Tracks by Rema, Burna Boy and more were streaming in the billions, but hits are drying up. Stars and analysts across the African music industry fret about how to change course
In 2016, Afrobeats – the…
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From childhood staple to luxury food: how Nigeria’s jollof became too expensive to eat ⊕
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a story from The Guardian ⚠️ › International
High inflation and a cost of living crisis mean that the familiar favourite has become a rare Detty December treat for many in the country
In Lagos, the holiday season is well under way. For weeks, th…
9 months ago
New wave of African pride rises in the Caribbean ○
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From jollof rice in St Lucia to Afrobeats in Jamaica, islanders find new ways to embrace Africa.
11 months ago
J Hus review – rapper touched by genius can’t quite channel his energy ○
Royal Albert Hall, London
After a cancelled arena tour, expectations are high for J Hus’s return – but for all his swagger and melody, he ends up falling short due to sound issues and a lack of vision
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15 months ago
Can’t Get You Out of My Head: King Charles reveals love of Kylie’s music ○
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a story from The Guardian ⚠️ › International
Monarch shares soundtrack to his life, including disco, reggae and Afrobeats, to celebrate Commonwealth Day
Kylie has a legion of fans around the globe, but it might come as a surprise to many that th…
The Long Wave: Trinidad and Tobago carnival celebrates African roots ○
Soca veterans join forces with Afrobeats stars as the diaspora strengthens ties with the motherland. Plus, Angela Davis heads to London
Hello and welcome to The Long Wave. In our launch edition, I wro…
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