Ciara gives birth to baby number four, Burna Boy receives award in Germany for Lanxess Arena’s sold-out show, Osimhen named CAF African Player of the Year. Stay in the know with our Rave News Digest, which summarizes five of the hottest global news stories you need to catch up on, saving you time and energy. Consider it your daily news fix.
1. Ciara gives birth to baby number four
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Ciara has given birth to her fourth child—her third with husband Russell Wilson. The couple made their happy announcement in an Instagram post on Monday, December 11, with a photo of their adorable baby girl, who is dressed in a black onesie with a matching black beanie that features her name: Amora.
The couple also revealed the little girl’s full name in the caption, writing, “Amora Princess Wilson … We Love You so much!” The newborn’s weight, the parents revealed, was a healthy 9 lbs 1 oz. The date “12/11/23” is stamped on the little one’s photo. The pair’s famous friends were quick to congratulate them on the newborn’s arrival.
Congratulations to the couple.
2. Burna Boy receives award in Germany for Lanxess Arena sold-out show
Burna Boy was presented with his award for selling out the 20,000 capacity Lanxess Arena in Cologne, Germany last night! 🏆 pic.twitter.com/1uf4rpRX8o
— benny. (@benny7gg) December 11, 2023
Renowned Nigerian singer, songwriter, and record producer Burna Boy has received a distinguished award in Germany in recognition of his outstanding achievement in selling out the 20,000-seat Lanxess Arena in Cologne. The accolade follows Burna Boy’s captivating performance at the venue, where he showcased his latest songs to an enthralled audience.
A video circulating online captures the pivotal moment when a German national presented Burna Boy with the well-deserved award for his exceptional accomplishment at the Lanxess Arena in Cologne, Germany.
3. South Africa: South African music sensation Zahara dies at 35
I am very saddened by the passing of @ZaharaSA. My deepest condolences to the Mkutukana family and the South African music industry. Government has been with the family for some time now. Zahara and her guitar made an incredible and lasting impact in South African music. pic.twitter.com/1a402aQfLs
— Minister of Sport, Arts & Culture (@zizikodwa) December 11, 2023
South African music sensation Zahara, who stole the hearts of many with her stunning vocals and her guitar, has passed away at the age of 35 after a battle with illness. The death of the singer, who was one of the few who redefined South African music, was confirmed by the South African Minister for Arts and Culture, Bulelwa Mkutukana, in a post on the social media platform X.
His post on social media read, “I am very saddened by the passing of @ZaharaSA. My deepest condolences to the Mkutukana family and the South African music industry. The government has been with the family for some time now. Zahara and her guitar made an incredible and lasting impact in South African music.”
4. Damson Idris calls out Black men’s treatment of Black women in a powerful message
Damson Idris: “I see so much unprovoked hatred towards Black women…” pic.twitter.com/X16HuQqH3w
— Fck_Yaya🎧✍️🏾 (@FckYaya) December 12, 2023
Damson Idris has grown frustrated with the treatment of Black women. Late Monday night, December 11, in a message directed at Black men, the “Snowfall” star highlighted his observations, stating, “I SEE SO MUCH UNPROVOKED HATRED TOWARDS BLACK WOMEN TODAY BY PREDOMINANTLY GROWN BLACK MEN. ESPECIALLY TOWARDS OUR YOUNG STARS THAT ARE JUST TRYING TO DO THEIR THING.”
He continued, “THE COMPULSION TO HUMBLE THESE WOMEN PERHAPS MAKES YOU FEEL LIKE MORE OF A MAN I PROMISE YOU, YOU AREN’T MEN TO US.” The Nigerian-British star actor cautioned, “A NEW YEAR IS APPROACHING. GROW UP.” While it’s uncertain what prompted this message, it follows a surge in negative criticism towards Black women, especially female artists, on the internet.
5. Osimhen makes history, crowned CAF African Player of the Year
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Super Eagles and Napoli forward, Victor Osimhen has been crowned the 2023 CAF African Player of the Year. Osimhen becomes the first Nigerian to win the coveted prize since Nwankwo Kanu won it in 1999. The 24-year-old beat Liverpool/Egypt’s Mohammed Salah and PSG/Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi to the crown. Osimhen had a remarkable 2022–2023 season, helping the Partonopei win the Serie A title for the first time after over three decades. He scored 26 league goals and 31 in all competitions to win the Golden Boot and emerge as the Serie A Player of the Season.
Osimhen also smashed several records, including the longstanding one by Liberia’s President, George Weah to become the African with the most goals in the Italian top flight. At the 2023 Ballon d’Or, the Napoli forward was ranked 8th best player in the world, ahead of the likes of Luka Modric, fellow African Mohammed Salah, and Bernardo Silva of Manchester City.
Featured Image: Jacob Webster via @ciara/Instagram
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