On the deluxe version of her new album, R&B icon Ciara delivers a surprise Afrobeats-inspired collaboration. We’re diving into the moment Ciara taps Diamond Platnumz for ‘Low’ and the deeper cultural significance behind this powerful link-up.
AFTER PARTY: ESPECIAL BURNA BOY E LAURYN HILL
August 26, 2025O AFTER MAIS ESPERADO DE SETEMBRO!
Depois do furacão Burna Boy e Lauryn Hill no palco do The Town & o jogo da NFL no Brasil, a Africanize Party te convida pra continuar a noite no ritmo certo: no after oficial mais quente da cidade.
No dia 06 de setembro, a partir das 22h, o Cine Joia recebe uma noite inteira de celebração, dança e música boa, com sets de DJs que vão fazer a pista ferver. O line-up completo? Ainda é segredo… mas já adiantamos que vai pesado. A energia? Você já sabe: surreal.
Vai rolar muito Afrobeats, Amapiano, R&B, funk e aquela atmosfera que só a gente sabe entregar.
Zsongo – SEASON OPENING
August 26, 2025SUNDAY 14 SEPTEMBER 2025. ZSONGO’s new season is here!
A journey to awaken the real ZSONGO spirit.
WITH:
JULS 🇬🇧 , VIA SERI 🇬🇧 , DADDY CHULO 🇫🇷 , CHRIS COLLINS 🇪🇸 , IBRA (kora + drums ), MAMA AFRICA (soprano) TOYA K 🇫🇷 [AND OTHER SPECIAL GUESTS].
Season 3: A journey back home
Chapter 1: Zsongo spirit (The pulse of the drum)
Artwork: EKO GVAZAVA + LUCIA MARTINEZ.
Powered by: NYATHERA [gifting accessories for this event]
WELCOME BACK!!
NEO end of summer (Open Air Party)
August 25, 2025Get ready for the ultimate END OF SUMMER celebration!
On Friday, August 29th, NEO in collaboration with N’JOY is bringing you an unforgettable experience at GO Beach Club, Barcelona. From 16:30H to 22:30H, we’re closing out the season with good vibes, incredible music, and a community like no other.
Expect a fusion of sounds including Amapiano, Afrobeats, Afrohouse, Hip-Hop, RnB, Dancehall, powered by DJs who know how to keep the energy high.
Since 2022, NEO has been a hub for diversity, friendship, and cultural exchange in Barcelona and this special event is all about celebrating that spirit one last time before summer ends!
Rema’s ‘Kelebu’ is a Frenetic Ode to Global Dancefloors
August 1, 2025After a brief detour into R&B, Rema returns to his ‘Ravelord’ persona with ‘Kelebu.’ We’re breaking down the frenetic new single, its global influences, and the viral dance challenge that’s already taking over.
Unpacking the Strategy Behind Tyla’s New EP, ‘WWP’
July 25, 2025The world is watching Tyla’s every move after her ‘Water’ success. Her new four-track EP, ‘WWP’, is her first major statement since. We’re diving into the genre-blending tracks, the standout Wizkid feature, and what it all means for the South African superstar.
AfroPark Fest 2025
July 24, 2025Ladies & Gentlemen, Boys & Girls, all ages & backgrounds, we present to you AfroPark Fest 2025‼️ 🎡🍔🎶
Come prepared to shake a leg 💃🏻
Come prepared to enjoy different cultures 🤝🤝🏽🤝🏼🤝🏿
Above all, come prepared to enjoy yourself and have a wonderful experience 🥳
The Countdown Continues ⏱️
Tickets available on fatsoma 🎫
Soft Life Summer Party
July 24, 2025Soft Life Summer is officially here 🥳 and what better way to start it than a party in the sky ☀️
AFROFESTIVAL OTTAWA 2025
July 24, 20256TH ANNUAL AFROFESTIVAL OTTAWA 2025
Join thousands of Festival Goers for our 5th Annual Afrofestival Ottawa.
Date: Saturday September 6th and Sunday September 7th.
PLEASE NOTE: THERE ARE NO MORE FREE TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR SATURDAY.
YOU CAN PURCHASE FOR $30 FOR SATURDAY.
Time: 2pm to 11pm
AfroFestival Ottawa is a free, yearly Music and Arts festival that showcases the best of African culture and entertainment in the nation’s Capital.
This festival gives all Canadians a chance to experience the beauty and wonder of African culture and expression. It promotes a sense of integration and representation for African Canadians, and celebrates a culture that is often misunderstood or undervalued.
This festival highlights local artists who struggle to find opportunities to showcase themselves in the Ottawa music scene, and provides artisans of African fashion, goods and crafts with a chance to display their wares.
We strongly encourage you to get your free ticket now, Buy VIP Tickert to skip the line or get a table or booth to support this festival.
There is also a place for authentic African cuisine food vendors and restaurants to promote their businesses, sample and sell their food.
With live performances from both local and international artists, children’s activities and fashion shows, this is a festival the whole family can enjoy.
Last year was our 5th year and was in person at Mooney’s Bay Park, Over 10,000 people attended the Festival with Positive feed back, this year we plan to make it better and bigger.
This year, we are happy to announce that we will be hosting in person festival at our well known beach in OTTAWA on September 6th and 7th 2025.
Come have fun while discovering local talents and diverse African culture at our free festival.
From Local Beats to Global Anthems: The Rise of African Languages in Mainstream Pop
June 11, 2025Once sidelined in favour of Western accents and English lyrics, African languages like Yoruba, Pidgin, Zulu, and Lingala are now front and centre — and the world is listening. From the hypnotic beats of Afrobeats to the smoky pulse of Amapiano, African artists are no longer adapting to fit the global stage — they’re owning it in their mother tongues. This isn’t just a musical movement; it’s a cultural revolution, rewriting the rules of pop one lyric at a time.