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Ayra Starr smiles on set in the music video for her hit “Jazzy’s Song.”

The Songs You Need to Hear This Week

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The frontman of South African band Internet Girl poses on the set of their music video for “Boss.”

Internet Girl’s Quest for Continental Supremacy

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Two young residents of Mathare slums holding a placard during the demonstrations against police brutality on June 9, 2020.

Are There Any Lasting Solutions to Africa’s Policing Problem?

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Afrobeat artist Seun kuti poses in front of a colorful wall.

Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 Announce US Tour Dates

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A photo of Tyler ICU performing with a DJ set.

The Best Amapiano Songs of 2024 So Far

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A general view of people trying to salvage items from the burned down secondhand clothing market at Kantamanto in Accra, Ghana, on January 2, 2025. The fire at the Kantamanto market began in the early morning hours, destroying a large part of the area and displacing thousands of traders.

After a Massive Fire, Traders at Ghana's Kantamanto Market are Forging Ahead

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Kenyan artist Elsy Wameyo stands on a doorstep in the music video for her single “Conquer.”

12 African Artists to Watch in 2025

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A poster of six women standing side by side and looking intently at the camera.

How Season 3 of ‘The Real Housewives of Lagos’ Takes the Drama to New Territories

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The custom cover art for OkayAfrica’s best amapiano songs of 2024 list featuring South African artist Focalistic.

The Best Amapiano Songs of 2024

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Doc Shebeleza during A Night With Legends at Gallagher Convention Centre on October 01, 2022 in Midrand, South Africa. The concert recognise and promote excellence of the entertainment industry through music and is also aimed at honouring legends in the industry.

Doc Shebeleza Remembered as a Kwaito Pioneer

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Cynthia Erivo attends the 2025 Golden Globe Awards at The Beverly Hilton on January 05, 202,5 in Beverly Hills, California.

Cynthia Erivo Earns Best Leading Actress Nomination at the BAFTAs

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AS Douanes celebrates with fans after winning against Petro de Luanda on May 24, 2023 at BK Arena in Kigali, Rwanda.

What We're Looking Forward to in 2025

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South African artist Moonchild Sanelly sings into a microphone as she’s bathed in a blue light.

Moonchild Sanelly’s Journey to Ghetto-Funk Greatness

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A portrait of Joshua Baraka wearing a light blue jacket and standing in a city street.

Uganda's Soul-Baring Star Joshua Baraka is Creating Networks for East African Music

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10 African Music Projects You May Have Missed This Year

10 African Music Projects You May Have Missed This Year

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The cover artwork for OkayAfrica’s Best West African Songs of 2024 list featuring Ayra Starr and Tems.

The Best West African Songs of 2024

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The Best North African Songs of 2024

The Best North African Songs of 2024

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Sudanese British musician Elmiene stands in front of a burgundy background, wearing an elaborate red and white kaftan, silver rings and red glasses.

Elmiene’s ‘For The Deported’ is a Love Letter to Sudan

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Sudanese rapper Montiyago.

Is the Rise of Sudanese Rap Breaking Down Racist Stereotypes?

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Egyptian rappers gathered in front of the Great Pyramids of Giza, one masked man is holding a microphone to a young woman rapping in the middle of the group.

Sudanese and Egyptian Rappers Battle in the Latest ‘Rap Shar3’

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A black and white photo of Rhita Nattah.

The Best North African Songs Right Now

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Egyptian French musician Ash standing knee deep in the sea, wearing a white shirt and white pants.

For Ash, Performing at The Pyramids of Giza Marks a Full Circle Moment

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The cover art for OkayAfrica’s Best East African Songs of 2024 list featuring Element Eleéeh, Dyana Cods, and Diamond Platnumz.

The Best East African Songs of 2024

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A group of dancers in K-Pop-inspired outfits performs on stage at the Nairobi Comic-Convention, featuring synchronized moves and energetic poses.

From Nairobi to Seoul: Kenya Joins the K-Pop Wave

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Celebrated Amapiano DJ, Uncle Waffles, stands behind a disc jockey set up.

Opinion: Uncle Waffles’ Nairobi Event Highlights Broader Issues With African Music Concerts

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A close-up of Kenyan artist Xenia Manasseh’s dragon themed cover artwork for her new album.

Xenia Manasseh Unveils Her Boldest Work Yet with ‘Love/Hate Pt. 2’

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Bien, wearing a shiny green outfit, stands on a sandy beach with the ocean and sky in the background.

For Kenya’s Bien, Music After Sauti Sol Is About “Starting Again”

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The cover art for OkayAfrica’s Best Southern African Songs of 2024 featuring Tyla.

The Best Southern African Songs of 2024

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Uncle Waffles in a pink tile bathroom with a man behind her in a bathtub.

Uncle Waffles Drops Surprise EP, ‘4 Da Ho’s’

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Tyla performs on the runway for the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2024 on October 15, 2024, in New York City.

Tyla Wraps Up 2024 with Sabrina Carpenter Duet on Netflix

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Tyla has made it clear: she represents Amapiano, a genre as distinct and diverse as African music itself.

Tyla to Perform at Coachella 2025: Amapiano Takes the World Stage

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South African rapper 25K poses in a red tracksuit and sunglasses in front of a red backdrop.

25K Wants to Be Remembered As a Pioneer of Pitori Rap

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Tyla (L), with her sister Sydney (R), accepts the Best Afrobeats award onstage during the MTV EMAs 2024 held at Co-op Live on November 10, 2024 in Manchester, England.

Tyla Wins Big at the MTV EMAs

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A man stands on a stage, wearing a denim jacket and pants while holding up a hand fan.

With “Sade,” Adekunle Gold Challenged The Nigerian Music Industry

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Watch Davido's New Music Video For “Funds” Featuring Odumodublvck and Chike

Watch Davido's New Music Video For “Funds” Featuring Odumodublvck and Chike

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Tems poses against a brown background with an intricate necklace and her hair blowing in the wind.

Tems and Asake are Cinematic Figures in the Visuals for “Get it Right”

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Gospel artist Nathaniel Bassey in a live performance of “Tobechukwu (Praise God).”

14 Afro-Gospel Songs You Should Know

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Angélique Kidjo performs onstage at NYC’s Carnegie Hall during her 40th Anniversary concert.

Four Decades Later, Angélique Kidjo is Still Raising the Bar

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Wizkid wearing a black t-shirt and pants, a brown jacket, a gold chain with a Chanel logo pendant, a gray beret, and sunglasses.

Wizkid’s ‘Morayo’ Is Finally Here

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Fulu Miziki believes in second chances by making harmony from scraps.

Get to Know Congolese Collective Fulu Miziki

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Nigerian singer, songwriter and rapper Rema performs on the Arena Stage during Roskilde Festival 2023 music festival on June 28, 2023. Roskilde Festival is one of the largest music festivals in Europe.

Afrobeats Stars Nominated for 2023 Billboard Music Awards

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Images courtesy of Libianca.

The Indomitable Shine of Cameroon’s Libianca

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Kengol DJ from cameroon stands and poses

Get to Know Kengol DJ’s Cameroonian Drill Music

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Actors from the sitcom Superstore wearing store uniforms and looking over a table of demontration phones for sale.

US Sitcom ‘Superstore’ Gets An isiZulu Makeover

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Director Niyi Akinmolayan attends "The Arbitration" premiere during the 2016 Toronto International Film Festival at Isabel Bader Theatre on September 13, 2016 in Toronto, Canada.

Niyi Akinmolayan Talks 'Lisabi' and the Way Forward for Nollywood

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A contestant of “Latéy: Looking for Love!” meets Messiah, the bachelor at the center of the show.

What to Watch in East Africa This January

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A young Moroccan boy with curly hair, wearing a red vest, looking into the camera.

What to Watch in North Africa This January

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A still from Unfollowed of a man in a bright red leather jacket holding a card.

What to Watch in Southern Africa This January

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Ayo Edebiri attends FX's "The Bear" season 3 premiere at El Capitan Theatre on June 25, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

Ayo Edebiri, Tems, Wizkid and Tyla are Nominees for the NAACP Image Awards 2025

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Farah El Fassi, aka Noura, sits at a table gambling with a group of men, wearing a black blouse and appearing deep in thought.

What to Watch in North Africa This December

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A still from ‘El Hawa Sultan’ showing Menna Shalaby and Ahmed Dawood speaking together while resting on the green railings of a bridge.

What to Watch in North Africa This Month

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Huda El Mufti starring as Didi in Mat’am El Habayeb, dancing amidst a group of elderly women.

What to Watch in North Africa This October

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A portrait photo of Muhammed Hamdy in a green sweater at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF)

Muhammed Hamdy on Blending Reality and Fiction in 'Perfumed With Mint'

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Ahmed Hatem starring as Omar Affendi, wearing a gray suit and red tarboush.

Watch to Watch in North Africa This September

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A still from ‘So What If The Goats Die’ showing actor Fouad Oughaou with a pile of used tyres behind him.

What to Watch in North Africa This Month

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Christmas in Lagos brings together a host of fresh faces alongside Nollywood icons Shaffy Bello, Wale Ojo, and RMD.

Here Are the 11 Must-Watch African Christmas Movies This Holiday

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A woman sitting with her head in her hands in front of a Christmas tree.

What to Watch in East Africa This December

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A still from 'Black & Blue Teaser Trailer' showing a man speaking with a microphone with about four people around him.

What to Watch in East Africa This November

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A still showing actress Njambi Mburu, lead star of ‘Wamaitha.’

What to Watch in East Africa This October

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A portrait photo of Likarion Wainaina wearing a black sweatshirt and blue denim pants in a dimly lit room.

For Likarion Wainaina, Creating Kenya’s First Sci-Fi Series is About Pushing Boundaries in African Filmmaking

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A still photo of the cast of ‘Subterranea’ looking into the camera.

What to Watch in East Africa This September

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A still from Ubuthe Uzobuya.

What to Watch in Southern Africa This Month

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This is a still of Noxolo Dlamini in ‘Death of a Whistleblower.’

30 Years of South African Film to be Celebrated at the 2024 African Diaspora Film Festival in New York

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A still image from Tabby McTat showing a cuddly cat smiling with an old man.

International Emmy Award Win for South African Directors Continues Positive Momentum for African Animation

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A still from The Fix showing lead actress, Grace van Dien.

What to Watch in Southern Africa This Month

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A still from 'Shaka iLembe' showing actor Thembinkosi Mthembu dressed in traditional warrior attire, featuring a feathered headdress and necklace with large bone pieces.

‘Shaka iLembe’ Wins Big at the SAFTAs

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A snapshot of an eye reflecting a camera’s ring light.

What To Watch in West Africa This January

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Two women sitting in a red convertible and staring sideways at the camera.

Jade Osiberu Wants 'Christmas In Lagos' To Be A Holiday Classic

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A woman in a red dress stands with her hand on an old drawer, staring intensely at the camera.

Nigerian Filmmaker Funke Akindele Knows She Can Break Her Own Record

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'The Black Book' actor Richard Mofe-Damijo standing on a shoreline under a cloudy sky with Alex Usifo in a wheelchair facing the water.

Is Netflix Exiting Nollywood?

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​New Christmas comedy 'One Night Guests' features two groups of strangers pretending to be guests of a wealthy family.

What to Watch in West Africa This December

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Former Congolese Premier Patrice Lumumba flashes a big smile and waves as he leaves Idlewild Airport for Manhattan, following his arrival in New York on July 24, 1960.

Johan Grimonprez’s ‘Soundtrack to a Coup d’Etat’ Details the Origins of Congo Crisis

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​Photo illustration by Kaushik Kalidindi.

The Best African Films of 2023 So Far

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Netflix is Expanding its Operations in Africa

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The 30 Best Wizkid Songs

The 30 Best Wizkid Songs

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Davido performs August, 2022 in Toronto.

The 30 Best Davido Songs

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11 Romantic African Movies to Watch

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