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Young Jonn Talks About The Journey From Behind the Boards to Center Stage
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Young Jonn Talks About The Journey From Behind the Boards to Center Stage

Joey Akan gets the man of few words to talk about beats, breakthroughs, and becoming his own kind of artist.

Best West African Songs of 2025 So Far — Mid-Year Roundup
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Best West African Songs of 2025 So Far — Mid-Year Roundup

As more West African artists create sounds that inspire internet trends and extend their longevity, others are experimenting with new forms and doubling down on storytelling. Read ahead for the best West African music of the year so far.

A photo collage of Mo Salah and Sadio Mané in action on the field. Salah wearing Egypt's red and white jersey, and Mané wearing Senegal's white jersey with yellow, green and red designs.
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The African Kings Who Ruled Football

Over the past 15 years, Egypt's Mo Salah and Senegal's Sadio Mané have stood as enduring symbols of African excellence on football’s biggest stages, with the trophies and records to show.

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Tiwa Savage Talks Legacy, Motherhood and the Demands of Inspiration on Afrobeats Intelligence

The Afrobeats megastar holds one of her most candid conversations ever, unpacking what has gone into her powerful sound and image.

Joey Akan: Afrobeats’ Original Critic, Storyteller and Troublemaker
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Joey Akan: Afrobeats’ Original Critic, Storyteller and Troublemaker

Once known for being a vociferous critic, the Nigerian music journalist has grown into a conscientious podcaster who digs thoughtfully into the stories behind the phenomenon that is Afrobeats. In partnering with OkayAfrica, he’s going in even deeper.

10 African Records That Could Have Been Contenders for the Grammys’ New ‘Best Album Cover’ Category
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10 African Records That Could Have Been Contenders for the Grammys’ New ‘Best Album Cover’ Category

Beyond its great sounds, the African music scene has produced some remarkable covers over the years. As the Grammys aim to recognize visual excellence, OkayAfrica puts forward 10 covers — new and old — that would have been perfect for the category.

Op-Ed: Why Excitement for Ibrahim Traoré Should Be Tempered with Caution
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Op-Ed: Why Excitement for Ibrahim Traoré Should Be Tempered with Caution

Burkina Faso’s military ruler has grown popular with millions across the world, but junta leaders and revolutionaries haven’t always worked out well for Africans.

Actor Thabang Molaba seated in orange chair against red wall with classic film posters, wearing white tee and black leather vest in stylish bedroom setting.
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Thabang Molaba is South Africa's Leading Man in the Making

The actor opens up about his journey from Netflix's ‘Blood & Water’ to sharing the screen with A-list stars.

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South Africa’s First Black Nuclear Scientist, Senamile Masango, Dies at 37

Nicknamed the “Queen of Science,” Senamile Masango’s passing has come as a shock and a great loss to South Africa’s science community.

Namibian President Sam Nujoma arrives, 05 December 2003 at the International Conference Centre in Abuja, for the opening of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting.
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Namibian Government Plans Funeral Arrangement for Founding Father Sam Nujoma

Condolence messages and eulogies have followed Nujoma’s passing, who led the decades-long struggle for Namibia’s independence from apartheid South Africa.

Tems accepts award for Best African Music Performance for "Love Me JeJe" onstage during the 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards Premiere Ceremony at Peacock Theater on February 02, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
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Tems Wins 'Best African Music Performance' at the 2025 Grammys

The Nigerian star was joined onstage by her team and mom, who received a hearty shout-out.

The frontman of South African band Internet Girl poses on the set of their music video for “Boss.”
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Internet Girl Wants to Be the Biggest Band Out of South Africa

Cape Town outfit Internet Girl is finding its sound and is dead-set on bringing it to you.

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US Sitcom ‘Superstore’ Gets An isiZulu Makeover

Universal International Studios partners with local production house Barkers Media to bring the beloved retail comedy to South African audiences.

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What To Watch in West Africa This January

This month’s list of what to watch brings together exciting films and television series from Nigeria, Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana.

Director Niyi Akinmolayan attends "The Arbitration" premiere during the 2016 Toronto International Film Festival at Isabel Bader Theatre on September 13, 2016 in Toronto, Canada.
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Niyi Akinmolayan Talks 'Lisabi' and the Way Forward for Nollywood

The veteran filmmaker and ‘Lisabi’ director explains why the obstacles to Nollywood’s critical growth are primarily economic.

A contestant of “Latéy: Looking for Love!” meets Messiah, the bachelor at the center of the show.
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What to Watch in East Africa This January

This month’s streaming and film guide features exciting new releases from Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.

Kenyan artist Elsy Wameyo stands on a doorstep in the music video for her single “Conquer.”
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12 African Artists to Watch in 2025

From Winny to King Paluta and Yamê, here’s a list of African acts we’re tipping for greatness this year.

South African artist Moonchild Sanelly sings into a microphone as she’s bathed in a blue light.
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Moonchild Sanelly’s Journey to Ghetto-Funk Greatness

With a brand new album out and a clear-sighted plan for world domination, Moonchild Sanelly speaks to OkayAfrica about how self-belief got her here.