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The best African music of the week featuring BNXN, Kwesta, The Cavemen, Rowlene, and more

On “The Man Who Lost His Heart,” Marwan Moussa Maps a Pathway Through Grief

The 23-track, deeply personal album confronts the death of the rapper’s mother, embedding the experience of depression and loss in an Egyptian cultural context.

Joeboy: From Star Signee to Budding Label Boss

The Nigerian music star sits down with media personality and journalist Joey Akan for a candid conversation in the Season 4 premiere of ‘Afrobeats Intelligence’ podcast, presented by OkayAfrica.

Xduppy, South Africa's Rising Star, Thinks Amapiano Can Get Even Bigger

With DJ Maphorisa by his side, the producer moves between genres and generations to deliver a defining statement on South African sound.

The African Designers Who Stole the Spotlight at the 2025 Met Gala

This year’s Met Gala was always going to make history, but it did so in more ways than expected, as several African designers made their debut on the iconic stairs of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Louddaaa Is Designing the Sound for Your Favorite Afrobeats Artists

The producer talks to OkayAfrica about his journey from sound engineering to producing, and how he’s orchestrated records for artists like Davido, Ayra Starr, Simi, Magixx, and more.

The Best Southern African Songs Right Now

April has seen a string of new hits coming out of the Southern African region. OkayAfrica has rounded up the best songs coming out of South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Lesotho, Eswatini, and more for your listening pleasure.

Burna Boy Releases a Seductive New Single “Sweet Love”

The Grammy winner swaps bravado for vulnerability on a reggae-tinged single that previews his eighth album, No Sign of Weakness.

The Best West African Songs Right Now

This month’s best songs from West Africa come from Côte d’Ivoire, Nigeria and Ghana.

The Best Amapiano Songs Right Now

OkayAfrica rounds up the best amapiano songs out right now, featuring Shakes & Les, Mellow & Sleazy, Skyla Tylaa and more.

The Best Afrobeats Songs Right Now

The Afrobeats movement was beautifully represented in April by a host of talented acts, including Davido, Ayra Starr, Chrystel, KiDi and more.

The Best North African Songs Right Now

This month’s music guide centers around Egypt and its diverse collaborations with artists from Spain, Palestine, France, Syria, the US, and Somalia.

Femi Kuti Soundtracks a ‘Journey Through Life’ in His New Album

The Afrobeat legend talks to OkayAfrica about the making and familial themes of his eleventh studio album, Journey Through Life.

Motherland Sounds Is LA’s Must-Attend East African Party

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Ayra Starr Drops Sultry New Single “Gimme Dat” Featuring Wizkid

With a Latin Diamond plaque, BET nods, and a film debut, 2025 is shaping up to be the singer’s biggest year yet.

Skyla Tylaa Drops a Cross-Continental Club Anthem with “Bombshell (Cheza)”

The London DJ makes her producer debut with a genre-blending banger featuring Tyler ICU, Diamond Platnumz, and more.

Davido Balances Strong Execution and Purpose on ‘5ive’

The Nigerian Afrobeats superstar doubles down on his ability to make hits, favoring a level of familiarity that pays off positively.

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In his latest album, Eclairer le Monde - Light The World, the Senegalese music legend creates a thrilling, sonically inventive reminder of his talents.