Burna Boy is once again showing why African music’s global growth is increasingly becoming a live-business story, not just a streaming story. Newly reported concert data places the Nigerian singer at the top of Africa’s global touring market, with more than $40 million in revenue from major international performances. The figures put him comfortably ahead…
Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy has once again sparked a football debate after naming former Super Eagles captain Austin “Jay-Jay” Okocha as his personal greatest footballer of all time. During a recent interview with ESPN, Burna Boy was asked about his football GOAT but refused to enter the familiar Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo argument….
The battle for the top of Apple Music Nigeria is heating up once again, with Asake reclaiming the No. 1 spot while Burna Boy continues an impressive resurgence on the charts. Asake’s hit single “Forgiveness” has returned to No. 1 on the Apple Music Nigeria Top Songs chart, extending its remarkable chart run. The track,…
Grammy-winning Nigerian superstar Burna Boy is set to make history by headlining the opening night of Reggae Land 2026, becoming the first African artist to top the bill at the UK’s biggest reggae and dancehall festival. The expanded three-day event will run from July 31 to August 2 at the 65,000-capacity Milton Keynes National Bowl….
Shakira and Burna Boy’s FIFA World Cup anthem “Dai Dai” has reached new streaming milestones following the 2026 World Cup final, cementing its place as one of the biggest global hits of the year. The song recorded its biggest single day on Spotify Global with 6.723 million streams, extending its impressive run at No. 1…
Nigerian Afrofusion superstar Burna Boy and Colombian pop icon Shakira have completed rehearsals ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show, with behind-the-scenes clips of the pair embracing and laughing together going viral across social media. The duo will headline the tournament’s first-ever Super Bowl-style halftime performance at MetLife Stadium before Sunday’s final…
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has appealed to Afrobeats stars Davido, Burna Boy and Asake to channel part of their wealth into charitable causes by establishing a foundation to support poor and vulnerable Nigerians. Speaking at the launch of the National Community Food Bank Program in Lokoja, Kogi State, the First Lady said wealthy…
Grammy-winning Nigerian superstar Burna Boy has added another jaw-dropping luxury car to his collection after unveiling what is being described as the world’s first one-of-one widebody Bugatti Chiron. The bespoke hypercar, built by Dubai-based luxury customization company Venuum Black, was revealed as part of Burna Boy’s 35th birthday celebrations. The project transforms the already-exclusive Bugatti…
The biggest names in Black entertainment gathered in Los Angeles overnight as the 2026 BET Awards celebrated another year of excellence across music, film, television and sports, with Kendrick Lamar, Cardi B and Teyana Taylor emerging among the night’s biggest winners. Hosted by comedian Druski at the Peacock Theater, the ceremony featured emotional acceptance speeches,…
Afrobeats continues to make a strong global statement as Nigerian music stars dominate the 2026 BET Awards nominations ahead of the June 28 ceremony in Los Angeles. Leading the African nominees is Grammy-winning singer Tems, who earned three major nominations. The singer received recognition in categories including Best Female R&B/Pop Artist, BET Her Award, and…
