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12 August 2025
How Mavin Global Is Pushing Local Growth Within the Afrobeats Industry
Recent initiatives are broadening the entry level for creatives and music executives in the Nigerian music industry and beyond.
Recent initiatives are broadening the entry level for creatives and music executives in the Nigerian music industry and beyond.
Mbryo, born Maxwell Omoferi, is one of the foremost songwriters in Afrobeats. He has co-written Grammy-nominated hits for stars like Ayra Starr, Davido, and Magixx. His rise from the streets of Lagos to the global music stage is both inspirational and instructive.
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.
Ayra Starr embraces self-love with her latest single, "All The Love," a heartfelt anthem arriving just in time for Valentine’s Day.
Andre Vibez collaborates with DanDizzy on the free-flowing banger “LIKE.”
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.
As the new season of Afrobeats Intelligence – presented by OkayAfrica – unfolds, here are some essential episodes to check out from its earlier archive.
The Nigerian artist releases an emotional gem ahead of his anticipated debut album.
The talented Nigerian duo, Johnny Drille and Don Jazzy, extend their fine partnership into new EP, ‘Hard Guy Confessions.’
The Nigerian music producer is pushing the boundaries of his creative expression.
A celebration of the people who are making African music tick right now, featuring Semzi, Tempoe, Dlala Thukzin, Guiltybeatz, Louddaaa, and more.
Don Jazzy, the producer-turned-music-executive, has been a pioneer of Afrobeats sounds on various fronts.
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OkayAfrica is the premiere digital platform bringing the worlds of African music, art, culture, style, sports and politics to a global audience. Founded in 2010 as an extension of Okayplayer, OkayAfrica serves as a cultural bridge to foster deeper understanding of the continent, while also building meaningful connections with its diaspora.
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