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    The iconic couple Amadou & Mariam in each other’s arms, over an orange-designed background
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    20 June 2025

    The Songs You Need to Hear This Week

    The best new African music this week featuring Amadou & Mariam, Victony, Kokoroko, Amaarae, and more.

    Davido's 'With You' Music Video Hits One Million Views in a Day
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    18 June 2025

    Davido's 'With You' Music Video Hits One Million Views in a Day

    The Nigerian superstar shared the colorful visuals to his hit song and announced Odumodublvck and Victony for his forthcoming tour.

    An artist holds his hand in front of his face, revealing extensive jewelry on his hands and neck, in a new music video for Nigerian artist Olamide.
    13 June 2025

    The Songs You Need to Hear This Week

    The best African music of the week featuring Olamide, K.O, Diamond Platnumz, Maleek Berry, Nasty C, and many more.

    Ckay Is Ready For His Second Coming
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    13 June 2025

    Ckay Is Ready For His Second Coming

    For his latest EP, ‘Ckay The Second,’ the emo-Afrobeats star returns to find meaning and reflection.

    Maleek Berry’s Debut Album, ‘If Only Love Was Enough,’ Brings Back 2000s Afropop with a Fresh Twist
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    12 June 2025

    Maleek Berry’s Debut Album, ‘If Only Love Was Enough,’ Brings Back 2000s Afropop with a Fresh Twist

    After more than a decade pioneering contemporary Afrobeats music, the British Nigerian singer and producer shares his debut album.

    Tems Will Headline The First-Ever FIFA Club World Cup Halftime Show
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    09 June 2025

    Tems Will Headline The First-Ever FIFA Club World Cup Halftime Show

    Set to take place in the US, the performance will feature the Nigerian hitmaker alongside other global superstars.

    The Songs You Need to Hear This Week
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    06 June 2025

    The Songs You Need to Hear This Week

    The best African music of the week featuring SPINALL, Ice Prince x Chopstix, Kwesta, Simi x Kizz Daniel, and more.

    Seni Saraki on Co-Producing New Documentary on Wizkid
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    06 June 2025

    Seni Saraki on Co-Producing New Documentary on Wizkid

    OkayAfrica speaks to the co-founder of Native Magazine and Native Records, who describes 'Wizkid: Long Live Lagos' as a celebration of the Afrobeats star and a moment to reflect on how far Nigerian music has come.

    Young Jonn & Asake Want to Live Forever on “Che Che”
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    06 June 2025

    Young Jonn & Asake Want to Live Forever on “Che Che”

    On his fiery new single, Young Jonn’s spirited bounce finds a natural ally in Asake.

    What is Lagos’ Nightlife without Afrobeats?
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    05 June 2025

    What is Lagos’ Nightlife without Afrobeats?

    Nigeria’s biggest cultural export generates billions in revenue and transforms a megacity into an undisputed party capital.

    At the London Design Biennale, Myles Igwebuike Offers a Medium to Rethink African Design
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    04 June 2025

    At the London Design Biennale, Myles Igwebuike Offers a Medium to Rethink African Design

    The Royal College of Art-trained designer, researcher, and educator is curating a space that considers how historical intelligence can inform future African design.

    The Hottest African Producers Right Now
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    03 June 2025

    The Hottest African Producers Right Now

    A celebration of the people who are making African music tick right now, featuring Semzi, Tempoe, Dlala Thukzin, Guiltybeatz, Louddaaa, and more.

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