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The Best Amapiano Songs Right Now: July 2025 Edition
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The Best Amapiano Songs Right Now: July 2025 Edition

This list of the latest hits and trending tracks features Kabza De Small, Mkeyz, Titto M, Yuppe, and other top amapiano artists.

Nigerian Music Star Peruzzi on Why He’s Just Getting Started
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Nigerian Music Star Peruzzi on Why He’s Just Getting Started

In the last episode of this season’s ‘Afrobeats Intelligence,’ presented by OkayAfrica, the singer reflects on early missteps, creative renewal, and why 2025 feels like the perfect time for his comeback.

African Songs You Need to Hear This Week
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African Songs You Need to Hear This Week

The best new African music tracks that came out this week featuring Sarkodie, Asake, Dee Koala, Savara, and more.

Ayra Starr Turns Up the Heat With 'Hot Body'
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Ayra Starr Turns Up the Heat With 'Hot Body'

The Afrobeats star follows up her Wizkid-featuring “Gimme Dat” with another sizzling song for the Summer — fresh off her BET win, a Roc Nation deal, and an ongoing global tour with Coldplay.

Ayra Starr poses in a promo picture. She is wearing a white dress.
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Tyla & Ayra Starr To Perform at the 2025 Global Citizen Festival

Alongside international superstars Shakira and The Weeknd, the African pop stars will represent the continent’s blossoming sound.

African Songs You Need to Hear This Week
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African Songs You Need to Hear This Week

The best new African music tracks that came out this week featuring Victony, Lojay, Kabza De Small, Mlindo The Vocalist, and more.

Is Mandela Day Still Relevant to South African Youth Today?
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Is Mandela Day Still Relevant to South African Youth Today?

Amid rising disillusionment, young South Africans are finding new ways to honor Nelson Mandela’s legacy.

How Kokoroko’s ‘Tuff Times Never Last’ Turned a Meme into a Musical Healing Mantra
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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.

Afrobeats Intelligence: Lanre Masha on Authenticity and the Evolution of Nigerian Music
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Afrobeats Intelligence: Lanre Masha on Authenticity and the Evolution of Nigerian Music

The Orchard’s West Africa Director joins Joey Akan to talk about surviving the Alaba era, staying authentic, and how content now drives the industry.

Tyla looks into the camera, rocking long braids and silver jewelry
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African Songs You Need to Hear This Week

The best new African music tracks that came out this week featuring Tyla, Gyakie, Africa Express, and more.

Two Musical Worlds Collide In Burna Boy And Shaboozey's New Single “Change Your Mind”
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Two Musical Worlds Collide In Burna Boy And Shaboozey's New Single “Change Your Mind”

Watch the song's new music video, which follows Burna Boy and Shaboozey to an L.A. ranch and features the Compton Cowboys.

Da Capo holds a bouquet of sunflowers in a promo image for his latest album. He is wearing an elegant purple coat by Thebe Magugu, navy blue pants that split open at the feet, and a white shirt. He is also wearing dark shades.
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Da Capo’s Journey to Become an Afro-House Torchbearer

With his new album, 'Indigo Child II: Love and Frequency,' the South African producer asserts himself as one of the most original voices in electronic music.

Top 15 African Dancers Lighting Up Instagram in 2025
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Top 15 African Dancers Lighting Up Instagram in 2025

A new wave of African dancers is making global moves. With fresh styles and bold energy, they’re transforming how the world views dance.

Samthing Soweto poses for the camera while seated on a blanket. He wears maroon Dakota shoes, grey pants and a white vest.

African Songs You Need to Hear This Week

The best new African music that came out this week featuring Fave, BNXN, and Samthing Soweto.

Samthing Soweto makes a move on a board game while gazing at the camera. He wears a black sleeveless leather jacket, black shirt and white pants.
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South African Artist Samthing Soweto Is Exactly Who He Thinks He Is

On 'Touch Is A Move (Good Morning),' his first full-length album in five years, the generational artist reflects on growth, grit, and grace.

Angélique Kidjo Set to Become First African Musician to Receive a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
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Angélique Kidjo Set to Become First African Musician to Receive a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

The Grammy-winning Beninese singer joins the 2026 honorees, making history as the first African artist to be recognized on the iconic Hollywood landmark.

Road to AfroFuture Detroit Festival 2025 Begins: Countdown to an Unmissable Celebration of African Culture
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Road to AfroFuture Detroit Festival 2025 Begins: Countdown to an Unmissable Celebration of African Culture

AfroFuture Detroit Festival 2025 kicks off a two-week program of curated events spotlighting African innovation, food, music, and diasporic art.

Best Southern African Songs of 2025 So Far - Mid-Year Roundup
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Best Southern African Songs of 2025 So Far - Mid-Year Roundup

These are the local legends and breakout stars redefining Southern Africa’s musical landscape. Listen to OkayAfrica’s Best Southern African Songs of 2025 So Far.

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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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