How Lagos Became Africa’s Music Capital
Long before African music dominated global charts, the rhythm of innovation was already pulsing through the streets of Lagos. Now, the city stands as one of the most influential music hubs in the world, and it has become a place where new sounds are born and careers are launched But Lagos didn’t become Africa’s music […]
Music Festivals Turning African Cities into Global Destinations
Across Africa, a growing number of festivals are transforming cities into global hotspots, drawing visitors from different countries who arrive not just to enjoy music but to experience culture, nightlife, food, and community. What makes these festivals powerful isn’t just their lineups; it’s the atmosphere they create. The feeling that the entire city gathers together […]
Will Afrobeats Still Dominate in 10 Years?
The future of Africa’s biggest sound may not be about staying on top but evolving beyond borders.
Nigerian Artists Taking Over the World Right Now
Over the past decade, Nigerian artists have moved from regional stars to global forces, building international fanbases, breaking streaming records, winning notable awards, and headlining the world’s biggest stages. They generated over ₦60 billion (about $43.92 million) on Spotify in 2025 and topped Billboard charts on multiple occasions. What makes this artist stand out isn’t […]
Is Afrobeats Bigger Than Hip-Hop Now?
Hip-hop was the global language of youth culture for decades. It shaped so many things, including slang and even fashion. Hip-hop was more than music; it was a movement. It told stories of struggle, survival, ambition, and power, and no genre rivalled its global dominance for many years. But along the way, another sound, Afrobeats, […]
Unknown African Talents You Should Know Before They Blow
Before global fame, every superstar was once unknown. While global attention is fixed on established stars, a new generation of emerging talent is forming across Africa. They’re gaining traction regionally, earning industry recognition, and building audiences that stretch beyond borders. They may not yet dominate global charts, but their growth suggests future breakout success. These […]
‘Whatever You Dream About, You Bring About’: Nigeria’s Minister for Women’s Affairs Shares What Drives Her
A conversation with Nigeria’s Minister for Women’s Affairs on leadership, resilience, and the responsibility of opening doors for the next generation.
UK–Nigeria Leaders Spotlight Women’s Economic Power and Stronger Families at London SheThrives Launch
Leaders from Nigeria and the United Kingdom gathered together at the Raffles London at the OWO hotel on March 17, 2026, to launch SheThrives, a new initiative designed to support women-led businesses across Nigeria. Convened by the Federal Ministry of Women’s Affairs Nigeria in partnership with the Cherie Blair Foundation for Women and the Labour […]
African Music Stars Winning Globally
Not long ago, African music was only thriving locally. Now, it has gone global, with African stars breaking records like never before. From sold-out arenas in Europe to chart dominance in the United States, African music stars are no longer asking for space in global music conversations; they’re shaping them. What used to be a […]
The Don Jazzy Legacy: Power. Legacy. Sound.
There are few names in African music that echo with the same quiet thunder as Don Jazzy. He is not merely a producer or a hitmaker, he is an architect of culture, a builder of bridges between sound and spirit. From the earliest days of Mo’Hits to the golden reign of Mavin Records, Don Jazzy […]
