The Malian Boncana Maïga, a figure of African music, has died at age 77
Boncana Maïga, a renowned Malian musician and founder of the pan-African group Africando, passed away at 77, leaving a significant legacy in African and Afro-Cuban music.
Tiwa Savage unveils music foundation, partners Berklee to train African creatives
Tiwa Savage has launched the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation in partnership with Berklee College of Music to empower emerging African creatives with music education.
Senegal: Sahad Sarr releases new album
Senegalese musician Sahad Sarr has released his new album, 'African West,' showcasing a decade of musical evolution influenced by diverse cultures.
KÖD, the new album by Chadian Afrotronix: "I did a sound design job"
Afrotronix, a Chadian musician, releases his new album 'KÖD', blending traditional African music with contemporary sound design.
In a unique place - a group of guests: during a special show created unforgettable emotions
An improvisational musical journey captivated hundreds of guests, transforming them from spectators to participants in a vibrant African drumming show.
Death of musician Ebo Taylor, a key figure of Ghanaian highlife
Ebo Taylor, a legendary musician and key figure in Ghana's highlife genre, passed away at the age of 90, prompting tributes from across Ghana.
Ebo Taylor, Ghanaian guitarist precursor of highlife in African music, has died
Ebo Taylor, a pioneering Ghanaian guitarist and composer of highlife music, has passed away at the age of 90.
Afrotronix explores African heritage in "KÖD," his new album
Chadian musician and composer Afrotronix returns with his new album "KÖD," featuring 27 diverse and danceable tracks that modernize the rhythms, melodies, and voices of African musical heritage.
Firm to expand creativity for global audiences
Amanar Group is enhancing its role in promoting African creativity globally through various initiatives in music, events, and cultural programming.
Artist singing for the king will perform in Warsaw
South African artist Pretty Yende, who continues to evolve in her career, is set to perform in Warsaw after past appearances in Poland, including with opera singer Artur Ruciński.
Russian Embassy congratulates South African singer on Grammy win
The Russian Embassy in Pretoria praised South African singer Tyla for her Grammy Award victory, wishing her continued success in music and culture.
South Africa’s Tyla secures second Grammy win
South African pop star Tyla has won the Grammy Award for Best African Music Performance for her track 'Push 2 Start,' marking her second win in this category.
Grammy 2026: Fela’s music influenced great musicians, past, present — Femi Kuti
Femi Kuti praised his father Fela's significant influence on global music as he receives a posthumous Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing Fela as the first African artist to achieve this honor.
Africans coming for more Grammys, Tyla says
South African singer Tyla made history by becoming the first artist to win a Grammy in the same category twice, claiming her second award for "Push 2 Start" at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards.
Fela Kuti makes history with posthumous Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
Fela Anikulapo Kuti has been awarded a posthumous Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, becoming the first African artist to receive this honor.
South Africa: Tyla Wins Second Grammy - South African News Briefs - February 2, 2025
Tyla has won her second Grammy award for 'Push-to-Start', becoming the first artist to win in that category twice, while Grammy host Trevor Noah lost the Best Audio Book award.
Fela Kuti: first African artist to receive a Grammy Award for lifetime achievement
Fela Kuti, the legendary king of afrobeat, posthumously becomes the first African artist to receive a Grammy Award for his lifetime contributions to music.
Posthumous Grammy for Musician Fela Kuti: Late Reward for Lasting Influence
Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti has been posthumously awarded a Grammy for his life's work, making him the first African musician to receive this honor.
The Legend of Gabonese Music Pierre Akendengué Gives Two Sold-Out Concerts in Libreville
Pierre Akendengué, a monumental figure in Gabonese music, performed two sold-out concerts in Libreville on January 30 and 31.
Nigerian Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti becomes first African to receive Lifetime Grammy
Fela Kuti, the Nigerian Afrobeat pioneer, will be honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Grammys, making him the first African to receive this accolade since its inception in 1963.
Afro-Brazilian festival celebrates faith, heritage and resistance in Ouro Preto
A vibrant Afro-Brazilian festival took place in Ouro Preto, honoring both Catholic saints and African heritage through music, dance, and community gathering.
African Christmas Carols with Afrobeats and Afropop Rhythms to Change the Pace of Christmas
This article presents a selection of Christmas songs from Africa that blend traditional carols with contemporary Afrobeats and Afropop rhythms, offering a different sound for holiday celebrations.