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Op-Ed: Coachella 2026 Scales Back on African Talent — Here’s Why It Matters

Afrobeats superstar Davido is technically the only artist from Africa on the bill for the renowned music festival, a serious downgrade from recent editions that have featured multiple African artists.

Dennis Ade Peter

September 18, 2025

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