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13 February 2025
Sjava and the Art of Intimate Live Performances
The South African artist discusses his new live album 'Inkanyezi,' his preference for intimate theater shows, and his commitment to elevating unknown talent.
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09 January 2025
Doc Shebeleza Remembered as a Kwaito Pioneer
Kwaito legend Doc Shebeleza passed away earlier today following a long battle with illness.
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27 April 2024
The Last 30 Years of South African Music
As South Africa commemorates the 30th anniversary of democracy, OkayAfrica takes a look at the sounds that have defined every decade since 1994.
Music
19 January 2023
Kwesta and Kabza De Small Return to Kwaito In Their New Collaborative Album
The South African hip-hop and amapiano stars revert to kwaito in Speak N Vrostaan.
Music
21 June 2021
Interview: Lady Du, Amapiano’s Sultry-Voiced Superstar, Is Smashing The Glass Ceiling
In conversation with amapiano star Lady Du about her rise, spirituality and considering herself a kwaito queen.
Music
31 May 2021
Interview: Kwesta and The ‘Ghost of DaKAR’
While making his latest album 'g.o.d Guluva' during the 2020 lockdown, Kwesta opened up to vulnerability and, as a result, left some parts of his old self behind.
News
22 February 2021
Kwaito Legend Protests Against South African Music Rights Organisation for Unpaid Royalties
South African Kwaito musician, Eugene Mthethwa, has reached a resolution after protesting against the South African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO). The Trompies member alleges that SAMRO has not paid royalties to him for more than thirty years.
Music
05 February 2021
Apple Music's Isgubhu Offers a Distinctive Home for Africa's Dance and Electro Music
Apple Music has launched a new music platform Isgubhu for Africa's dance music including amapiano, gqom, kwaito and other popular subgenres.
News
20 January 2021
Listen to Makhalanjalo's New Single 'Thand'izinto'
Listen to new artist Makhalanjalo's kwaito single 'Thand'izinto' from the upcoming album 'Amanzi'.
Music
18 December 2020
The Story of William Last KRM’s Ascent is One of Purpose Meeting Preparation
The rise of Botswana comedian and rapper William Last KRM, whose music video for 'Tinto' recently broke the internet, is what happens when purpose meets preparation.
News
09 October 2020
Cassper Nyovest Shares Heavenly Visuals for 'Bonginkosi' Featuring Zola 7
Cassper Nyovest has released stunning visuals for his single 'Bonginkosi' featuring kwaito star Zola 7.
Music
01 September 2020
Interview: Mx Blouse Pushes the Boundaries of Kwaito on Debut Album ‘Elementality’
Joburg-based artist Mx Blouse's first full-length release 'Elementality' sees them explore themes of human connection on a canvas of dance music.
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