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June 14
Africa: Music Creators Laud Recording Academy's Expansion Plan to Rwanda
New Times
Rwandan music creators and other stakeholders involved in the music industry have welcomed Recording Academy's expansion plan to Africa and Middle East, saying that 'it is a win'… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Dj Zinhle Surprises Husband With Car
The Herald
Musician Bongani Mohosana, better known as Mörda or Murdah Bongz, on June 9 celebrated his 37th birthday and his wife DJ Zinhle spoiled him with the perfect gift. Read more »
June 13
Senegal: Senegal Has a Rich History of Traditional Music - How It Lives On in Modern Music [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Senegal has a rich history of traditional music - and this lives on as it influences the west African country's modern music today. Read more »
June 10
Nigeria: On Return of the Old National Anthem
Daily Trust
On May 29, 2024, his first anniversary in office, President Ahmed Bola Tinubu signed into law an executive bill, amending the National Anthem Act, cancelling the 1978 national… Read more »
Nigeria: Long Queue for Return to Old
This Day
The hurried discarding of our 46-year-old national anthem and replacing it with its predecessor reminded me of a news photo in Newsweek magazine in 1982. It was at the height of… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Dj Fantan, Abisha Shine At Ok Grand Challenge Concert
The Herald
POPULAR hype men -- Abisha Palmer and DJ Fantan -- left fans in awe at the well attended OK Grand Challenge Day Concert held at Borrowdale Race Course in Harare on Saturday. Read more »
June 06
North Africa: North Africa's Indigenous Peoples - the Imazighen
Afropop
The Imazighen, also known as Amazighen, are the indigenous peoples of North Africa. A majority of the world may know them as the "Moors" or "Berber," a term coined by the Romans… Read more »
June 05
Africa: Djely Tapa, Yemi Alade, Manu Chao, Meridian Brothers and More
Afropop
Here are seven recent videos we know you'll enjoy. To watch the more Afropop Top Videos, click here. Read more »
June 03
Zimbabwe: Zim Citizens Come Together At Grateful 2.0 Concert
The Herald
Tafadzwa Zimoyo in Birmingham, United Kingdom Read more »
May 28
Ghana: Quamina MP and Kofi Mole Drop Highly-Anticipated Joint EP 'Toopeezy'
Accra Times
Featuring six tracks that showcase their unique styles and undeniable chemistry, this EP is set to take the music scene by storm. Read more »
May 26
Nigeria: Music Review - Despite Featuring Fireboy, Joeboy, Others, ID Cabasa's 'Olufunmi' Reimagined Still Lacks Punch
Premium Times
The original Styl Plus' "Olufunmi" thrives on its emotional honesty and lyrical depth, capturing the listener's heart with sincere and desperate pleas. Read more »
May 23
Nigeria: Govt Bans Smoking, Ritual Killings in Movies, Music Videos, Skits
Premium Times
"We will work with the industry to see how we achieve zero, completely smoke-free Nollywood." Read more »
May 21
Nigeria: I Was Once a Notorious Criminal - Daddy Showkey
Leadership
Popular Nigerian veteran musician and dance hall star John Asiemo, popularly known as Daddy Showkey, has revealed that he was once a notorious criminal in Ajegunle, Lagos. Read more »
May 20
Rwanda: What's Behind Rwanda's Emerging Gospel Music Takeover?
New Times
On Sunday, May 5, Rwanda's secular musicians were once again slapped in the face by the fact that an up-and-coming gospel artist like Chryso Ndasingwa, who has three or fewer hits… Read more »
May 19
Nigeria: Flashback - Remembering Late Sam Loco, His Music Career
Premium Times
Beyond his celebrated acting career, Sam Loco was a man of many talents. Read more »
Nigeria: Burna Boy Declares Self Godfather of Nigerian Music
Daily Trust
Superstar singer and Grammy Award winner, Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu aka Burna Boy, has declared himself the godfather of Nigerian music industry Read more »
Nigeria: Wike As a Professional Mistake Maker
This Day
Last week, veteran singer, actor and activist, Charles Oputa, aka Charly Boy, mocked the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, describing him as a "mistake maker'… Read more »
May 17
Uganda: Popular Club Guvnor Now Closed on Saturday Nights
Nile Post
Guvnor, a renowned club, will be discontinuing its Saturday night operations after nearly 24 years of nightlife, starting next month. Read more »
Uganda: Ray G Shuts Up Naysayers With Sold-Out Lugogo Concert
Observer
Eleven years in the music industry and Ray G proved that he too deserves to be counted among top Ugandan players, despite the fact that he had to ferry many fans in buses all the… Read more »
Nigeria: The Wait Is Over, Saheed Osupa Performs At Neon Night
This Day
After a long absence from the Nigerian music scene, the undisputed King of Fuji Music, Saheed Osupa, is set to thrill his fans live on stage at the prestigious RM Hall Magodo,… Read more »
Nigeria: Tee Mac, Davis, and Others Deliver Unforgettable Performances At Span International Jazz Day
This Day
The city of Lagos came alive with the sounds of jazz on April 30th as music legends Tee Mac, Yinka Davies, Kunle Ayo, and the SPAN Band gathered to celebrate Span International… Read more »
May 16
Ghana: Ghana Special 2 - Electronic Highlife & Afro Sounds in the Diaspora: 1980-93
Afropop
This set of 18 funky tracks is a welcome follow-up to Soundway's essential compilation Ghana Special: Modern Highlife Afro-Sounds & Ghanaian Blues, 1968-81. In the late 70s,… Read more »
Zimbabwe: I Can't Retire From Music Despite Falling On Hard Times - Tangwena
The Herald
Entertainment Editor Read more »
May 15
Tanzania: Afrika Muye Muye! Tanzanian Rumba & Muziki Wa Dansi 1968-70
Afropop
Note: If you yearn to experience classic and modern African music in person on the continent, consider joining Afropop Worldwide's, February 2025 Music and Culture Tour of Tanzania… Read more »
Ghana: 'I Have Never Been an Asakaa Boy', Kofi Jamar Discloses
Accra Times
Jamar said people connected most of the rappers in Kumasi with Asakaa because they were all involved in the fast-rising of the Kumerica drill type of music. Read more »
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