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

By Ayo Onikoyi Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy has once again etched his name into African music history after ...

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

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.

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, ...

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

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 ...

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, ...

, 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 ...

“Do you mind if I just stay in my robe?” Tyla asks, her slippers already on the floor. The 23-year-old South African pop star seems even smaller than her 5-foot-3-inch frame as she curls into the ...