The Detty Rave Festival has once again proved itself as a cornerstone of African music, delivering an unforgettable night of pulsating beats, electrifying performances, and high-energy vibes.

In this week's Across Africa: Vodun believers in Benin marry traditional faith with contemporary creativity to spread their heritage. Also, the African manatee has come under pressure over the ...

While Afrobeats and Amapiano have been the dominant genres in previous years, gaining international recognition and expanding their listener base with each new release, Spotify data for 2024 reveals ...

Afrobeats trailblazer, Mr Eazi, continues to champion African music, arts, and culture on the ... international stars such as Adekunle Gold, Tekno, King Promise, Donae’o, Young Jonn, Kweku ...

As the world prepares to welcome the New Year, the entertainment industry buzzes with excitement, reflecting on the past year’s vibrant highlights and the booming music that kept Africa alive.

African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025, scheduled for September 29 to October 3 in Cape Town, will serve as a critical platform for companies leading new and transformative ...

Video: Mozambique’s Chapo sworn in as president after disputed election Daniel Chapo was sworn in as the president of Mozambique in a low-key ceremony in the nation’s capital.

The South African music industry has been winning big on the international stage and has a host of celebrated artists to show for it – winning awards on the international stage. The South ...

For example, African music has reached a global audience, with genres like Afrobeats and Amapiano dominating the charts and achieving mainstream success. However, many African artists still ...

African music continued to become a power player in the worldwide ecosystem in the 1990s, with superstars like Ali Farka Toure working with legendary American polymath Ry Cooder. Angelique Kidjo ...

January 13, 2025 • The Tiny Desk Contest is NPR Music's annual search for the next great undiscovered artist.