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African Songs You Need to Hear This Week
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The month of July ushered in a range of incredible West African music from across Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, and Côte d’Ivoire.
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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.
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This list of the latest hits and trending tracks features Kabza De Small, Mkeyz, Titto M, Yuppe, and other top amapiano artists.
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Wizkid and Tyla Unite for Superstar Collaboration, 'DYNAMITE'
The single blends trademark Nigerian and South African sounds from the musicians, making for a dynamic new track.
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African Songs You Need to Hear This Week
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Canadian Music Label Hi-Way 89 Connects African Diaspora Artists with Global Success
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15 Years of OkayAfrica, 15 Defining Moments in Pop Culture, Innovation and Activism
From Afrobeats going global to groundbreaking films, creative innovation, and youth-led protest movements, this video dives into the African moments that have defined the continent’s identity and transformation since OkayAfrica launched in 2010.
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Ruger Discusses The Process of an Afropop Mind on ‘Afrobeats Intelligence’
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South African Artist Samthing Soweto Is Exactly Who He Thinks He Is
On 'Touch Is A Move (Good Morning),' his first full-length album in five years, the generational artist reflects on growth, grit, and grace.
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