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28 May 2025
The Best Southern African Songs Right Now
For the month of May, we’ve got heaters from Lesotho, South Africa and Zimbabwe.
For the month of May, we’ve got heaters from Lesotho, South Africa and Zimbabwe.
These are the local legends and breakout stars redefining Southern Africa’s musical landscape. Listen to OkayAfrica’s Best Southern African Songs of 2025 So Far.
Amapiano is a movement. These are the best amapiano songs of the year so far, which showcase how the genre has grown, stumbled, and soared in 2025.
He went from a gardener with musical aspirations to one of the most revered artists in Southern Africa at the moment.
Featuring Loatinover Pounds, Inkabi Zezwe, AKA, Point1, Nomfundo Moh, Lwah Ndlunkulu and many more.
Featuring Bongeziwe Mabandla, Sjava, Tyla, Blxckie, Msaki, AKA x Khuli Chana, and more
The biggest event on the South African music calendar takes place this weekend – after a string of controversies.
From the virtual to the socially-distanced physical, here are three major concerts taking place this Africa Day which feature a host of musical talent.
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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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