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Amapiano artists including DJ Maphorisa, Uncle Waffles, Kabza De Small, and Focalistic against a vibrant green background.

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Amapiano: The South African Sound That Took Over the World

Born in South Africa’s townships in the early 2010s, this genre found its global moment during lockdown, giving people a reason to dance when the world stood still. This video traces its journey.

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Skyla Tylaa Drops a Cross-Continental Club Anthem with “Bombshell (Cheza)”

The London DJ makes her producer debut with a genre-blending banger featuring Tyler ICU, Diamond Platnumz, and more.

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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.

Amapiano: The South African Sound That Took Over the World

Born in South Africa’s townships in the early 2010s, this genre found its global moment during lockdown, giving people a reason to dance when the world stood still. This video traces its journey.

Opinion: Uncle Waffles’ Nairobi Event Highlights Broader Issues With African Music Concerts

The chaotic Nairobi concert brings attention to recurring failures in the organization of music events across Africa, raising urgent questions about crowd safety and artist-audience care.

Uncle Waffles Drops Surprise EP, ‘4 Da Ho’s’

The Swazi-born, South Africa-based superstar DJ and producer calls the three-track '4 Da Ho's' EP an appreciation piece to her fanbase.

Davido and Mary J. Blige Headline New Additions to Afro Nation Portugal 2025 Lineup

The third wave of artist announcements adds to a star-studded lineup that already includes Burna Boy, Tems, Amaarae, Uncle Waffles and more.

Tems Announces Groundbreaking Mentorship Program for Women in Music: The Leading Vibe

Starting this August, the Nigerian Artist's new program seeks to make the music industry more inclusive for women.

African Stars Seen at Paris Fashion Week 2025

African celebrities shone at Paris Fashion Week 2025, showcasing bold looks and highlighting the continent's rising influence on global fashion.

Top 15 African Dancers Lighting Up Instagram in 2025

A new wave of African dancers is making global moves. With fresh styles and bold energy, they’re transforming how the world views dance.

Best Amapiano Songs of 2025 So Far — Mid-Year Roundup

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.

Elsa Majimbo, Burna Boy, Uncle Waffles and Hilda Baci Named in TikTok’s First Visionary Voices Africa List

TikTok announces its debut Visionary Voices Africa List, celebrating trailblazing African creators, entrepreneurs, and industry disruptors making a global impact.

Skyla Tylaa Drops a Cross-Continental Club Anthem with “Bombshell (Cheza)”

The London DJ makes her producer debut with a genre-blending banger featuring Tyler ICU, Diamond Platnumz, and more.

The Best Amapiano Songs Right Now

Want to know which Amapiano songs are trending right now? OkayAfrica rounds up the best trending Amapiano songs of 2025. Stream the latest hits from rising stars and legends like De Mthuda, Kelvin Momo, and Sfarzo Rtee.