UP & RUNNIN6: Stonebwoy racing through Afro-Dancehall’s fast lane

Ghanaian superstar Stonebwoy has returned with his sixth studio album, UP & RUNNIN6 – a project that sees the artiste continuing to refine his signature ‘Afro-dancehall’ sound.  While the album title promises forward momentum, longtime fans may find themselves in familiar territory as Stonebwoy delivers another collection of commercially-minded tracks blending African pop with reggae…

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Nasty C becomes first South African hip hop artist to surpass 100 million Spotify streams

Nasty C has officially become the first South African hip-hop solo artist to surpass 100 million streams on Spotify, marking it a groundbreaking moment for Mzansi’s hip-hop scene. This accomplishment is not only a personal triumph but also speaks volumes about the impact of streaming when it comes to African music. The accessibility of platforms…

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Kendrick Lamar Earns 7 Grammy Award Nominations With ‘Not Like Us’ Racking 5 Noms

The Kendrick marathon continues. On Friday, November 8, the Recording Academy revealed the full list of nominees for the 67th annual Grammy Awards, set to be held in February 2025.   Kendrick Lamar emerged as hip-hop’s leading contender with a remarkable seven nominations. His hit single, “Not Like Us,” has been recognized in five major…

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Explosive fallout at ‘The Mommy Club: Sugar & Spice’ part two reunion as Neetasha walks off set

The explosive second part of“The Mommy Club: Sugar & Spice” reunion left viewers buzzing as Neetasha Singh Bugwandin abruptly walked off set, citing harassment and disrespect from her co-stars Naliyani Uma. In her first interview since the reunion, Neetasha sheds light on the real reason behind her decision to leave and the emotional toll the…

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Ringo Madlingozi to host live YouTube show celebrating his Lifetime Achievement Award at the 30th Samas

South African music legend Ringo Madlingozi is set to connect with his fans in a momentous way as he prepares to host a live show on YouTube. This special event commemorates his remarkable achievement of receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 30th South African Music Awards (Samas). Known for his soulful sound and inspirational…

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Man City’s Ortega receives first Germany call-up

Manchester City goalkeeper Stefan Ortega has been called up to Germany for the first time, after coach Julian Nagelsmann on Thursday named his Nations League squad. The 32-year-old was called up alongside Stuttgart’s Alexander Nuebel and Hoffenheim’s Oliver Baumann as goalkeepers in the 23-man squad. Germany’s number one goalkeeper, Barcelona’s Marc-Andre Ter Stegen, is still…

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Green Africa Youth Organization (GAYO) from Ghana Wins Earthshot Prize

The 2024 Earthshot Prize Winners were announced at a star-studded awards ceremony in Cape Town, South Africa, hosted by Emmy, Grammy and Tony Award winner Billy Porter and award-winning television presenter Bonang Matheba. The 2024 Winners, selected from this year’s 15 Earthshot Finalists, will be awarded £1 million each to accelerate and scale their game-changing…

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The Michael Jackson HIStory Show brings the King of Pop to South Africa

The King of Pop returns to South Africa—brought to life by the incredible talent of Garth Field in “The Michael Jackson HIStory Show”. This internationally-renowned tribute to the legendary Michael Jackson is set to captivate fans across Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban, wrapping up a highly successful tour that’s thrilled audiences in New Zealand, Australia,…

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