When people say African music is having a “global moment,” they are often talking about only a small part of the continent.

Uche Aghulor’s journey from a local choir to international acclaim is a story of technical mastery and a mission to elevate African classical music on the world stage. Her journey, which has taken her ...

The All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) in partnership with the African Union Commission (AUC) is set to host The Diamond Party and Prize Presentation on Wednesday, June 3, at Voyage Lagos, Nigeria, as ...

Rema claimed three major awards, including Artiste of the Year, Best Male Artist in Western Africa, and Best African R&B & Soul The full list of 2026 AFRIMA winners includes major Nigerian acts like ...

The 2025 Grammy Awards were a defining moment for Nigerian music, as Tems made history by winning her second Grammy. This achievement not only celebrated her extraordinary talent but also highlighted ...

Fans of Nigerian artist CKay received a welcome gift in late January: the singer released his latest song, “Badminton.” It’s a high-energy, melodic track with an infectious sound. The song, which has ...

"Wizkid is a symbol of hope," the HBO documentary's trailer declares HBO Max; Jo Hale/WireImage A new HBO documentary explores the impact of Wizkid's music — internationally and in his native Nigeria ...

*The Golden Globes weren’t the only awards show that went down on Sunday. The 9th All Africa Music Awards wrapped up Sunday night in Lagos with Nigerian artists taking home major honors. Burna Boy, ...

When Nigerians talk about “Japa” — Yoruba slang for escape — they’re referring to the growing wave of young people seeking opportunities abroad. In Canada, especially in Toronto, that movement is ...

Famous South African rapper, Nasty C, has credited Nigerian singer Wizkid for the global reception of African music. Speaking during a podcast ...

South African rapper Nsikayesizwe David Junior Ngcobo, popularly known as Nasty C, has praised Nigerian singer, Wizkid, for promoting African music on a global scale.The artist, while speaking during ...