• Shingai Darangwa

Stories by Shingai Darangwa

Kiddominant performs at the launch of AKA's "Touch My Blood" album in Soweto, South Africa in 2017.
Music

7 Producers Who Have Helped Take Afrobeats to New Heights

Here's a list of 7 producers who have consistently been behind many Afrobeats hits.

A promotional poster of 'Blood & Water' showing the show's main character.
Film + TV

In Conversation with Mzwandile Sibanda: ‘We wanted to provide ‘Blood & Water’ with music that’s at a high level and helps enhance the story.’

Meet the team behind the music from the South African Netflix Original, 'Blood & Water.'

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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.

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