The omission of these 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 international recognition of Africa’s cultural and musical influence. Instead, they typically prioritise international art
In 2015, Tanzanian musician Diamond Platnumz received the MTV Europe Music Award for Best Africa, Middle East and India Act, propelling him to global music stardom. ‘Sweet Mother’ became a pan-African anthem and one of many best-selling African songs of all time. Mdundo can be working with prime partners across Africa including Vodacom, MTN, Ai
Taarab music is a vibrant fusion of pre-Islamic Swahili tunes presented in rhythmic poetic type, enriched with Arab-style melodies. It is very well-liked, notably among women, and is deeply ingrained in the social life of the Swahili people along the coastal areas, notably in Zanzibar, Tanga, Mombasa, and Malindi alongside the Kenyan coast. The aff