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The African Designers Who Stole the Spotlight at the 2025 Met Gala

This year’s Met Gala was always going to make history, but it did so in more ways than expected, as several African designers made their debut on the iconic stairs of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

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Louddaaa Is Designing the Sound for Your Favorite Afrobeats Artists

The producer talks to OkayAfrica about his journey from sound engineering to producing, and how he’s orchestrated records for artists like Davido, Ayra Starr, Simi, Magixx, and more.

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Ayra Starr Drops Sultry New Single “Gimme Dat” Featuring Wizkid

With a Latin Diamond plaque, BET nods, and a film debut, 2025 is shaping up to be the singer’s biggest year yet.

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Davido Balances Strong Execution and Purpose on ‘5ive’

The Nigerian Afrobeats superstar doubles down on his ability to make hits, favoring a level of familiarity that pays off positively.

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Catching Up With ‘Blown Boy’ Ruger

OkayAfrica talks to the Afrobeats star about his latest album, BlownBoy Ru, and how he’s carved his niche by blending Afrobeats and dancehall.

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Listen to Davido’s Highly-Anticipated New Album ‘5ive’

The Nigerian megastar releases a 17-song album featuring a long list of contributions from the likes of Victoria Monét, Shenseea, Omah Lay, Victony, Odumodublvck, Becky G and more.

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Listen to Burna Boy and Travis Scott’s Hypnotic New Single “TaTaTa”

Ahead of his forthcoming album, No Sign of Weakness, the Nigerian superstar continues in the fun direction of his recent singles.

Joeboy: From Star Signee to Budding Label Boss

The Nigerian music star sits down with media personality and journalist Joey Akan for a candid conversation in the Season 4 premiere of ‘Afrobeats Intelligence’ podcast, presented by OkayAfrica.

The African Designers Who Stole the Spotlight at the 2025 Met Gala

This year’s Met Gala was always going to make history, but it did so in more ways than expected, as several African designers made their debut on the iconic stairs of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Louddaaa Is Designing the Sound for Your Favorite Afrobeats Artists

The producer talks to OkayAfrica about his journey from sound engineering to producing, and how he’s orchestrated records for artists like Davido, Ayra Starr, Simi, Magixx, and more.

Burna Boy Releases a Seductive New Single “Sweet Love”

The Grammy winner swaps bravado for vulnerability on a reggae-tinged single that previews his eighth album, No Sign of Weakness.

The Best West African Songs Right Now

This month’s best songs from West Africa come from Côte d’Ivoire, Nigeria and Ghana.

The Best Afrobeats Songs Right Now

The Afrobeats movement was beautifully represented in April by a host of talented acts, including Davido, Ayra Starr, Chrystel, KiDi and more.

Femi Kuti Soundtracks a ‘Journey Through Life’ in His New Album

The Afrobeat legend talks to OkayAfrica about the making and familial themes of his eleventh studio album, Journey Through Life.

Ayra Starr Drops Sultry New Single “Gimme Dat” Featuring Wizkid

With a Latin Diamond plaque, BET nods, and a film debut, 2025 is shaping up to be the singer’s biggest year yet.

Davido Balances Strong Execution and Purpose on ‘5ive’

The Nigerian Afrobeats superstar doubles down on his ability to make hits, favoring a level of familiarity that pays off positively.

Youssou N’Dour Is Ready to Revitalise the Term ‘World Music’

In his latest album, Eclairer le Monde - Light The World, the Senegalese music legend creates a thrilling, sonically inventive reminder of his talents.

Catching Up With ‘Blown Boy’ Ruger

OkayAfrica talks to the Afrobeats star about his latest album, BlownBoy Ru, and how he’s carved his niche by blending Afrobeats and dancehall.

Tiwa Savage Teases Upcoming Album with R&B-Leaning Single, “You4Me”

The Nigerian superstar’s fourth studio album, 'This One is Personal,’ is scheduled for release this summer.

Listen to Davido’s Highly-Anticipated New Album ‘5ive’

The Nigerian megastar releases a 17-song album featuring a long list of contributions from the likes of Victoria Monét, Shenseea, Omah Lay, Victony, Odumodublvck, Becky G and more.

Malian Legend Salif Keita Is Trying Things Differently

The 75-year-old music icon from Mali is taking a brave, new approach to his work in his new album, So Kono.

Remembering Amadou Bagayoko of the Iconic Duo Amadou & Mariam

The beloved Malian guitarist and singer, who passed away at 70, turned a lifelong bond into transcendent music that defied borders, genres, and expectations.

Listen to Black Sherif’s Highly-Anticipated New Album, ‘Iron Boy’

The Ghanaian rapper’s sophomore album is a bold declaration of strength, success and self-discovery, packed with unforgettable moments.

Listen to Odumodublvck’s Surprise Mixtape ‘The Machine Is Coming’

The Nigerian rapper’s 16-song drop features appearances from Victony, Rondodasosa, Shallipopi, BOJ, and more.