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OPINION: The future of African music depends on closing the digital divide – by Addy Awofisayo, Head of Music for Sub-Saharan Africa, YouTube

YouTube has launched specific programs to promote African music. For artists, we’ve created different kinds of programs to support their growth. One of them is our artist development program called…

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Music

REPORT: Despite strong streaming numbers, live performances generate over 66% of Nigerian artistes’ income

Since the emergence of streaming platforms, Nigerian music has seen significant growth, with artists like Ayra Starr, Tems, and Seyi Vibez achieving high streaming numbers both globally and locally. In…

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General

Streaming Gaps, Weak Collection Systems: New report reveals challenges facing Nigeria’s music industry despite Afrobeats boom

The Nigerian music industry has experienced global success in recent years, with songs produced by Nigerians reaching different cities across the world. Afrobeats has embarked on a global domination with…

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Music

How Angélique Kidjo’s multilingual “Chica de Favela” channels a pan-African vision

Angélique Kidjo’s latest collaboration, “Chica de Favela,” is proving to be more than just a standout track; it is a practical demonstration of her Pan-African and global philosophy. Released as…

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Afrobeats must bridge the whole continent, not only West Africa—Angélique Kidjo

While African music dominates global charts and streams rack up billions, Angélique Kidjo sees a continent still divided by the invisible lines drawn by colonizers over a century ago. The…

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Music

Angélique Kidjo cautions Afrobeats artists: don’t fall into complacency

The global rise of Afrobeats has been a source of immense pride for Angélique Kidjo, but the veteran artist is not ready to hand out congratulations without a serious caveat.…

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Opinion

Adekunle Olopade: I was kidnapped, harrased, and handcuffed by the Nigerian Police Force

Backstory: My mum and I swapped cars this week. All of this happened last night. (Thursday, November 5 2025) It’s past midnight and I couldn’t sleep. I had received some…

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Schemes, secrets, and survival: When every woman becomes a player in Mother of the Brides

Ever heard the phrase “May the best man win”? After watching Episodes 13 to 15 of Africa Magic’s Original, Mother of the Brides, that’s exactly the sentiment that lingers. Except…

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Events

3 Cold Dishes premieres at star-studded AFRIFF 2025 opening night

The 14th edition of the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF), themed “Rhythms of the Continent: The Afrobeats Film Movement”, officially opened on November 2, 2025, with a spectacular ceremony that…

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Music
News

Odumodublvck breaks silence on feud with Blaqbonez: “This is not a rap beef, it’s personal”

Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck has finally addressed the escalating public feud with fellow artist Blaqbonez, releasing a lengthy statement that dismisses the conflict as a mere “rap beef” and frames his…

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OPINION: The future of African music depends on closing the digital divide – by Addy Awofisayo, Head of Music for Sub-Saharan Africa, YouTube

REPORT: Despite strong streaming numbers, live performances generate over 66% of Nigerian artistes’ income

Streaming Gaps, Weak Collection Systems: New report reveals challenges facing Nigeria’s music industry despite Afrobeats boom

How Angélique Kidjo’s multilingual “Chica de Favela” channels a pan-African vision

Afrobeats must bridge the whole continent, not only West Africa—Angélique Kidjo

Angélique Kidjo cautions Afrobeats artists: don’t fall into complacency

Adekunle Olopade: I was kidnapped, harrased, and handcuffed by the Nigerian Police Force

Schemes, secrets, and survival: When every woman becomes a player in Mother of the Brides

3 Cold Dishes premieres at star-studded AFRIFF 2025 opening night

Odumodublvck breaks silence on feud with Blaqbonez: “This is not a rap beef, it’s personal”

Ranking the 5 Best Songs from the 2026 FIFA World Cup Album

Ronaldinho features Odumodublvck, Shoday, Skales, and Mavo on his debut album ‘Camisa 10’

Grammy-winning Nigerian-British singer Talay Riley dies at 35 after fatal London stabbing

Niniola Pays Emotional Tribute to Late Husband Michael Ndika: “He Was the Engine Behind My Success”

Davido & Ayra Starr featured on the official FIFA 2026 World Cup album

Nigerian entertainment industry giants gather to say goodbye to Alex Ekubo

Nollywood actor Okiki Adesina dies after a tragic car accident

10 roles that secured Alexx Ekubo’s legacy in Nollywood

Filmmaker Lancelot Imasuen recalls giving Alexx Ekubo his first movie role, calls his death “Devastating and Unbelievable”

Uzor Arukwe’s ‘Best Lead Actor’ win was one of the night’s biggest surprises

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni settle legal dispute over ‘It Ends With Us’ production ahead of trial

‘Dances With Wolves’ actor Nathan Chasing Horse sentenced to life in prison for sexual assault convictions

Paramount Pictures, Nile Entertainment seal West African deal for ‘Children of Blood and Bone’

Court orders Bill Cosby to pay $19M to former waitress in 1972 sexual assault case

Valerie Perrine, Oscar-nominated actress and ‘Superman’ star, dies at 82 after battle with Parkinson’s disease

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