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Africa’s Grammy Decade: Every Big Win Since 2020
African Grammy winners of the 2020s year by year: Angélique Kidjo, Burna Boy, Wizkid, Black Coffee, Tems, Zakes…
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Congolese rumba on the UNESCO list: the 2021 recognition of a shared heritage
In December 2021, UNESCO added Congolese rumba to its list of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, following…
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Francis Bebey: the Cameroonian musician, writer and thinker who played the world’s instruments
Francis Bebey was a Cameroonian guitarist, composer, novelist and musicologist. He wrote the prize-winning novel Agatha Moudio's Son,…
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MASA: the Abidjan market where African performers meet the world’s programmers
The Marché des Arts du Spectacle d'Abidjan, known as MASA, has brought African musicians, dancers and theatre companies…
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Wizkid becomes first artist to win Afrobeats Rumble twice
Wizkid's 2024 final against Burna Boy was not close. The vote ended 72% to 28% in his favor,…
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Yemi Alade reconnects with her roots on ‘It’s Yemi Alade
Yemi Alade reconnects with her roots on 'It's Yemi Alade' — a vibrant celebration of heritage, rhythm, and…
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Dr Laylow releases new single ‘Follow You’ about following the rhythm of love
Dr Laylow releases his new single 'Follow You,' a love track about following the rhythm of love. Stream…
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Wizkid, Omah Lay, Mavo and Fola Lead the Charge in 18th Headies Nominations
Discover Wizkid's 18th Headies nominations alongside Omah Lay, Mavo, and Fola. Find out who's leading the pack.
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Fola, Omah Lay, Mavo, Wizkid Top 18th Headies Nominations List
Wizkid leads 18th Headies nominations list with top spot alongside Omah Lay, Mavo and Fola.