiated in January 2023. This project aims to boost the local film industry and attract international productions to the region.
Nigerian Celebrities React To Nationwide Hunger Protests
Nigerian celebrities have reacted to the ongoing hunger protests against the government, which have resulted in 13 deaths according to Amnesty International. Initially, many celebrities remained silent, but they have since taken to social media to criticise the government’s handling of the situation. Tems postponed the release of her music video for “Burning” in solidarity with the protesters, while Spyro urged influential figures to amplify the voices of those suffering economic hardships. Actor and comedian Mr. Macaroni accused the police of targeting peaceful protesters and condemned their actions.
