September 10
Africa: Planet Afropop - Season 2 Releases
Afropop
The much-anticipated second season of Planet Afropop, the podcast companion to the Peabody Award-winning Afropop Worldwide, is officially launching on September 10, 2024. Over the… Read more »
South Africa: Visiting South Africa Music Star, Sho Madjozi, Showers Praise for Rapper Hyphen - 'Respect That Guy!'
Nyasa Times
Malawi's iconic hip hop star, Hyphen, has gotten a rare and unconditional praise from visiting South Africa's award-winning musician, Sho Madjozi. Read more »
September 09
Zimbabwe: Furore Over Selmor's Omission From Tuku Festival
The Herald
SELMOR Mtukudzi's exclusion from the line-up billed to perform at the inaugural Oliver Mtukudzi International Festival of Arts (OMIFA) has split public opinion. Read more »
Uganda: Haruna Mubiru Has a Favourite Among His Songs, and It Is Not the One You Think [interview]
Observer
HARUNA MUBIRU, he of the Ekitooke Kifa Nsalira fame, recently held a successful concert at Serena hotel, after seven years without a concert. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Samantha Mtukudzi and Mbeu to Fly the Zimbabwean Flag At the 2024 Standard Bank Joy of Jazz Festival
263Chat
Zimbabwean artists, Samantha Mtukudzi and Mbeu are penciled to grace the two-day 2024 Standard Bank Joy of Jazz (SBJOJ) festival which kicks off in Johannesburg on 27 September. Read more »
Africa: Sidi Samb's Afroflamenco Debuts in America
Afropop
Sidi Samb is a veteran Senegalese bandleader who has long made his home in Spain, where he developed a deep love for and familiarity with flamenco music and dance. Samb has been… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Prophet Freddy Single Hails Caring Mothers
The Herald
Gospel musician and church leader, Prophet Tapiwa Freddy, has honoured caring mothers with a beautiful video of his single titled "Amai". Read more »
Zimbabwe: Pah Chihera Launches Anti-Drug Initiative Through Music Performance
The Herald
Afro-jazz sensation Pamidzai Tracey Mbirimi, widely known as Pah Chihera, captivated a lively audience at Nyamudzanga Bar and Night Club last Saturday, during an event aimed at… Read more »
September 08
Africa: AU Writes S' Africa, Nigeria As Race for Afrima 2025/ 2026 Hosting Rights Gathers Momentum
Vanguard
South Africa is tipped to become the host of the next two editions of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) after receiving a letter of invitation from the African Union, AU, to… Read more »
Nigeria: I Named My Trending Song 'Headies Award' to Advocate for Fellow Struggling Artistes - Fishy Rahzo
Vanguard
In a bold move that reflects both his artistic vision and his commitment to uplifting fellow musicians, Fishy Rahzo released a trending song titled "Headies Award." Read more »
Nigeria: Frettic Spearheads Evolution in Nigeria's Gospel Music Industry
Vanguard
Frettic, a renowned Nigerian music producer and sound engineer, is making notable strides in the gospel music industry, leveraging his passion and spiritual beliefs. Read more »
September 05
Cameroon: Ekep Nkwelle - Tapping the Spiritual Source
Afropop
One of the most memorable moments for us this year at the Festival International de Jazz de Montreal was the chance to see and hear 25-year old, Cameroonian-American jazz singer… Read more »
Africa: Kofi Appenteng On 70 Years of the Africa America Institute
Afropop
Kofi Appenteng is the President of the Africa-America Institute (AAI). Founded in 1953, AAI is a premier U.S.-based organization dedicated to bridging Africa and America by… Read more »
September 04
Ghana: Press Release - Ghanaian Singer Lord Lina Announces Debut Single 'Party'
Accra Times
Since she was a teen, Lord Lina had been writing songs and waiting to share her genius with the world! That moment is finally here. 'Party' seeks to highlight her beautiful voice… Read more »
September 03
Liberia: Kellzbeatz - the Genius of Infinite Creativity With Soulful Music
Liberian Investigator
Just an open-air thought: Have you ever wondered why God sent us to earth? Have you ever asked why the only thing He wants us to do is to love each other as we would equally love… Read more »
Zimbabwe: US-Based Singer Sponsors 10 Chitungwiza Learners
The Herald
Based urban contemporary singer, Julian King, is sponsoring 10 less privileged learners from Chitungwiza with school fees to enable them to realise their dreams. Read more »
Nigeria: 'I Feel Troubled Every Time I Fornicate' - Spyro Opens Up About Pre-Marital Struggles
Vanguard
Nigerian singer Oludipe Oluwasanmi David, popularly known as Spyro, has shared his experiences with pre-marital challenges, specifically his battle with fornication. Read more »
Nigeria: Priscilla Ojo, Tanzanian Music Star Juma Jux Are Engaged
Premium Times
In the last few days, Nigerians and Tanzanians have been inundated with loved-up photos and videos of the lovebirds. It was initially thought to be a publicity stunt, a standard… Read more »
Nigeria: Music Review - Angelique Kidjo & Davido 'Joy' Is an Impactful, Grammy-Worthy Track
Premium Times
Grammy-award winner, 2023 Polar award recipient, artiste, and activist Angelique Kidjo's new single, "JOY," featuring Davido, is a jam and a half. Read more »
September 02
Nigeria: How Laolu Gbenjo Is Dominating the Global Music Scene One City At a Time
This Day
From his humble beginnings in Ogbomosho, Oyo State to birthing his incredible career in Lagos Nigeria, Alujo Specialist, Laolu Gbenjo has evolved to be a musical powerhouse,… Read more »
September 01
Nigeria: Tito Da.Fire Unveils Artwork for Upcoming Single 'Carry Go' Amid Dating Rumours
Vanguard
Nigerian Afro-fusion star, Tito Da.Fire has revealed the official artwork for his highly anticipated single *Carry Go*, which dropped on August 30, 2024. Read more »
Nigeria: Shady Blue Shines With Afrocentric EP 'Pain Away'
Vanguard
United Kingdom-based Nigerian soulful singer Folashade Aboderin, popularly known as Shady Blue, has finally completed and released her highly anticipated new EP entitled "Pain… Read more »
August 30
Uganda: NIRA Preaches Birth Registration Gospel At National Music Competition in Mbale
Nile Post
The National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) used the national primary schools music, dance and drama festival in Mbale to preach the gospel of birth registration… Read more »
August 29
Rwanda: Nel Ngabo's U.S. Music Tour Pushed to 2025
New Times
Nel Ngabo's US tour, which was due to take place in July, has been rescheduled to 2025, his management has confirmed. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Dhuterere Absence Not Felt As Thousands Attend
New Zimbabwe
LEICESTER'S Abbey Park was the place to be for thousands of music fans from across the United Kingdom over the bank holiday weekend. Read more »