Highlights:

  • Rema, Afrobeat Artist, Appears in a Commercial Alongside Michael Jordan via Sportsbrief
  • Ayra Starr embarks on '21: The World Tour' via Uproxx
  • Nasty C and Zack Tabudlo Collaborate on New Single "Fallin'" with Coke Studio™ via African Business
  • Mr. Eazi Hints at Debut Album With 'Chop Time, No Friend' Video via Rollingstone
  • Tems Joins Grammy-winning lineup for DSTV 10th Delicious International Food and Music Festival via The SouthAfrican
  • NIVEA Nigeria Commemorates the Beauty of Radiance in Every Shade via The Guardian
  • South Africa Will Host AfroFuture Fest in September via YMZ
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Rema, Afrobeat Artist, Appears in a Commercial Alongside Michael Jordan

Image Credit: John Henry

Rema, an Afrobeats sensation, reunites with NBA legend Michael Jordan in a new commercial featuring him alongside NBA players like Luka Doncic, Gabby Williams, Teyana Taylor, Ryota Brown, Zion Williamson, and Jayson Tatum. Rema previously headlined the NBA All-star game halftime show in Utah, spreading the Afrobeats gospel of Africa's popular music genre.

Check it out on Sportsbrief

Ayra Starr Embarks on '21: The World Tour'

Image Courtesy of Darling Nigeria

Ayra Starr, known for her collaborations with Wizkid and Kelly Rowland, is embarking on her first headlining tour, 21: The World Tour. The tour will span North America, Africa, Australia, and Europe, beginning in Houston on July 27. The singer announced the tour on Instagram and tickets are now available for purchase. The tour includes various stops in major cities across the continents.

Check it out on Uproxx

Nasty C and Zack Tabudlo Collaborate on New Single 'Fallin' with Coke Studio™

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Nasty C. Photo Credit: Artist's IG page

South African Nasty C and Philippines Zack Tabudlo have released their first collaboration song, 'Fallin', on Coke Studio, Coca-Cola's global music platform. The platform celebrates human connection and diversity, bringing artists from around the world together. The performance video is available on the Coke Studio YouTube channel. The release follows Sam Smith's "Perfect" and reflects upcoming global artists' collaborations on the platform, curated in collaboration with Universal Music Group.

Check it out on African Business

Mr. Eazi Hints at Debut Album With 'Chop Time, No Friend' Video

Image Courtesy of Mr. Eazi's page

Mr. Eazi, an Afropop star, has unveiled the music video for his upcoming debut album, set to release on October 27. The video, shot in Dakar, Senegal, features local artists and embodies the spirit of living in the present moment. Eazi's collaboration with KillBeatz and Andre Vibez combines Afrobeats elements with influences from Black and Latin diasporas, solidifying his position as a global leader in the genre's expansion.

Check it out on Rollingstone

Tems Joins Grammy-winning lineup for DSTV 10th Delicious International Food and Music Festival

Photo Credit: Ronan Mckenzie

DStv celebrates its 10th-anniversary with the lineup announcement for the annual DStv Delicious International Food and Music Festival. The event, scheduled for September 23-24 at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, will feature three international acts, including Grammy winners Maxwell and Zakes Bantwini, along with Nigerian artist Tems. Fans are excited about the diverse lineup, and last year's headliner, Burna Boy, will also perform at FNB Stadium.

Check it out on The SouthAfrican

NIVEA Nigeria Commemorates the Beauty of Radiance in Every Shade

Beverly Naya at the NIVEA Nigeria Launch. Credit: NIVEA Nigeria

NIVEA Nigeria launches the Radiant & Beauty range, catering to melanin-rich skin tones. The product line is developed by skin experts and contains natural oils, vitamins, and SPF for glowing, even-toned skin. Celebrated personalities, including Beverly Naya and Linda Ejiofor-Suleiman, endorse the range, celebrating the diversity of Nigerian women. NIVEA aims to address dryness, ashy skin, and stretch marks with their new formulation, available nationwide.

Check it out on The Guardian

South Africa Will Host AfroFuture Fest in September

Image courtesy of Afrofuture

AfroFuture Fest, previously known as Afrochella, is set to return to South Africa on September 30th at a new venue in Johannesburg. The festival celebrates African diaspora culture with musical performances, art displays, fashion showcases, and culinary offerings. South Africa's rich cultural heritage and creative scene make it an ideal host.

Check it out on YMZ

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