The omission of those artistes from Grammy nominations suggests a persistent gap in how African music is evaluated and appreciated on the global stage. The debate over the Grammys is about more than just awards—it’s about world recognition of Africa’s cultural and musical influence. Instead, they typically prioritise worldwide artists, giving
This vibrant and upbeat song is a fusion of Tanzanian and Kenyan musical types, with Mimi Mars and Kagwe Mungai’s sultry vocals, catchy hooks, and energetic beats creating a feel-good anthem that has gained popularity across East Africa. The origins of bongo flava can be traced back to the Nineties, if not earlier than, when a gaggle of Tanzania
Taarab music is a vibrant fusion of pre-Islamic Swahili tunes introduced in rhythmic poetic type, enriched with Arab-style melodies. It is extremely popular, particularly among women, and is deeply ingrained within the social lifetime of the Swahili people alongside the coastal areas, notably in Zanzibar, Tanga, Mombasa, and Malindi alongside the K