Apple Music has announced Nigerian selector, DJ Hacord, as this month’s Africa Now DJ Mix. “This Africa Now DJ Mix is a reflection of everything I truly love about the sound coming out of the African continent right now,” he tells Apple Music. “I selected tracks that blend Afrobeats, Amapiano and street pop, sounds that speak directly to the…
Apple Music launches inaugural Isgubhu DJ Mix series with Da Capo as the debut cover star
Apple Music has announced the launch of its inaugural Isgubhu DJ Mixs series. To celebrate this new initiative, legendary South African DJ and producer, Da Capo, will appear as the debut cover star, cementing his status as one of the world’s finest purveyors of Afro-House music. “My sound has evolved so much over the past decade, and I love being…
Khanyi Mbau Becomes First African to Be Nominated in Netflix’s Global Superlative Awards
South African screen siren and media personality Khanyi Mbau has made history, becoming the first African nominee in Netflix’s Global Superlative Awards, nominated under the fan-favourite category: “Main Character Energy.” This unprecedented nomination is more than an accolade, it signals a global shift. It is a celebration of African excellence, narrative power, and the impact…
GRAMMY-winning artist Burna Boy joins Apple Music’s Ebro Darden to celebrate the release of his eighth studio album No Sign of Weakness
GRAMMY-winning artist Burna Boy joins Apple Music’s Ebro Darden to celebrate the release of his eighth studio album No Sign of Weakness. During the interview, the Afrobeats singer talked about his experience creating the album and collaborating with iconic artists Shaboozey, Travis Scott, and The Rolling Stones. Video, key quotes and photos below. Please credit Ebro Darden on Apple Music 1….
Bleeding gums? Join the parodontax 1 Week Challenge to stop the bleed before it starts
Nearly 25% of South Africans over 15 years of age live with severe gum disease, according to a World Health Organisation report, November 2022. Yet many still ignore one of the earliest signs – bleeding gums – because they do not know enough about the condition to act. This is why Haleon, one of South Africa’s…
Apple Music’s Africa Now Radio with Nandi Madida this Friday with Ayo Maff
This Week’s Episode Features a Conversation With Ayo Maff and the 5 Hottest Tracks of the Week! Tune in to Africa Now Radio with Nandi Madida this Friday, June 27th at 9a Lagos/London / 10a Johannesburg/Paris / 1a LA / 4a NYC on Apple Music 1. Cover Star InterviewNigerian Afrobeats star Ayo Maff joins Nandi Madida via…
Homegrown Tech: STYLO Brings a Device Powerhouse to Mzansi without the Hefty Price Tag
PEP CELL has launched its latest device range: STYLO smartphones – devices designed to give South Africans more power, more speed and more creativity for less. And to prove it? The brand hosted an immersive experience in Cape Town, putting the device straight into the hands of the people who know content best: creators. This Wasn’t Your Typical…
SA Entrepreneurs are Rising Beyond Their Roots, But Growth Demands Support
SME confidence is climbing in 2025, with more business owners viewing the economy and government efforts as supportive of growth. But the pressure isn’t off. The latest Business Partners SME Confidence Index shows cash flow, economic conditions, and limited funding remain the top barriers. To overcome these, 86% of SMEs say access to finance is critical, 85%…
Gbedu Nights Debuts In Cape Town This Africa Month with an African Music Experience
A strictly Afrobeats and African music experience, ‘Gbedu Nights’, is officially spreading its wings to the stunning city of Cape Town. “Gbedu”, known as a Yoruba word meaning “Big Drum”, while its urban meaning is groove, vibes, fun and rhythm. Spokenpriestess (Afrobeats & Afro Pop DJ), Kat Upendi (Afrobeats & Alte Cruise DJ) and Boujeena (Afrobeats & Afro House DJ) are three phenomenal female DJs from Johannesburg that founded and curated the Gbedu Nights…
Nandi Madida Celebrates 100 Episodes of Africa Now Radio with Zakes Bantwini and Apple Music
Nandi Madida’s marked recently marked a significant milestone as she celebrates 100 episodes of Africa Now Radio on Apple Music 1. The star was surprised at a private dinner recently hosted by Apple Music with the likes of husband Zakes Batwini showing up to mark the moment. Since 2023, Nandi has led a sonic tour across Africa, interviewing…
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