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Nigerian Afrobeats Stars Feature on FIFA 2026 World Cup Album
Nigerian Afrobeats Stars Feature on FIFA 2026 World Cup Album
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Dom Dolla Sells Out Marvel Stadium in Melbourne
3 MIN · Billboard
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Iran conflict fuels farm crisis as costs soar in South Africa
South Africa3 MIN · Africanews
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South Africa3 MIN · The Fader
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Nigerian Afrobeats Stars Feature on FIFA 2026 World Cup Album
Nigerian Afrobeats Stars Feature on FIFA 2026 World Cup Album
Diaspora2 MIN · AllAfrica
MUSICFROM THE WEB
Dom Dolla Sells Out Marvel Stadium in Melbourne
3 MIN · Billboard
MUSICFROM THE WEB
Ghana approves law criminalizing LGBTQ+ activities, advocacy
Ghana1 MIN · Dw
MUSICFROM THE WEB
Iran conflict fuels farm crisis as costs soar in South Africa
South Africa3 MIN · Africanews
MUSICFROM THE WEB
Joburg Ballet, UJ Arts and Culture to stage African adaptation of The Bacchae
Johannesburg, South Africa3 MIN · Music In Africa
MUSICFROM THE WEB
Listen to a new FADER Mix by Serokolo 7
South Africa3 MIN · The Fader
MUSICFROM THE WEB
Literature: With 'The Lobi Algorithm,' Thierry Stéphane Momo Proposes a Scientific Reading of Djôrô Music
Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso3 MIN · Le Faso
MUSICFROM THE WEB
News At 7 Lyrics by Joey B
Nigeria2 MIN · NotJustOk
MUSICFROM THE WEB
Nigeria police warn against reprisal attacks against South Africans
Nigeria3 MIN · BBC
MUSICFROM THE WEB
‘PRODUCE 101 JAPAN SHINSEKAI’: Struggles, Tears, Stunning Reversals & Standout Moments on the Road to the Gripping Finale
· Billboard
MUSICFROM THE WEB
SA: Fatso 98 releases third instalment of THE XO EFFECT EP series
South Africa· Music In Africa
MUSICFROM THE WEB
Serena Williams announces her return to Tennis
Nigeria· NotJustOk
MUSICFROM THE WEB
Should Wizkid And Other Celebrities Speak Up On Nigerian Issues Or Not?
· YNaija
MUSICFROM THE WEB
South Africa: Department Demands Action Over Kai !garib Municipality's Deteriorating Water and Sanitation Services
South Africa· AllAfrica
MUSICFROM THE WEB
South Africa made to look like fools over World Cup visa issues, says minister
South Africa· BBC
MUSICFROM THE WEB
South Africa: Marais Erasmus Abandoned the Safety Net and Became an Umpiring Legend
South Africa· AllAfrica
MUSICFROM THE WEB
SXSW London 2026: African Artists Shine in Global Music Showcase
2 MIN · Billboard
MUSICFROM THE WEB
Tems releases 'What You Need' video from Love Is A Kingdom EP
· Music In Africa
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The DIY sound of Kinshasa’s recycled music
Kinshasa, DR Congo· Pan-African Music
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The New Underground: Culture Shift or Cultural Loss?
· Hype Magazine
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Tyla & Future Release New World Cup Anthem “Game Time”
Nigeria· BellaNaija
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South African Music Awards 2026 nominees to be announced on 25 June
South African Music Awards 2026 nominees to be announced on 25 June
South Africa1 MIN · Music In AfricaREAD →
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African Artists Chart New Paths as Global Music Ecosystem Shifts
African Artists Chart New Paths as Global Music Ecosystem Shifts
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The Great Disconnect: How Africa's Cultural Renaissance Collides with Political Regression
The Great Disconnect: How Africa's Cultural Renaissance Collides with Political Regression
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The Real Game: Why Africa's Music Revolution Needs Structure, Not Just Stardom
The Real Game: Why Africa's Music Revolution Needs Structure, Not Just Stardom
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BNXN and Sarz on the making of their joint album, The Game Needs Us
BNXN and Sarz on the making of their joint album, The Game Needs Us
Nigeria1 MIN · The FaderREAD →
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Suntou Susso, Gambian Superstars set for debut UK performance in London
Pan-African· Music In Africa
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ARMC 2026 strengthens African music innovation and collaboration
Johannesburg, South Africa1 MIN · Music In Africa
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Minister dissolves National Arts Council board amid governance concerns
South Africa1 MIN · Music In Africa
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Zack The Great wins Red Bull Dance Your Style Kenya 2026 title
Nairobi, Kenya· Music In Africa
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Onesimus, Liema Pantsi collaboration reaches No. 1 on South African iTunes
South Africa· Music In Africa
MUSICFROM THE WEB
SA: Starr Healer, Nomfundo Moh to drop collaborative single
Pan-African· Music In Africa
MUSICFROM THE WEB
Sony moves to expand Udio lawsuit with 30 000 recording claim
Pan-African· Music In Africa
MUSICFROM THE WEB
FAME Week Africa opens registration for 2026 edition in Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa1 MIN · Music In Africa
MUSICFROM THE WEB
Warner Music, GZ Media test recycled vinyl production using unsold records
Pan-African· Music In Africa
MUSICFROM THE WEB
Namibia: Zirkas Racing Dials in for National Circuit Leg
Pan-African1 MIN · AllAfrica
MUSICFROM THE WEB
First group of Ghanaians arrivein Accra following repatriation from South Africa
Accra, South Africa1 MIN · Africanews
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Open call: Audio Girl Foundation scholarship programme for women
Pan-African· Music In Africa
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SA: Indonesian choreographer wins inaugural Duet Xchange competition
South Africa· Music In Africa
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Morocco wants tourists to visit Western Sahara. Some say it's tightening its control
Morocco3 MIN · BBC
MUSICFROM THE WEB
France heat triggers illegal swimming in central Paris
Pan-African1 MIN · Africanews
MUSICFROM THE WEB
Namibia: New Documentary Highlights Namibia's Seal Rescue Efforts
Pan-African1 MIN · AllAfrica
MUSICFROM THE WEB
First group of Ghanaians to be repatriated from South Africa arrive home
South Africa1 MIN · Africanews
MUSICFROM THE WEB
Ireland records 30C while Portugal nears 37C in May heat
Pan-African1 MIN · Africanews
MUSICFROM THE WEB
South Africa: Limpopo Police Sound Alarm Over Violence - South African News Briefs - May 28, 2026
South Africa· AllAfrica
MUSICFROM THE WEB
Rwanda: All You Need to Know As Rwanda National Police Turn 25
Rwanda· AllAfrica
MUSICFROM THE WEB
Uganda: Uganda Temporarily Closes Border With Democratic Republic of Congo Over Ebola Outbreak
Uganda· AllAfrica
MUSICFROM THE WEB
El Prince drops “Hala” dedicated to the everyday people going through Life
Nigeria1 MIN · NotJustOk
MUSICFROM THE WEB
Nigeria: Women Pay the Price of Surging Banditry in Northwest Nigeria
Nigeria· AllAfrica
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Jennifer Lopez & Pitbull’s ‘On the Floor’ Dances Back Onto Billboard Charts Thanks to Steamy ‘Off Campus’ Scene
1 MIN · Billboard
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