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Nigeria: Decemberissavybe – How Firstbank Made Yuletide the Season of Music, Memories and Magic, By Bolaji Israel

Zimbabwe: The Voice Demystifying Chipinge’s Links to Juju

Malawi: Ombudsman to Probe Cosoma Rot – Board Members Accused of Looting Copyright Fund

21st August 2025

[Nyasa Times] A storm is brewing in Malawi's creative sector after outraged artists petitioned the Office of the Ombudsman, accusing the Copyright Fund Committee of shameless abuse of power and corruption in the allocation of grants.

Malawi: Editorial – Shame On You Cosoma Board Members, Pay Back Stolen Funds

21st August 2025

[Nyasa Times] It is beyond shameful that the very institution tasked with protecting Malawian artists--the Copyright Society of Malawi (COSOMA)--has become a playground for greed and self-enrichment. Recent revelations that board members, including Chairperson Bishop Chimwemwe Mhango, Wendy Harawa, and Deborah Ntopa, awarded themselves grants from the Copyright Fund is nothing short of daylight robbery.

South Africa: Ladysmith Black Mambazo At 56 Embrace the Harmony of Change

21st August 2025

[Daily Maverick] The multi-award-winning and iconic ensemble's collaboration with Nduduzo Makhathini and Mbuso Khoza is yet another reminder of their timelessness.

South Africa: The Samas Turn Up The Volume – SaAMA31 Nominee Reveal Set To Be A Showstopping Spectacle

21st August 2025

[South African Music Awards] The Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA) is turning up the heat this Women's Month with a nominee reveal worthy of the nation's biggest music stage. The 31st Annual South African Music Awards (SAMAs) will officially announce its glittering list of nominees in a live-streamed event on 28 August 2025, from 18h00-19h30, broadcast exclusively on the SAMA YouTube channel and social media platforms.

Uganda: Ugatunes – Helping Independent Artists Thrive With Digital Music Distribution

21st August 2025

[Nile Post] The music industry has changed. Independent artists no longer need record labels or big budgets to share their music with the world. With UgaTunes, digital distribution puts that power directly in the hands of creators, helping artists release music globally, collect royalties, and grow their careers without losing ownership.

South Africa: World-Famous Soweto Music School Faces Funding Crisis

21st August 2025

[GroundUp] Buskaid Soweto String Ensemble may not survive past February next year

Zimbabwe: Jazz Storms the Zambezi As Global Stars Hit Zimbabwe Stage

19th August 2025

[263Chat] An international line-up of jazz musicians is set to take centre stage in Zimbabwe and Zambia this September with the launch of a cross-cultural residency, The Frank Salis Experience - The Zambezi Sessions.

Zimbabwe: Winky D’s ‘Tete-a-Tete’ Concert Ignites Early Excitement

19th August 2025

[New Zimbabwe] Excitement is building ahead of dancehall kingpin Winky D's much-anticipated concert, scheduled for Alex Sports Club on August 30.

Uganda: Afrigo Band At 50 Stanbic-Sponsored Concert Sales Out

19th August 2025

[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Not even the rain could dampen the spirit of celebration as thousands of cross generation revelers braved the evening downpour to witness Uganda's oldest and most celebrated band, Afrigo, mark its golden jubilee in style. The concert was a true testament to music, love, and loyalty as fans turned up in overwhelming numbers to celebrate 50 years of Afrigo's legacy.

Nigeria: Fela and Food – How Lagos Restaurants Are Serving Up the Music Star’s Legacy

18th August 2025

[The Conversation Africa] In Lagos, Nigeria's commercial and creative capital, food is doing something unusual. It's keeping alive the spirit of a musician.

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Nigeria: Decemberissavybe – How Firstbank Made Yuletide the Season of Music, Memories and Magic, By Bolaji Israel

Zimbabwe: The Voice Demystifying Chipinge’s Links to Juju

Malawi: Ombudsman to Probe Cosoma Rot – Board Members Accused of Looting Copyright Fund

Malawi: Editorial – Shame On You Cosoma Board Members, Pay Back Stolen Funds

South Africa: Ladysmith Black Mambazo At 56 Embrace the Harmony of Change

South Africa: The Samas Turn Up The Volume – SaAMA31 Nominee Reveal Set To Be A Showstopping Spectacle

Uganda: Ugatunes – Helping Independent Artists Thrive With Digital Music Distribution

South Africa: World-Famous Soweto Music School Faces Funding Crisis

Zimbabwe: Jazz Storms the Zambezi As Global Stars Hit Zimbabwe Stage

Zimbabwe: Winky D’s ‘Tete-a-Tete’ Concert Ignites Early Excitement

Uganda: Afrigo Band At 50 Stanbic-Sponsored Concert Sales Out

Nigeria: Fela and Food – How Lagos Restaurants Are Serving Up the Music Star’s Legacy

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