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Benga fans gather in Tanzania to honour icon Daniel Owino Misiani
Fans of late Benga legend Daniel Owino Misiani are marking 20 years since his death with celebrations in Kenya and Tanzania, culminating in a major tribute event in his native Shirati Village.
By Ben Ahenda
2026-05-17 10:27:51
Machakos Town Choir emerged as a pioneering force in Kenyan gospel music, blending biblical storytelling with African rhythms to shape the genre’s identity and inspire generations.
By Mike Kihaki
2026-04-05 11:55:52
Cosmas Chidimule, former DDC Mlimani Park Orchestra star, has successfully transitioned to gospel music and preaching, continuing to inspire fans across Tanzania and beyond.
By Ben Ahenda
2026-03-22 12:05:31
Congolese rhumba star Nana Akumu reflects on a five-decade career that took her from Eastern Zaire to European stages, as she balances music, motherhood and a legacy.
By Ben Ahenda
2026-02-22 10:01:55
Orchestra Super Mazembe reflects on five decades of musical legacy, resilience after the loss of its founders, and plans for an upcoming UK tour under the leadership of Longwa Ngoi.
By Ben Ahenda
2026-02-15 09:31:46
Some of Les Wanyika's popular songs from that era include Wazazi, Barua Yako, Tamaa Mbaya, Sina Makosa, Lift kwa Jirani, Maisha ni Mapambano, and Afro Mtoto Wa Sagana.
By Ben Ahenda
2026-02-08 09:33:06
Plans are underway to revive Simba Wanyika decades after the deaths of its founders.
By Ben Ahenda
2026-02-01 09:29:08
Bitchuka's work often contained moral teachings in different aspects of life, a factor that influenced lovers of his Kiswahili songs to share them widely, including in primary and secondary schools.
By Ben Ahenda
2026-01-25 09:48:50
Congratulations to US President-elect Barack Obama. As the ‘Obama’ public holiday ends, bar hoppers staggered back to work, singers turned down the volume and workers returned to work.
Rhumba fans reflect on a painful season of remembrance marked by the deaths of many of the genre's greatest legends.
By Ben Ahenda
Nov. 30, 2025
Nov. 30, 2025
Four years after his death, Congolese music legend Bopol Mansiamina's timeless rhumba compositions continue to inspire new generations of African musicians.
By Ben Ahenda
Nov. 9, 2025
Nov. 9, 2025
Roger Whittaker, the Kenyan-born folk legend whose soulful voice and patriotic anthem My Land Is Kenya touched millions worldwide, remains an icon two years after his passing.
By Mike Kihaki
Sep. 14, 2025
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