Tupac Shakur: A Legacy of Music, Activism, and Controversy

Tupac Amaru Shakur, known by his stage names 2Pac and Makaveli, was a highly influential American rapper, actor, and activist. Born on June 16, 1971, in Harlem, New York, Tupac rose to prominence in the 1990s, becoming one of the best-selling and most enduring figures in the hip-hop industry. He was not only known for […]

Sahawa grants first interview as an artist to local radio station

•Isiolo’s Musical Trailblazer Sets Sights on Expanding Her Career Sadia Haro Wario, popularly known by her stage name Sahawa, has taken the Kenyan music scene, and, in particular, the nascent Northern Kenya showbiz industry by storm, transitioning from a political campaign vocalist to an emerging secular artist. Her rise to fame began earlier this year […]

King Sama Revives Classic Oromo Song with Stirring Cover, Igniting Praise and Debate

Renowned local crooner Abduba Wako alias King Sama, who is also popularly known as Abdub Tokumma, has breathed new life into a classic Oromo hit by the legendary late Abdullahi Jirma. His cover of “Wal Malle Maal Qamnaa?”—an Afaan Oromoo phrase loosely translating to “Without ourselves, who else do we have?”—has received widespread acclaim from […]

The Legacy of Saado Ali: A Trailblazer for Somali Music and Women’s Empowerment

Saado Ali is a name that resonates with the hearts of many Somalis and enthusiasts of African music alike. Born in the 1950s in the coastal town of Merca, Somalia, Saado Ali emerged as a prolific singer, songwriter, and cultural icon, leaving an indelible mark on the world of music. Her work transcended borders and […]