Angélique Kidjo makes history on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Angélique Kidjo

By  Beatrice Materu

Journalist

Mwananchi Communication Limited

What you need to know:

  • On 3 July 2025, the Beninese-born icon was announced as one of the newest inductees into the Walk of Fame’s Class of 2026, becoming the first African artiste ever to receive the honour in the recording category.

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