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Tems Set to Illuminate the Global Stage at AFROPUNK Brasil 2025

Nigerian singer and songwriter Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, is preparing for a defining moment in her career this November as she takes the stage at AFROPUNK Brasil 2025 in Salvador, Bahia. The event is scheduled for November 9, 2025, at the Parque de Exposições de Salvador. Tems’ participation in AFROPUNK Brasil is particularly significant because it represents her first-ever performance at the influential festival, a celebration of Black […]

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Mr Eazi Drops New EP ‘Maison Rouge’

Nigeria-born, Ghana-raised Mr Eazi has unveiled his latest project, a seven-track EP titled Maison Rouge. Released on October 29, 2025 via his own imprint emPawa Africa, Maison Rouge is described as “an intimate homecoming to his Banku Music roots”, blending nostalgia with refined modernity. Mr Eazi has been a key figure in the Afrobeats and Banku Music movements. Banku Music, a term he coined, speaks to a fusion of Ghanaian […]

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Don Jazzy Reveals His Secret to Spotting Stars: “It’s Not Just About the Music, It’s About the Vessel”

Nigerian music mogul and Mavin Records founder Don Jazzy has opened up about the philosophy guiding his discovery of new artists, and it’s not just about their sound. The legendary producer explained that his success in identifying and nurturing some of Africa’s biggest talents comes down to one key factor: the vessel behind the music. Don Jazzy has long been hailed as one of Africa’s most influential music executives. From co-founding […]

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Tiwa Savage Confesses She Didn’t Like Being African Growing Up

Nigerian superstar Tiwa Savage opened up recently at the “Unstoppable Africans” event about a deeply personal journey: while growing up in London, she admitted she “was not happy being African”. That confession landed amid a broader discussion about the rise of Afrobeats and African cultural identity. Tiwa recounted how, as a young girl in the U.K., being African carried a weight she initially rejected. In her words, the negative stereotypes […]

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Gospel star Tim Godfrey breaks silence days after backlash over collab with Afrobeats’ Oxlade

Nigeria gospel singer, Tim Godfrey has broken his silence over his latest single Infinity, which features Nigerian singer Oxlade. The song appears as part of his upcoming album titled No Label. Several days after the single’s release, critics from the Christian community and fans of traditional gospel music voiced strong discomfort. The crux of the criticism: Oxlade,  known for his secular hits and linked in the past to a recorded […]

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Burna Boy’s “City Boys” Goes Gold in the U.S

Burna Boy’s hit single “City Boys” has officially been certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Released in 2023 as part of his acclaimed album I Told Them…, City Boys has become one of the standout anthems of Burna Boy’s recent discography, blending his signature Afro-fusion sound with the swagger and confidence that have become hallmarks of his music. This certification, which marks over 500,000 units sold […]

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Lojay’s Hit Single Monalisa Earns Gold RIAA Certification

Nigerian stars Lojay and Sarz have scored another major international milestone as their smash hit Monalisa featuring American singer Chris Brown has officially been certified Gold in the United States. Originally dropped in June 2021 as part of the collaborative EP LV N ATTN with producer Sarz, the song has exceeded its initial expectations and pushed Lojay’s career into new international territory. The single blends Afrobeats, Amapiano elements and Yoruba/Pidgin touches; […]

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Why Olamide Refused to Rap in English

When conversations about Nigerian hip-hop legends arise, Olamide Gbenga Adedeji, popularly known as Olamide consistently emerges at the top of the list. From his breakout in the early 2010s to building a cultural empire and discovering new stars, Olamide has become one of the most influential figures in African music. In a recent interview with BBC Radio 1Xtra, hosted by Eddie Kaddi, Olamide opened up about one of the defining […]

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Awaab’s Law Comes into Force: Millions of Tenants Protected from Dangerous Mould and Unsafe Homes

Landmark reforms to protect social housing tenants has come into effect from 27 October, compelling landlords to fix dangerous conditions swiftly and prevent further tragedies. Millions of tenants across England will soon benefit from safer, healthier homes as the first phase of Awaab’s Law comes into force. The new rules, introduced on Monday 27 October, will require social landlords to take urgent action to repair dangerous conditions or face legal […]

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