Music
03 March 2021
ProVerb’s Memoir Is A Huge Slap In The Face To South African Hip-Hop
In his memoir, one of South Africa's revered lyricists ProVerb and his co-author compromise his rich story with trite motivational talk.
Site Navigation
south african hip-hop column Stories
News
21 August 2020
The Mysterious Road to A-Reece’s ‘Paradise II'
A-Reece has all eyes on him in anticipation for his upcoming album 'Paradise II', but the South African rapper is not perturbed.
Music
16 July 2020
Price to Pay: The Complicated Relationship Between Ambitiouz Entertainment and South Africa’s Music Scene
Through all the horror stories shared by artists, it's impossible to overlook Ambitiouz Entertainment's contribution to South African music.
Music
16 January 2020
Things Take Time In The Empire of Sheep
An in-depth look at two hip-hop albums that capture the state of affairs in South Africa: YoungstaCPT's 3T and Stogie T's The Empire of Sheep.
Music
02 August 2019
It Will Take More Than an ‘Authentic African Sound’ for South African Artists to Blow Up Globally
It will take more than that.
Music
14 February 2019
Why Nasty C is The Greatest South African Rapper of This Generation
In the generation of South African rappers who rose to prominence after 2010, no one can touch Nasty C.
Music
18 October 2018
There’s No One Way To Be An “Authentic” South African Artist
Rappers with American accents tell authentic South African stories.
Op-Ed
16 July 2018
‘Touch My Blood’ Is AKA’s Most Layered Album
Thematically and sonically, this is AKA's most diverse album. One which sees him shouting out legends and mentioning his coloured identity.
Op-Ed
28 June 2018
Khuli Chana Has Already Done What Your Favorite Rapper Is Still Trying to Do
Khuli Chana is sharing unreleased songs that are better than what your fave will release in the future.
Latest
27 June 2018
How Sjava, Emtee & Saudi Turned 'African Trap Music' Into An Internationally Recognized Sound
We dive into what African Trap Music (ATM) is, how it started, and what it means for South African hip-hop.
Popular
07 June 2018
Lil Wayne’s Influence on South African Hip-Hop
On the 10th anniversary of Lil Wayne's Tha Carter III album, we look at its impact on SA hip-hop.
Latest
26 March 2018
Why Do We Act Shocked When Rappers Live Up To Their Lyrics?
Either we are not listening, or we don't take rap or rappers seriously.
More Stories
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.
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.
copyright © okayafrica 2025