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Nominees at the Basadi Music Awards 2026

by Boluwatife June 26, 2026

Basadi Music Awards 2026: Full Nominee List Revealed

Basadi Music Awards 2026 Nominees Span The Continent The Basadi Music Awards 2026 nominees were announced online on June 18. Categories cover artists, media personalities, and industry professionals across Africa. AfrobeatsGlobal pulled the full breakdown so you don't have…

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by Boluwatife June 25, 2026

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SAMA32 Nominees Announcement Set For June 25

The SAMA32 nominees announcement lands on June 25, 2026. Organizers will reveal shortlisted artists, albums, and producers during a hybrid event. AfrobeatsGlobal expects this year's list to be especially competitive. The ceremony itself happens later in North West Province on…

Prince Kaybee DJ set after signing with PLAYY Records

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by Boluwatife June 25, 2026

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Prince Kaybee Signs With PLAYY Records, New Single

Prince Kaybee just leveled up. A new label deal means a whole new chapter for one of Afro house's biggest names. South African producer Prince Kaybee has signed with international label PLAYY Records. The Prince Kaybee PLAYY Records partnership…

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by Boluwatife June 24, 2026

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Muneyi’s Shumela Venda Is A Living Archive

Muneyi Shumela Venda Living Archive Rewrites History Muneyi isn't just making music. He is building an archive, and Shumela Venda may be the most important record South Africa has heard this year. South African artist Muneyi released Shumela Venda…

Joya Mooi poses for her EP All The Things

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by Boluwatife May 29, 2026

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Joya Mooi Opens Up About Her New EP ‘All The Things’

What does it mean to truly let go? For Dutch-South African artist Joya Mooi, that question became the entire theme of her latest EP. All The Things dropped in 2026, and it hits differently. AfrobeatsGlobal has been watching her story closely, and…

Tyla wins Best Afrobeats Artist and Social Song of the Year at the 2026 American Music Awards

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by Boluwatife May 26, 2026

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Tyla Wins Double at the 2026 AMAs: Best Afrobeats Artist and Social Song of the Year

Tyla is not slowing down for anyone. At the 52nd American Music Awards held on 25 May 2026 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, the South African superstar walked away with two awards in one night. She won Best…

Lloyiso will perform at Sunset Music Series Walter Sisulu Botanical Garden 2026

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by Boluwatife May 22, 2026

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Sunset Music Series 2026 returns to Walter Sisulu Botanical Garden Johannesburg

One of South Africa's most beloved outdoor concert series is back for 2026. The Sunset Music Series has returned to the Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden in Johannesburg with a lineup that includes Lloyiso, Matthew Mole, Spoegwolf, and more. Tickets are already…

Zolani Mahola's XhosaNostra single artwork 2026

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by Boluwatife May 21, 2026

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Zolani Mahola Signs With Virgin Music Group and Announces New Single ‘XhosaNostra’

South African artist Zolani Mahola just signed a global deal with Virgin Music Group. Her first single under the partnership, XhosaNostra, is dropping June 4. This is a major moment for South African music on the world stage. Zolani Mahola Virgin Music…

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by Boluwatife April 24, 2026

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Chanel Lyrics by Tyla: Full Song Meaning

Have you been looking for Chanel lyrics by Tyla? You are not the only one. This release has become one of the most searched African songs online. Tyla keeps proving she knows how to make music that feels stylish…

Afrobeats vs. Amapiano: Which is bigger in 2026

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by Boluwatife April 21, 2026

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Afrobeats vs Amapiano: Which Is Bigger in 2026?

This debate has been getting louder every single year, and in 2026 it is more relevant than it has ever been. When you look at Afrobeats vs. Amapiano 2026, you are looking at two incredibly powerful African genres competing for the same…