Universal Music Group (UMG) has announced a collaboration with technology company NVIDIA to develop AI-driven tools for music discovery, creation, and fan engagement. The partnership will leverage ...

Universal Music Group (UMG) has appointed James Steven as executive vice President and chief communications officer, effective 26 January.

Soundstripe has partnered with Abu Dhabi-based independent music company PopArabia to run a series of songwriting camps aimed at artists and songwriters from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), ...

Amapiano artist Kabza De Small is once again the most streamed South African artist, with nearly 200 million streams.

The acoustic guitar became popular in Africa during the 20th century, with musicians embracing and adapting the instrument. They used their musical traditions to create original styles that ...

Afrobeats’ enduring popularity remains a source of pride for West Africa and the entire continent. Its global growth is undeniable, prompting top international artists to seek collaborations with ...

By Tsosheletso Chidi Lebowa means north, as in a direction, a place, and a name that carries pride for the Bapedi people. To say lebowa is to claim our roots in the north of South Africa, in Limpopo, ...

For many years, male musicians, producers, and executives have controlled most of Africa’s music industry, making it twice as difficult for women to get recognition and equal opportunities. But there ...

Recorded music revenues in Sub-Saharan Africa grew by 22.6% in 2024, surpassing US$100 million for the first time and reaching US$110 million, according to the International Federation of the ...

While established artists such as DJ Maphorisa, Kabza De Small, Tyler ICU, and Kelvin Momo remain at the forefront, a wave of new amapiano talent is emerging, both as solo artists and collaborators on ...

African pop has become an undeniable force on the global stage, creating superstars whose influence stretches far and wide. As 2024 winds down, it leaves a year rich with artistic triumphs and global ...

The South African music industry and the success of its musicians are deeply dependent on the protection of their intellectual property (IP). For musicians, their ...