The world’s music pulse is changing, and its heartbeat is African. Once considered niche, African genres like Afrobeats and Amapiano have taken over global playlists. What’s exciting is that this ...

The African music landscape stands as a powerful testament to female innovation and influence. In recognition of Women's History Month, Spotify has highlighted some of the African female stars whose ...

Oluthando Keteyi In 2025, Zee Nxumalo stepped fully into her power, cementing her place in South African entertainment. Not just as a hitmaker, but as a cultural force whose influence stretched across ...

LONDON, May 13 (Thomson Reuters Foundation) - Leading African female musicians have recorded a video of songs and instrumental music, joining a "Poverty is Sexist" campaign to put women and girls at ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Sughnen Yongo is a Midwest writer covering Black women, pop culture. I have compiled a subjective, non-exhaustive list of 50 Black ...

Kierra Sheard came from a musical family. Her mother, Karen Sheard, and three aunts were part of the Grammy Award winning gospel girl group the Clark Sisters. At nine years old, she secured the Best ...

South African pop superstar Tyla had an incredible 2025 and further solidified her place on the global stage, also becoming ...

Los Angeles sparkled with intention and Black girl magic on June 2 as some of the most influential names in entertainment gathered for the inaugural Black Women in Music dinner. Hosted by the Connie ...

These eight women aren’t just charting, they are changing how the world hears Africa. Each one carries a distinct sound, story, and spirit. Once considered niche, African genres like Afrobeats and ...