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13 June 2025
Ckay Is Ready For His Second Coming
For his latest EP, ‘Ckay The Second,’ the emo-Afrobeats star returns to find meaning and reflection.
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12 June 2025
Maleek Berry’s Debut Album, ‘If Only Love Was Enough,’ Brings Back 2000s Afropop with a Fresh Twist
After more than a decade pioneering contemporary Afrobeats music, the British Nigerian singer and producer shares his debut album.
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10 June 2025
Ayra Starr Claims First BET Award Win
After years of nominations and near misses, the Nigerian superstar claims the Best International Act Award, while African talent continues its global ascension at the ceremony.
Sports
09 June 2025
Tems Will Headline The First-Ever FIFA Club World Cup Halftime Show
Set to take place in the US, the performance will feature the Nigerian hitmaker alongside other global superstars.
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06 June 2025
Young Jonn & Asake Want to Live Forever on “Che Che”
On his fiery new single, Young Jonn’s spirited bounce finds a natural ally in Asake.
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05 June 2025
What is Lagos’ Nightlife without Afrobeats?
Nigeria’s biggest cultural export generates billions in revenue and transforms a megacity into an undisputed party capital.
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04 June 2025
Watch Tiwa Savage's New Music Video For the R&B-Leaning Single, “You4Me”
The Nigerian superstar’s fourth studio album, 'This One is Personal,’ is scheduled for release this summer.
Music
30 May 2025
Donawon on Building With Tems: “It Can’t Break”
From trade secrets to tough lessons, Donawon reflects on the journey that shaped Tems’ global rise.
Music
29 May 2025
The Best Afrobeats Songs Right Now
The standout records from May include songs from Seyi Vibez, Rowlene, King Paluta, Joshua Baraka, and more.
Music
27 May 2025
The Best West African Songs Right Now
This month’s Best New Music From West Africa features sounds from Senegal, Nigeria and Ghana.
News
23 May 2025
Watch the New Music Video for Burna Boy and Travis Scott’s “TaTaTa”
The Nigerian and American superstars connect at a warehouse party in the new visuals for "TaTaTa,"the latest single off Burna Boy's upcoming album, No Sign of Weakness.
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23 May 2025
Estelle Is Returning to Her Joy
The acclaimed singer discusses Stay Alta, her first album in seven years,creative control, and protecting your peace no matter what.
Video
09 May 2025
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.
Music
06 May 2025
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.
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05 May 2025
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.
News
02 May 2025
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.
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28 April 2025
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.
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25 April 2025
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.
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