AFROBEATS
Abigail Chams launches the year in fearless form with the official music video for “Your Loss,” an eclectic, high-energy visual that showcases her confidence and versatility. The Tanzanian star is seen relaxing in a swimming pool, dancing in a packed club, and playing pool, all while embodying the song’s unapologetic spirit. Blending Dancehall grooves with Afrobeats flair, the track flips heartbreak into empowerment, underscoring Abigail’s growing global presence and her rise as one of Tanzania’s most exciting musical exports.
Fast-rising Nigerian star Priesst opens the year with “Akonuche,” a purposeful single whose title means “wisdom.” Built on intentional songwriting, the track explores clarity, direction, and success, serving as both a statement and a guide for the year ahead. Already gaining traction, “Akonuche” has surpassed 20,000 Shazams and inspired over 10,000 TikTok creations, signaling a breakout moment and positioning Priesst as an artist to watch in 2026.
South African DJ duo TxC have released a single, “Nakupenda,” meaning “I love you” in Swahili. The track unites South African artists AI Xapo and Scotts Maphuma with Nigerian stars Davido, Zlatan and Shoday, blending playful rhythms, hooks and multilingual verses. Nigerian pidgin and South African languages create a celebratory pan-African sound. Composed of Tarryn Reid and Clairise Hefke, "Nakupenda" has risen to the top of Nigeria's Apple music charts.
Nino Mayanna’s “Aje” is a vibrant blend of Afrobeat, R&B, and pop, driven by smooth vocals, a catchy groove, and a message of confidence and independence. Inspired by critics who question her ambition, Mayanna turns pressure into empowerment, delivering a track that’s upbeat yet rooted in real-life resilience. Her journey from humble beginnings in Lagos to surviving a life-altering gas explosion adds emotional depth, making “Aje” both uplifting and authentically powerful
South African Amapiano innovator Sam Deep returns with Who I Am , a bold and deeply personal 27-track album anchored by the long-anticipated music video (out now) for its lead single, “Shela,” featuring Nia Pearl, Boohle, and Mano. Known for clean production and soulful, infectious grooves, Sam Deep showcases growth and versatility as the project shifts between emotive soundscapes and dance floor-ready anthems. With a powerhouse lineup of collaborators, Who I Am marks a confident new chapter and reaffirms his influence as a key architect of modern Amapiano.