EXCLUSIVE: Magicsticks on Producing Asake’s New Album, ‘M$NEY’ The respected producer has gone global on the strength of his work with Asake. On M$NEY, he soundtracks the Nigerian star’s most personal album yet. music Emmanuel Esomnofu
The 20 Essential Tiwa Savage Songs From “Kele Kele” to “Stamina” and “Loaded,” here are the 20 best songs from Nigerian superstar Tiwa Savage. music
Exploring the 'Mara’ Sub-Genre of Afrobeats Mara music is quickly rising to become one of the most original forms of Afrobeats right now. With attention on the street pop sound, OkayAfrica explores its roots and evolution. music
A Look Back at How OkayAfrica's 2025 Artist Picks Performed Music predictions are uncertain terrain, but earlier this year, OkayAfrica cast its dice onto those rocky grounds. Here’s how the artists we tipped for greatness performed this year. music Emmanuel Esomnofu
The Top African Songs You Need to Hear This Week: December 12, 2025 Stream the top trending African songs this week and listen to new releases from Burna Boy, Kelvin Momo, LIKKYLIKS, and Sarkodie. music Tšeliso Monaheng Emmanuel Esomnofu
The Best Afrobeats Songs of 2025 2025 was full of unforgettable Afrobeats moments. From viral hits to hidden gems, these are OkayAfrica’s critics' picks for the year’s most exciting African music. music Emmanuel Esomnofu Dennis Ade Peter
5 Essential Afrobeat Songs to Check Out in OkayAfrica's New Fela Kuti Vinyl Boxset The OkayAfrica Shop is stocking up a four-LP compilation made up of some of the Afrobeat pioneer’s greatest recordings. music Emmanuel Esomnofu
The Top African Songs You Need to Hear This Week: November 28, 2025 Stream the top trending African songs this week and listen to new releases from Young Jonn, Dlala Thukzin, Babalwa M, Joshua Baraka, and more must-hear tracks. music Tšeliso Monaheng Emmanuel Esomnofu
The 35 Best Flavour Songs OkayAfrica combs through the iconic Nigerian artist’s catalog for 35 songs that embody his genius and longevity. music Emmanuel Esomnofu
The 30 Best Olamide Songs From His Iconic Discography OkayAfrica dives into the Nigerian star's extensive discography to bring you 30 essential songs from the Olamide catalog. music Wale Oloworekende Emmanuel Esomnofu
What It's Like To... Run an Indie Record Company and Keep Vinyl Alive Yinka Bernie’s Egwu Records has filled a distinct space as a vinyl collective. The Lagos-based creator tells OkayAfrica about how he’s “extending the sound experience.” arts culture Emmanuel Esomnofu
The Top African Songs You Need to Hear This Week: November 21, 2025 The best new African music tracks released this week, featuring artists like Victony, Aya Nakamura, Stogie T, Odeal, and more. music Tšeliso Monaheng Emmanuel Esomnofu
Tems Navigates Love and Self-Truth on Her New EP, ‘Love Is a Kingdom’ The Nigerian superstar often sings about the subject of love. On her surprise EP, ‘Love Is A Kingdom,’ she goes deeper into the emotion with help from familiar hands. music Emmanuel Esomnofu
The Top African Songs You Need to Hear This Week: November 14, 2025 The best new African music tracks released this week, featuring artists like DJ Lag, Santigold, Yemi Alade, Kah-Lo and more. music Tšeliso Monaheng Emmanuel Esomnofu
With Mavin Records Behind Him, CupidSZN Is Poised to Make an Impact on Afrobeats The influential Nigerian label is putting forward another newly minted star. In this spotlight interview, OkayAfrica talks to CupidSZN about his music and how it all came to be. music Emmanuel Esomnofu
The Top African Songs You Need to Hear This Week: November 7, 2025 The best new African music tracks released this week, featuring artists like Shane Eagle, Lasmid, J’Dess, Xenia Manasseh, and more. music Tšeliso Monaheng Emmanuel Esomnofu
The Best Alte Songs of 2025 So Far Alte musicians, like OGs Cruel Santino and Lady Donli, to newcomers Mavo and Zaylevelten, embody the unconstrained nature of African music with unconventional sounds and aesthetics. music Emmanuel Esomnofu
Show Dem Camp Pays Homage to Old Nollywood on Their Latest LP, 'Afrika Magik' In conversation with OkayAfrica, the great Nigerian rap duo shares the process behind their newest album, ‘Afrika Magik,’ and how they’ve kept their creative antenna sharp for over a decade. music Emmanuel Esomnofu
