How early producers turned Bongo Flava from experiment to national genre In the bustling streets of Dar es Salaam during the early 1990s, a musical revolution was quietly brewing.
PRIME All Hail the Queen: Lady Jaydee at 25 Years in Music She was once the daring young girl who broke into the boys' club of Bongo Flava with a mic, a mission, and unmatched moxie.
Ugandan film to open Zanzibar International Film Festival 2025 East Africa’s premier film and cultural event, is set to open with the Ugandan film Janani: The Last Stand
Tanzania’s Abigail Chams misses out on BET Award to Brazil's Ajuliacosta Abigail Chams had made history as the only female artist from East Africa to be nominated in this year’s Best New International Act category.
PRIME How Congolese rumba became East Africa’s most enduring sound When the crackling sounds of records by Franco Luambo and Tabu Ley Rochereau first reached East Africa’s coastlines in the 1950s, they carried more than melodies
Tanzania's Angela Ruhinda pens Netflix’s newest heist comedy, ‘Inside Job’ Tanzanian film producer and award-nominated scriptwriter Angela Ruhinda is once again making waves in the East African film scene, this time with a major Netflix release.
PRIME Abigail Chams: Tanzania’s newest voice breaking boundaries As the BET Awards MARK 25 years on June 9, Tanzanian star Abigail Chams emerges as a standout nominee
Tyla joins Rihanna, Cardi B on ‘Smurfs’ soundtrack South African sensation Tyla is making waves on the international music scene with her latest contribution to the upcoming Smurfs movie soundtrack.
Angell Mutoni, Wakazi to headline Hip Hop Asili Festival Rwandan rapper, poet, and singer-songwriter Angell Mutoni will headline this year’s Hip Hop Asili Festival, scheduled for June 27 and 28 at TASUBA College of Arts in Bagamoyo, Tanzania.
Sports broadcaster Oscar Oscar turns to music With more than 3.1 million followers across his social media platforms, Oscar Oscar's influence is substantial.
Eminem’s publisher sues Meta over alleged copyright breach The publisher alleges that although Meta was aware it needed a licence to use the tracks legally, it proceeded without securing one.
PRIME Zuchu confirms marriage to Diamond Platnumz Bongo Flava singer Zuchu has confirmed that she is legally married to fellow music star Diamond Platnumz, putting to rest months of speculation over the nature of their relationship.
PRIME Sheikh confirms officiating secret marriage between Diamond and Zuchu Sheikh Walid expressed concern over public perceptions that often associate celebrities with immoral behaviour, urging Tanzanians to celebrate the couple’s decision to formalise their relationship.
PRIME Diamond Platnumz weds Zuchu in intimate yet private Islamic ceremony Sources reveal the ceremony was attended only by close family and friends.
PRIME Jux and Priscilla: The wedding that made history One of the most visually stunning and creatively styled events in Tanzania’s entertainment scene this year was the wedding of celebrated artist Juma Jux and his wife, Priscilla.
