Tyla, the Johannesburg-born singer behind “PUSH 2 START,” took home the Best Afrobeats trophy at the 2025 MTV VMAs, outshining nominees Burna Boy, Rema, Asake, Tems and Ayra Starr. Her victory celebrates Africa’s flourishing music scene and underscores the genre’s growing global influence—and inspires the African diaspora across continents every day.
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Angelique Kidjo Breaks Barrier as First Black African on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Five-time Grammy-winner Angélique Kidjo has been selected for the Hollywood Walk of Fame’s Class of 2026, becoming the first Black African performer honored. With a career spanning over four decades and activism through UNICEF and Batonga, Kidjo’s star cements Africa’s cultural leadership on the global stage.
The Beat Goes On: Exploring the Rich and Diverse Music Scene in Africa
Explore the rich and diverse music scene in Africa, from traditional music to contemporary pop. It covers popular music genres such as Highlife, Juju, Afrobeat, Mbalax, and contemporary pop music, highlighting famous musicians and their impact on the global music industry.
Emmanuel Jal releases his 7th studio album ‘Shangah’
“Shangah means ‘I am or I have been’. The song and album reflects where I am, whilst recognizing where I have been.
Olamide releases first single for 2019 – “Woske”
Nigerian hip hop recording artist Olamide Adedeji (popularly known as Olamide) has just released his first single for 2019 titled “Woske.”
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P-Square – Away [Official Video]
Love is in the Air! P-Square gets you in the Valentine mood with this amazing video for their latest single “Away”. P-Square is still considered as one of the best Duo in Africa and they are still running strong.
Music Video for Howie Combrink’s BELIEVE
Howie Combrink is no stranger to the South African music scene. Known for his up-tempo folk pop tunes, such as “Change” and “Take It Easy”, which are sure to get you on your feet and dancing, his latest offering is a little different. Howie has always wanted to write a ballad and recently while teaming up with RADA Unearthed, he finally had the opportunity to sit down behind a piano and dig deep.
If the world’s longest river could sing
If the world’s longest river could sing: The Nile Project releases first studio album in-step with 2017 US Tour.
“Seductive and beautiful […] nothing short of revolutionary.”—Afropop Worldwide
Drawing on modern production methods and a healthy dose of vintage equipment, propelled by a collective international spirit and sheer determination, Jinja (release: January 18, 2017) is imbued with intimacy, warmth, urgency, power, air and hyper-realism.
Yemi Alade – Koffi Anan (Dance Video)
2015 & 2016 BET Awards nominee Yemi Alade premieres the Dance visual as the music video for her afro-pop dance anthem “Koffi Anan”.
The Philkeyz produced track is the bonus of her sophomore album “Mama Africa: The Diary of an African Woman” released under Effyzzie Music Group. The energetic clip is directed by Paul Gambit.