33 Films has revealed an official trailer for an indie comedy from South Africa titled Soweto Blaze, the latest from South African filmmaker Brad Katzen. This initially premiered at the 2023 Austin ...

A new book is nostalgic for the ’90s. But the era of crossover success was not necessarily the pinnacle of Black comedic ...

Discover the hilarious history of Black comedians in America in 'Black Out Loud' by Geoff Bennett. A must-read for comedy lovers!

*Theater enthusiasts in Los Angeles will have the opportunity to experience the vibrant world of Ghanaian culture through the eyes of acclaimed playwright Jocelyn Bioh when her hit play, ‘JaJa’s ...

Opinions expressed by Digital Journal contributors are their own. Comedian Alfred Mugenzi stands on the dimly lit stage, and a single spotlight illuminates his figure. The audience in Bujumbura laughs ...

In the landscape of African stand-up comedy, few names have risen as spectacularly as Sabinus. Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Ejekwu, the man behind the character, has captured the hearts of audiences with his ...

Alfred Mugenzi never imagined that his love for making people laugh would take him beyond the familiar streets of Bujumbura. He started performing in small venues where laughter echoed through packed ...

Dar es Salaam is stepping into the continental spotlight as it prepares to host the inaugural Punchline International Comedy Festival (PICF) 2026, set to run from May 25 to June 1.Launched by ...

David Kau leads star-studded lineup for 'Laughter is Culture' comedy festival ...

In an era of television defined by streaming and binge-watching, one genre often rises above the rest in popularity: the sitcom. With a combination of shorter episodes and longer seasons, sitcoms are ...