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13 August 2025
Mádé Kuti Asks the Difficult Questions on ‘Chapter 1: Where Does Happiness Come From?’
OkayAfrica sits down with the Nigerian artist to discuss his robust interpretation of Afrobeat and his new album’s roving vision.
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06 August 2025
What It’s Like To … Be an Afrobeats Songwriter
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.
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25 July 2025
Wizkid and Tyla Unite for Superstar Collaboration, 'DYNAMITE'
The single blends trademark Nigerian and South African sounds from the musicians, making for a dynamic new track.
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22 July 2025
The Relatable Expressions of Nigerian Musician Tim Lyre
Tim Lyre is standing out in the Nigerian music scene by making introspective songs that pull from everyday experiences, and delivering them over a diverse bed of styles.
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16 July 2025
Ayra Starr Signs with Jay-Z’s Roc Nation, Elevating Her Afrobeats Career Internationally
The Nigerian singer’s strong ambition of global superstardom is expected to be boosted by this strategic partnership with Roc Nation, along with the continued support of Mavin and Universal Music Group.
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15 July 2025
How Kokoroko’s ‘Tuff Times Never Last’ Turned a Meme into a Musical Healing Mantra
The band's new album pulls humor, heartbreak, and harmony into one of their most confident and emotionally expansive works yet.
News
09 July 2025
Falz Cooks Up a Platter of Stories and Sounds on ‘The Feast’
The Nigerian rapper has been one of the most consistent artists and creatives around. His latest album, ‘The Feast,’ showcases his ability to incorporate new voices without losing the essence of his trusted methods over the years.
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03 July 2025
10 Iconic African Rap Diss Songs
From M.I and Vector to AKA and Cassper Nyovest, there’s a solid history of rap beefs in African hip-hop that have produced some truly memorable diss songs.
Podcasts
27 June 2025
Young Jonn Talks About The Journey From Behind the Boards to Center Stage
Joey Akan gets the man of few words to talk about beats, breakthroughs, and becoming his own kind of artist.
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20 June 2025
Tiwa Savage Talks Legacy, Motherhood and the Demands of Inspiration on Afrobeats Intelligence
The Afrobeats megastar holds one of her most candid conversations ever, unpacking what has gone into her powerful sound and image.
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19 June 2025
Joey Akan: Afrobeats’ Original Critic, Storyteller and Troublemaker
Once known for being a vociferous critic, the Nigerian music journalist has grown into a conscientious podcaster who digs thoughtfully into the stories behind the phenomenon that is Afrobeats. In partnering with OkayAfrica, he’s going in even deeper.
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18 June 2025
Burna Boy Announces North American Tour in Support of Upcoming Album
The Nigerian singer’s eighth album, ‘No Sign of Weakness,’ is scheduled for a mid-July release.
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