Abdullah Ibrahim, who has died aged 91, was a giant of jazz who was indelibly associated with his people’s struggle against ...

Afro Nation Portugal changed my view on African music, as I witnessed electrifying performances that showcased the ...

When people say African music is having a “global moment,” they are often talking about only a small part of the continent. “Nigeria and South Africa are dominating the most,” said Tuma Basa, ...

Since its founding in 2022, Tieme Music has rapidly emerged as a dominant force in the African music landscape, bridging the gap between local talent and global audiences.

The last time the South African Music Awards (SAMAs) were hosted in North West was in 2022. For the past three years, the ...

MTV Base, Africa’s youth and pop culture channel, is celebrating 20 years of amplifying African music, culture, and creativity across the continent. As the first pan-African music channel, MTV Base ...

The 1960s is a significant era in Abdullah Ibrahim’s story. It’s a time when the South African master’s international career ...

In an era where originality is becoming increasingly rare, Ghanaian singer, songwriter, and creative visionary, X Lor, is steadily carving out a lane entirely his own. With a sound rooted in emotion, ...

Using South African music in films, television and advertising supports the country's creative economy, writes MARTIN MYERS, founder of Music Exchange. The post The business of using SA music in your ...

, which brings together African music experts and jurors from across the diaspora, highlighted Nigeria’s growing dominance in the global soundscape. The ceremony capped a week-long celebration of ...

The festival is known for creating unexpected collaborations between artists from different musical backgrounds, and this ...