From Azonto to Shaku Shaku: African Dance Moves That Travelled the World
African dance moves have become a dominant force in global pop culture, fuelled by the rise of social media and the unstoppable momentum of Afrobeats and other African genres. What started as spontaneous expressions in neighbourhoods, schoolyards, and busy street corners has become a global movement. From the early 2010s to today, dance styles born […]
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 […]
10 Defining Musical Collaborations Between Africa & the World
A look at the cross-cultural features that show how Africa has re-written the soundtrack of global pop
Venues Shaping Nairobi’s Creative Culture
From urban rooftops to lush garden settings to cavernous basements, these are the venues at Nairobi’s cultural vanguard
Future of Music 2025
Meet This Year’s Future of Music Cover Stars
32° East is a Sanctuary for Visual Arts in Uganda
The non-profit arts trust centers artist-led programming, infrastructure and unrestricted creative expression
MTV Shuga Returns to Kenya
Premiering on May 13th, MTV Shuga Mashariki marks a bold new chapter for the award-winning series
HOMECOMING Festival Returns With Bold, New Era
A four-day celebration of fashion, music, art, sports, and culture.
The Enchanting Rhythms of Guinea-Bissau’s Carnival: A Celebration of Soul and Spirit
Bathing its shores with the bluest waters of the Atlantic Ocean lies a small nation on the coast of West Africa, surrounded by voices in both Wolof and Pular, known as Guinea-Bissau. For three days, from March 2nd to March 4th, the capital city, Bissau, pulsed with life in a celebration so grand that time […]
