• OkayAfrica

Stories by OkayAfrica

Three images of the body of South African star Tyla are featured in the cover art for “DYNAMITE.”
Latest

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.

Multiple versions of Burna Boy, one sitting on a brown leather chair, while four others stand behind him, looking at him and holding up signs, and the last one sitting on the side looking at the central Burna Boy.
Latest

Stream Burna Boy’s New Album, ‘No Sign of Weakness’

Burna Boy’s highly anticipated eighth studio album has arrived, and it features appearances from Mick Jagger, Stromae, Shaboozey, and Travis Scott.

What To Watch in Africa This July
Film + TV

What To Watch in Africa This July

Your essential guide to the best African films and TV shows premiering this month, highlighting diverse stories from every region of the continent.

Burna Boy’s New Album ‘No Sign of Weakness’ to Feature Mick Jagger, Stromae, Shaboozey, and Travis Scott
Latest

Burna Boy’s New Album ‘No Sign of Weakness’ to Feature Mick Jagger, Stromae, Shaboozey, and Travis Scott

The Nigerian superstar has revealed the tracklist for his upcoming album, due July 11.

Kenya's Faith Kipyegon (C) reacts at the end of her race after taking part in the "Breaking4" event, in an attempt to become the first woman to run a mile in under four minutes, at Stade Charlety on June 26, 2025 in Paris.
Sports

Faith Kipyegon Runs Fastest Women's Time in Her Attempt to Break Four-Minute Mile

The Kenyan Olympian fell short of her goal, but says she's hopeful the barrier will be broken soon.

What to Watch in Africa This June
Film + TV

What to Watch in Africa This June

Your essential guide to African film and TV shows across the continent.

Tems in a blue Ankara suit dress with a puff skirt accented with a green cravat and a matching umbrella
Music

The African Designers Who Stole the Spotlight at the 2025 Met Gala

This year’s Met Gala was always going to make history, but it did so in more ways than expected, as several African designers made their debut on the iconic stairs of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Listen to Davido’s Highly-Anticipated New Album ‘5ive’
News

Listen to Davido’s Highly-Anticipated New Album ‘5ive’

The Nigerian megastar releases a 17-song album featuring a long list of contributions from the likes of Victoria Monét, Shenseea, Omah Lay, Victony, Odumodublvck, Becky G and more.

Yemi Alade wearing a teal green outfit, standing in a regal pose holding purple flowers.
Latest

Yemi Alade, in Full Bloom

The Nigerian superstar took the path less traveled, overcoming doubt and criticism in her career, to arrive at this moment in her life – self assured and steadfast, with a Grammy nomination in tow.

AS Douanes celebrates with fans after winning against Petro de Luanda on May 24, 2023 at BK Arena in Kigali, Rwanda.
Latest

What We're Looking Forward to in 2025

A year-long celebration kicks off with contemporary art in Marrakech, peaks with historic festival appearances from Burna Boy to Tems, and culminates in AFCON's return.

An evacuated building with fire blazing behind it.
News

LA Wildfires Devastate Landmarks, Homes, and Migrant Communities

With over 2,000 homes lost, families navigate the bitter aftermath of nature's fury, rallying support and prayers online.

About Us
Static pages

About Us

Lebo M at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event in Anaheim, California on August 09, 2024.
Profiles & Interviews

‘The Lion King’ Prequel Is a Full Circle Moment for Lebo M

Grammy Award-winning South African composer Lebo M says the upcoming Disney live-action film, ‘Mufasa: The Lion King,’ is a “beautiful evolution” of the original movie.

Seun Kuti plays live at Brooklyn’s Prospect Park bandshell as part of BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn.
Latest

This is What Seun Kuti & Egypt 80’s NYC Concert Looked Like

In photos: Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 brought their legendary live show to Brooklyn, NY for a night of Afrobeat.

Tyla.
News Brief

Tyla Cancels Coachella, North American & European Tour Dates Due to Injury

The cancellations also include her appearances at summer festivals like Gov Ball and Roots Picnic.

Macky Sall, President of Senegal, arrives to meet with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier at Schloss Bellevue during the G20 Compact With Africa conference on November 20, 2023 in Berlin, Germany
West Africa

Senegal’s President Macky Sall Says He’ll Exit Office When his Term Ends, but Election Date Remains Uncertain

In acceptance of the Constitutional Council’s rebuke of his “illegal”postponement of elections, Sall’s exit at the end of his tenure sets the stage for a new Senegalese president.

groover okayafrica
Music

Submit Your Music to OkayAfrica Through Groover

Have a song you want covered on OkayAfrica? Submit it through Groover and get guaranteed listens and feedback!

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