The Beninese legend discusses the inspiration behind her latest album HOPE!!, honouring her mother while continuing a decades-long journey of musical exploration and connection
Africa cannot afford leaders disconnected from the demands of its people, the global political economy and the continent’s emerging role in world affairs
Film paints a strong picture of Nigerian activist and feminist but neglects her personal life
The Mail & Guardian asked some of our favourite musicians and critics what they thought of the list and to tell us which three South African albums they believed should be on…
Charles Leonard has picked 28 of his favourite songs from our continent. Be ready to be entertained, surprised and hopefully thrilled by his celebratory selection of old and new…
Mabuta’s second album is a colourful sonic experience, inspired by the sounds of Africa.
South African artists found a musical identity and a way to code political messages in the anxious 80s
Antony Kaminju shares his experience of making a photo of the Roving Bantu Kitchen’s Sifiso Ntuli
Cameroonian songwriter, saxophonist and all-round musician, Manu Dibango has been here for centuries, and he ain’t goin’ away any time soon
M&G sat down with ‘Old Man Ebro’ during his Apple Music trip to SA, to see what a few minutes of conversation could produce. Apparently, a lot…
Film festival screens documentaries of several celebrities and some local artists
A traveller returns home to warm familiarities seen through the eyes of universality
Family dynasties of musical legends allow us to vicariously indulge our nostalgia – but, surely, there’s a purpose beyond that.
Ghanaian American artist Abena Koomson on life, art and the unifying power of Afrobeat originator Fela Kuti’s music.
A doccie about legendary musician Fela Kuti’s life and politically-charged music has just been released.
Fifteen years after his death, the man who was a thorn in the side of officials in Nigeria has been honoured by the authorities with whom he tangled.
Seun Kuti shares his views on politics, the Egypt 80 big band and the long shadow cast by his father.
After years of furthering her family’s tradition of activism, Yemisi Ransome-Kuti decided to take her struggle to the campaign trail.
An award-winning American musical based on Fela Kuti’s life has been lavishly praised. But the production has been hit with a $5-million lawsuit.
Fela! brings the story of African superstar Fela Anikulapo Kuti to the mainstream.
