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The gate don open again for African music. The All Africa Music Awards, AFRIMA, in partnership with African Union (AU) don announce say portal for 10th edition entries go officially open on October 11, 2026. The announce…
Ghanaian gospel singer Stacy Mense is gaining attention with her debut single, ‘W’ahyira Me’, a song centred on God’s goodness, blessings and the importance of trusting in His word. Released on July 13, 2026, the song is…
Fela Kuti’s Famous Albums Return for Their 50th Anniversary Nigerian music legend Fela Anikulapo-Kuti is receiving renewed attention as two of his famous albums, Zombie and Expensive Shit, get special 50th anniversary ed…
Nigerian singer Tems is set to executive-produce and curate the soundtrack for Children of Blood and Bone, an upcoming Hollywood fantasy film, contributing three original songs to the production. According to Punch Newsp…
CAF has wrapped up its three-day Strategy Conference in Santa Maria, on Sal Island, Cabo Verde, with a clear message: the 2026 World Cup was a starting point, not the finish line. What leaders discussed Presidents of all…
Mr Eazi and Ghanaian-American singer MOLIY have joined forces on “Comfort,” a new single blending Afrobeats, dancehall and R&B while bringing together two artists with strong connections to Ghana’s music scene. Released…
South African startup KhayaHR is using artificial intelligence to help employers find workers, verify their experience and manage employment more easily. Finding a job can be difficult for people whose skills and experie…
Na music industry gist wey big, but make we clear am from start — na submission, no be nomination yet. Nigerian stars Asake and Seun Kuti don submit six entries for consideration for the 69th Grammy Awards — 2027 Grammys…
WhatsApp Starts Charging Businesses Per Message: What Nigerian SMEs Need to Know Businesses using WhatsApp’s Business Platform now pays for customer service replies that were previously free. The change, which started fr…
Music executive and Mavin Records founder Don Jazzy has been unveiled as Betway’s new brand ambassador in Nigeria, marking a partnership between the betting brand and one of the country’s most recognisable entertainment…
DJ Khaled just made a lot of Ugandans very happy, and the post is still making the rounds. What he posted The American DJ and producer shared a photo with Juliana Kagwa, CEO of the Uganda Tourism Board, the agency that p…
-The indefinite strike declared by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has raised concerns about teachers' welfare, students' education and the relationship between organised labour a…
Kanayo O. Kanayo’s comments on actors’ fees have sparked debate about pay, experience and fairness as Ghanaian and Nigerian stars work together on a new movie. Veteran Nollywood actor Kanayo O. Kanayo has sparked a debat…
The main deal — wetin happen for Kano No be government money this time. Na private business enter football. Rafa Corporation, the company behind Rafa Detergents, don sign three-year shirt sponsorship deal with Kano Pilla…
Five weeks. That's how long Kweku Smoke has been sitting at No. 1 on the Apple Music Ghana chart, and honestly, that's not normal. His track Faith with Lasmid is still holding the top spot, and the crazy part? He's basic…
Where Do We Draw the Line? A viral video involving a final-year student at Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE), Rivers State, has sparked widespread discussion about academic integrity, lecturer accountability…
Joffy Is Alive: Management Debunks Death Rumours After Assault Nigerian TikToker and filmmaker Joseph Prince, popularly known as Joffy, is alive and receiving medical treatment following an assault, according to his mana…
The spread of false political information on social media is becoming a growing concern,as Nigeria prepares for the 2027 general elections. Materials such as Fabricated statements, manipulated photographs, misleading vid…
