Music
26 May 2025
The Best East African Songs Right Now
OkayAfrica rounds up the best new music to come out of Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, and Kenya this May.
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Music
28 April 2025
Motherland Sounds Is LA’s Must-Attend East African Party
An event where East African culture, community, and music collide is rewriting the Ethiopian-Eritrean diaspora story in Los Angeles.
News
10 April 2025
Tanzania’s Abigail Chams Is on the Brink of Superstardom
With her hit “Me Too” quickly climbing the charts, the Tanzanian singer talks to OkayAfrica about rewriting what it means to be a Tanzanian pop star today.
Film + TV
01 April 2025
What to Watch in East Africa This April
This month’s streaming and film guide highlights exciting new releases from Uganda and Kenya, showcasing the latest must-watch films and series from East Africa.
News
14 March 2025
Sudan Bans Kenyan Imports Amidst Widespread Criticisms of Armed Militia’s Parallel Government Plans
The African Union, European Union, and UN Security Council have all condemned the RSF’s signing of a founding charter, as Kenya’s facilitation of the event comes under scrutiny.
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20 February 2025
Faiza Hersi is Changing the Blueprint for East Africa’s Music Industry
From launching Nairobi R&B to building Soul Headquarters, the Kenyan music executive is carving out space for artists and pushing the region onto the global stage.
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14 February 2025
How East Africa’s Biggest Jazz Festival is Shaping Kenya’s Next Generation of Jazz Lovers
Once seen as a niche genre, jazz in Kenya is gaining new audiences and nurturing homegrown talent, thanks to the Bob Collymore International Jazz Festival.
News
11 February 2025
As He is Laid to Rest, Aga Khan IV’s Enduring Legacy in East Africa Comes Into Focus
With a large following in Eastern Africa, the late leader of the Ismaili Muslim Community transformed education, healthcare and development across the region
Film + TV
06 February 2025
What to Watch in East Africa This February
This month’s streaming and film guide features exciting new releases from Kenya and Tanzania.
Film + TV
14 January 2025
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.
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09 January 2025
Uganda's Soul-Baring Star Joshua Baraka is Creating Networks for East African Music
With millions of streams and high-profile collaborations, Joshua Baraka is turning his Kampala roots into global recognition.
Film + TV
03 December 2024
What to Watch in East Africa This December
This December guide features shows and movies from Tanzania, Uganda and Kenya.
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