Skales Is Making the World Dance Again, With a Little Help From Lamine Yamal Earlier this year, the Nigerian artist’s 2014 hit “Shake Body” gained global popularity, thanks to FC Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal. OkayAfrica catches up with the music star, fresh off a major collaboration with one of sport’s biggest brands. music September 10, 2025
The Top Afrobeats Songs to Stream Right Now: August 2025 Edition The standout records from August include songs from Tiwa Savage, Victony, Ebne Hakim, Amaarae, and other rising stars pushing the Afrobeats sound to new heights. music August 29, 2025
To Make Her Debut Album, ‘After Midnight,’ Gyakie First Had to Find Inner Peace The Ghanaian artist's debut album is a blend of Afrobeats, R&B, and soul, guided by her openness and self-discovery. music August 29, 2025
SPINALL Wants to Take the ‘Èkó Groove’ Afrobeats Sound to the World In his new album, the revered Afrobeats tastemaker combines colorful sonics with exciting features. Marking his sixth project, OkayAfrica talks to SPINALL about the making of ‘Èkó Groove’ and his wide-ranging career. music August 29, 2025
The Top West African Songs to Stream Right Now: August 2025 Music Guide In this monthly music guide, enjoy the top West African songs of August 2025 from Josey, Bella Alubo, Serge Beynaud, Taves, and more, highlighted by OkayAfrica. music August 28, 2025
Listen to Odumodublvck, Stormzy & Zlatan’s Highlife-Influenced Single, “Pay Me” Released on August 22, 2025, “Pay Me” by the Nigerian and UK trio rides melodic highlife beats and snappily rapped bars. music August 22, 2025
Mr Eazi Drops “Casanova,” the Lead Single From His Upcoming ‘Maison Rouge’ EP The Afrobeats star returns with a playful yet vulnerable confession of love, and a video directed by Ademola Falomo and filmed in Barcelona. music August 22, 2025
Shatta Wale Released on Bail in $4M Fraud Case The dancehall superstar is under investigation for failing to identify the seller of a Lamborghini Urus that was flagged as part of the proceeds of a case in the U.S. music August 21, 2025
Mádé Kuti Asks the Difficult Questions on ‘Chapter 1: Where Does Happiness Come From?’ OkayAfricasits down with the Nigerian artist to discuss his robust interpretation of Afrobeat and his new album’s roving vision. music August 13, 2025
How Mavin Global Is Pushing Local Growth Within the Afrobeats Industry Recent initiatives are broadening the entry level for creatives and music executives in the Nigerian music industry and beyond. music August 12, 2025
Tems Is Building a Legacy Beyond Music with Her Leading Vibe Initiative The Grammy Award-winning Nigerian singer hosted a 2-day event for her new initiative, which aims to support African women artists through mentorship, workshops, and strategic opportunities. music August 12, 2025
Odeal Will Save Your Summer — and Every Other Season The British Nigerian singer-songwriter’s new project, 'The Summer That Saved Me,'is a sensuous depiction of summer, but his music has always been so much more. Fusing R&B with Afrobeats and alte sensibilities, he’s cornered a unique space in the international music scene. music August 12, 2025
A Timeline of Davido and Chioma Rowland’s Love Story as They Tie the Knot – Again – in Miami Almost five years after their engagement, the couple is flaunting their faith in their bond with another lavish wedding ceremony event. news August 12, 2025
Tommy Wá’s Soulful New Folk EP, ‘Somewhere Only We Go,’ Offers a Soft Place to Land On his new release, the Nigerian guitarist blends celestial folk music with quiet emotional depth and invites listeners into a world of tenderness and surrender. music August 8, 2025
Amaarae’s New Album ‘Black Star’ Explores Love, Desire, and Euphoria For her third album,Black Star, the Ghanaian artist known for her experimental and defiant sound, toys with matters of euphoria, desire, and emotional contradictions. news August 8, 2025
What It’s Like To … Be an Afrobeats Songwriter Mbryo, born Maxwell Omoferi, is one of the foremost songwriters in Afrobeats. He has co-written Grammy-nominated hits for stars like Ayra Starr, Davido, and Magixx. His rise from the streets of Lagos to the global music stage is both inspirational and instructive. news August 6, 2025
In Photos: Davido Electrifies NYC With a High-Energy Live Concert The Afrobeats superstar touched down in Brooklyn, NYC, for a stellar live performanceand showcase of his global reach. music August 1, 2025
Rema Infuses Fresh Energy into Afrobeats on Sizzling New Single, “Kelebu” On his latest single, the Nigerian superstar lives up to his reputation as one of Afrobeats’ most inventive artists, launching a $10K dance challenge to match. music August 1, 2025
The Best West African Songs Right Now: July 2025 Edition The month of July ushered in a range of incredible West African music from across Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, and Côte d’Ivoire. music August 1, 2025
The Best Afrobeats Songs Right Now: July 2025 Edition This playlist of the latest Afrobeats hits features Ayra Starr, Asake, Chella, Sarkodie, Tyla, and more. music July 30, 2025
Ghanaians Celebrate the Incomparable Legacy of Daddy Lumba Dozens of songs by the iconic musician have seen significant streaming spikes, as heartfelt memorial messages flood social media following the passing of one of Ghana’s greatest music legends. news July 28, 2025
