17+ hour, 47+ min ago  (346+ words) Music In Africa | Ferre Gola signs expanded Sony Music catalogue partnership ahead of tour Congolese musician Ferre Gola has expanded his partnership with Sony Music Entertainment through an exclusive catalogue agreement covering some of his most recognised works, marking a…...

15+ hour, 15+ min ago  (518+ words) Music In Africa | ALEC 2026 in Joburg spotlights push to strengthen Africa's live entertainment sector The African Live Entertainment Conference (ALEC) 2026 convened in Johannesburg, South Africa, from 23 to 25 April, bringing together a wide cross-section of industry leaders spanning music, live events,…...

4+ day, 11+ hour ago  (266+ words) UK-based label World Circuit Records is set to reissue Savane, the final solo studio album by late Malian musician Ali Farka Tour, on 29 May. The reissue forms part of the label's 40th anniversary celebrations and will launch a series of colour…...

4+ day, 18+ hour ago  (332+ words) Denmark-based Ghanaian percussionist and singer Ayi Solomon is set to receive the Ben Webster Foundation's Honorary Award in recognition of his contribution to the Danish jazz scene. The award will be presented during the foundation's annual ceremony at Bartof Station…...

5+ day, 21+ hour ago  (471+ words) The MTV Staying Alive Foundation has rebranded as Shuga Global, marking the end of its 27-year association with Paramount and signalling a broader expansion of its partnerships and content strategy. The announcement was made during a launch event held at…...

6+ day, 17+ hour ago  (267+ words) Prepare for an explosive long weekend as Ultra South Africa 2026 transforms Johannesburg and Cape Town into world-class dancefloor destinations. Doors for both cities open at 14: 00, with the high-octane energy pulsing until 02: 00 the following morning. The Stages & Their Sonic Journeys The…...

6+ day, 18+ hour ago  (354+ words) South African hip hop enters a new phase with the release of three lead singles from YONDA WAY VOL. 1: "YONDA, "Goliwood Living and "She Just Wanna Party. The tracks mark the start of what is being described as the YONDA…...

6+ day, 19+ hour ago  (189+ words) The Africa Live Entertainment Conference (ALEC) 2026 is scheduled to take place in Johannesburg, South Africa, from 23 to 25 April, bringing together figures from the music, live events, touring, policy and investment sectors to discuss the future of Africa's live entertainment industry....

6+ day, 17+ hour ago  (514+ words) South African soul singer Lira returned to the stage at Gold Reef City on 18 April with a deeply personal one-woman show that placed vulnerability and recovery at the centre of the performance. Rather than presenting a polished comeback narrative, the…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (313+ words) By Mandla Mhlongwa, Collins Matsepe and George Seloane Apple Music has announced a new group of African artists selected for its Up Next artist development programme, highlighting emerging talent from South Africa, Nigeria, Ghana and East Africa. The latest cohort…...