Multi award winning South African musician AKA, real name, Kiernan Forbes has tested positive for COVID-19.

The rapper announced the news on his Twitter page today (Friday).

“Multi-award-winning South African musician, AKA, has tested positive for the novel COVID-19 virus,” the post read.

The rapper pleaded with everyone to adhere to social distancing guidelines, to wear masks, and to hold to stringent hygiene measures by frequently sanitising and washing their hands.

Nigerian-born singer, songwriter and fashion icon Tiwa Savage widely regarded as the ‘Queen of Afrobeats’ releases her brand new single, “Dangerous Love,” via Motown Records.

The song is the first official single taken from her long-awaited fourth studio album ‘CELIA’, aptly named after her mother.

Produced by Cracker Mallo and recorded in Tiwa’s home city of Lagos, Nigeria, “Dangerous Love” is the perfect blend of R&B and Afrobeats.

With a powerful, enchanting chorus and silky ‘afro’ beat throughout, the mid-tempo record is a representation of Tiwa’s musical growth and preview to her upcoming project.

"Dangerous Love is such a vibe! It’s a song that is basically about a girl who is dipping in and out of a ‘relationship’ with a guy that really doesn’t deserve her time or attention. She knows that he is bad for her but she gambling with her heart anyway.” Says Tiwa Savage.

Adding “I feel like every girl and maybe guys too can relate to this one''.

Savage’s fearlessness in combining various genres has paid off, earning her abundance of award wins and recognitions.

In 2018 she made history by becoming the first female to win the MTV European Award for ‘Best African Act’.

She has since earned four Channel O Music Video Awards nominations, five World Music Award nominations, MTV Africa Music, BET & MOBO Award nominations and many more.

In 2019 she signed an exclusive recording contract with Universal Records and in September released her first global single titled ’49-99’ under Motown Records.

In May, 2020, Tiwa Savage graced the cover of Billboard Magazine’s first issue devoted entirely to Africa alongside Afrobeat superstars Davido and Mr Eazi.

Tiwa was born in Lagos, Nigeria, where she lived until the age of 11 when her parents decided to move to London. In her early days, like most families, she would attend church with her parents and soon developed a love for performing and relocated to London.

At the age of 16, Tiwa found herself singing backing vocals for George Michael. As a result of that session, Tiwa quickly found further work over the years with the likes of Mary J. Blige, Kelly Clarkson, Emma Bunton and Blu Cantrell.

Despite having already completed a degree in Business Administration at the University of Kent, she was focused to continue pursuing music and received a scholarship at the esteemed Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts.

With her newfound strength to push forward with music, Tiwa moved from London to New York City and began taking meetings with various producers and industry professionals.

Inspired and stimulated by the lack of true female superstars in her home country, she moved back to Nigeria.

Savage has also been active in her philanthropic endeavors, supporting various youth engagement organizations and breast cancer screening projects across Nigeria and further afield. Tiwa also is very active in #JusticeForUwa, loudly voicing her disgust at the rape of a young girl in a church in Nigeria, and creating an instagram page @WeAreTiredNg where rape victims can speak out.

Diamond Platnumz's father Mzee Abdul Juma wants his son to emulate his music rival AliKiba and settle down.

In an interview with one of Tanzania's popular online news site SnS, Mzee Abdul expressed his disappointment with the fact that his son has not yet settled down.

"AliKiba is married and settled. Diamond also needs to settle down and stop those funny games" said Mzee Abdul.

Adding ''I don’t understand what the problem with him is. I pray that he settles down.”.

He also revealed how Diamond once assured him that he will be settling down withTanasha.

"I fail to understand where the problem is, a good example is Tanasha we were once in a shoot and he told me that he will be settling down with her. I think the only solution is just dua (prayer)" he noted.

He further congratulated his newly wed step daughter Esma Platnumz for the move saying he is more than happy that so far his two daughters, Esma and Queen Darleen have settled down.

Mzee Abdul noted ''I'm so happy for her because her other sister (Queen Darleen) is also married, this brings respect to our family" 

He also offered some words of wisdom to her.

“All I’m saying is you need respect, get the right teaching on marriage and respect your husband and his family. Do not be rude just be obedient. Marriage is no child’s play.”

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Breshy Worships a new gospel sensation has  released a brand new single and visual –Umeinuliwa Juu, out now on YouTube .

Umeinuliwa Juu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Wh3HVqTd-8  

Umeinuliwa Juu is the first single from her upcoming album due for release later in the year. The audio has been produced by Akwanga Akwanga of Studio Masterclef and video directed by Bwoy P.

Speaking about the song, Breshy explains. “Umeinuliwa Juu is a song about praising God for the things he has done in my life and that of every other person. It is meant to inspire and encourage anyone going through sickness, depression, loss of jobs amongst other challenges during this season”.

Breshy  continues, “I have encountered a lot in my life & He has and remains the unchangeable God, I urge everyone to look unto Him as His name is above every other name”.

Breshy is a Born again Multi talented Gospel Minister born and raised in Kenya. She is a praise and worship minister at her local church and a banker by profession.  She is also the brains behind The Cloud platform for pure and authentic worshippers in Kenya.

Breshy  looks forward to launching several singles in the next coming months  before her much anticipated album in December.

Her dream is that the gospel industry in Kenya will birth true worshippers of God in truth and spirit. You can get her Music on YouTube and other digital platforms.

Popular Cameroonian rapper Ngoma aka Mo'mbewing Pancho released his debut EP 'CAM NO GO', a body of work carrying a unique message to the youth work hard, live smart and share love (May 2020).

With the 7-track EP cutting across Afro-Trap to Hip-Hop genres, Ngoma is introducing to Africa, a retro-futuristic polyglot rap style that he terms “Jwe’Te”.

'CAM NO GO'  is laced in Ngoma’s smooth yet raw vocals, representing his best efforts. “I literally poured my heart out with gratefulness of being alive in producing this record that came right after I recovered from an accident,” reveals Ngoma.

Stream/ download CAM NO GO: http://smarturl.it/cam-no-go

Through a synchronization of wordplay in English, Ngemba, Pidgin to French and a blend of other genres from Afrobeats, Makossa to Folkore; the EP is captivating straight from the first track. While bouncy “Drip” dabbling between Pop and Hip-Hop is a fan favorite, Ngoma’s personal picks are “Letterhead” and “Curfew”.

He says, “Both the tracks carry the spirit of "Pancho" (my alter ego)—a young black boy that never gets enough love or money but would always mind his business.” CAM NO GO EP was produced by Dijay Karl and SwavBeatz and mixed & mastered by Dijay Karl and Beat Baller.

BAE music video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XA6ibyBGTBs 

PENYA music video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SJQYko9vLOg

'CAM NO GO' comes after many years in the game and Ngoma promises that this is the start of more great records that will display his ill bars and rhymes. 

'Cam No Go' was a name used to stigmatize the English speaking Cameroonians who were internally displaced to French speaking regions to survive.

“Thus I am implying I have come to stay” Ngoma asserts.

The EP advocates for the rise of underdogs, with interlinked lyrics about the struggles of a young black boy from Awing, going through different facets of life.

He adds, “I am trying to create a combined balance to marginalized experiences of an average African by expressing my paranoia with life, money and women, especially in country with high cultural diversity like Cameroon.”

Ngoma is already working on his debut album and has already recorded a collaboration featuring Tanzanian BET award-winning star Rayvanny for it.

He concludes, “My inspiration comes from life experiences and I am in love with the process of creating music and making money at the same time. That’s why I almost always write about money matters and my struggles so people can understand me.” In deed a rapper turned entrepreneur investing in positive vibes for the Cameroonian and African culture at large.

Icy Lando’s artistic journey is one of hard work and persistence. Growing up in Nairobi, Kenya, the rapper, singer and producer teams up with Multi-Platinum Selling Artist Sean Kingston on his pulsing club hit “Options”. 

Icy Lando- Options ( Feat. Sean Kingston ) ( Official Audio ) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WrqbaP67xqI  

Filled with ferocious melodies and pounding drum patterns, “Options” is an artful display of Icy’s passion for music. Produced by UK based producer Blanq Beatz, Icy collaborates with one of his musical icons to create a track overflowing with summer soaked rhythms. 

Discovering a passion for music through his sister, Icy joined his high school choir and band - later competing in music festivals annually. Eventually joining the Kenyan Boys Choir, the artist found the time to nourish his musical talent and create a sound that is truly unique. 

QUOTE TO THE SINGLE

“In 2007 when Sean Kingston released 'Beautiful Girls', I had just joined our high school band and we did a rendition of the song”, Icy recounts. “I loved the vibe of the track and it inspired me to be an artist. Thirteen years later and I have the privilege to release a single with my idol. Sean Kingston’s music has influenced me throughout my journey and I am so excited for everyone to listen to this single”

Icy Lando got the chance to work with Sean Kingston via his manager Go2kelo who has been working with Icy Lando on previous singles. Options was a solo single by Icy Lando and as much as it was a banger, Go2Kelo believed the Brand power and talent of Sean Kingston on the song would make a huge difference. Once the song was to Sean, he loved it and put his hook on it

With support from Elicit Magazine, Fame Magazine and Urban Vault, “Options” showcases a rising talent who has a passion for his craft. 

Multi-talented Nigerian artiste Chike has released the third single Nakupenda featuring Ric Hassani.  The track marks another milestone for Chike whose album “Boo of the Booless” has garnered over 20 million streams globally since it was released earlier this year.

The single is off his album titled -"Boo of the Booless" that was released earlier this year and has been produced by Deyasso.

Nakupenda - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhPUUEhkYOY

Shot in a studio set up , Nakupenda is about a top client who plays out a fashion film as he fights for the love of a top model against Ric Hassani, a noted photographer. The video is directed by Ani James for Aje Filmworks.

The singer and songwriter says, “They say to love and be loved is a great thing, if you meet the right person, shoot your shot do not hesitate to tell them Nakupenda, Love is expressive and it’s imperative to serenade the one you love at all times.”

Amen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_M4HJ-UYGz4

On Valentines this year Chike dropped his album – Boo of the Booless that features M.I Abaga, Zorro and Ric Hassani.

Out of Love: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4ygnUT-WOo

Chike whose real name Chike-Ezekpeazu Osebuka is a singer, songwriter and actor known for his participation on the Nigerian reality competition Project Fame West Africa in 2015 and The Voice Nigeria Season 1 where he finished as a runner-up on the show. Chike is also known for his acting debut as Mayowa Badmus on the Africa Magic Showcase telenovela Battleground.

Bongo flava star Alikiba has fired his manager Esi Mgimba popularly as Esilovey, in just under nine months after she joined the King Kiba’s , Kings music  Record Label.

The artist confirmed to have parted ways with the manager via Tanzania’s Clouds FM and said the decision was reached following “some misunderstanding with the management.”

“It is true I no longer work together but this is all about reorganization of our operations. She has been of immense value to our company at the beginning but some problems occurred coupled with some misunderstanding  with the management and we thought it wise to have her removed,” explained the artist.

This is the second time King Kiba has found himself wading through troubled waters with his manager after his working relation’s with his previous manager Seven Mosha also went south.

But the singer who is currently rocking the airwaves and jamming the Youtube trends with his latest single Dodo, produced and released under the management of Esilovey has cited lacking in experience as part of Esilovey’s undoing.

Produced at Kings Music Records, Dodo in which King Kiba has uniquely featured one of his fiercest rival Diamond Platinumz’s ex- girlfriends and Baby Mamas- Hamisa Mobeto as a lead vixen is currently tracking at 6.8 million views on YouTube in two months.

The creative inclusion of Mobeto in the song was seen as a clever jab by the Kings Music boss towards Diamond considering the song depicts pampering a beautiful woman, well raised and ready for marriage, yet this is the complete opposite of what Mobeto got from Diamond.

As to whether Esilovey has left a void, King Kiba is optimistic that the manager’s exit will not in any way paralyze the daily running of operations at Rockstar4000 which he hailed as an unwavering record label laden with abled hands.

“it is true Esi loved her job but she had no experience… most of the time she relied on Charlie for guidance… I think this is an opportunity for her to take time and polish her trade so that she gains enough experience,” explained the Kadogo hit maker who hailed Esilovey as “a manager with amazing industry.”

On her part, Esilovey declined to engage on the details and instead directed all enquiries to her former boss.

Zambi'as dancehall dynamic duo, Davoas has team up with award winning Ugandan singer Eddy Kenzo in their latest song titled 'Oh My Love'.

"Due to public demand.You asked for da international collabo, we came back with da ANSWER''  posted the group.

Check out the song below

Veteran South African actress Mary Twala has died at the age 80.

The news of her death was confirmed by her son and media personality Somizi Mhlongo.

"Today's my late father's birthday.....and my mom decided to respond to his call to join him in heaven.....THE TREE HAS FALLEN... I'm shattered to the core.....but I'd be very selfish if I dont release her.my mom lived to the fullest achieved beyond her dreams.its hurts like hell.I wont lie a day without her calling to either say I love u or give me money.thank u south africa for loving the phenomenal super star that is my mother.she left us peacefully around 11am at parklane pvt hospital as I was on my way to drop off her gown and a few minutes earlier the dr called to say come shes up and jolly now. I arrived a few mon late......LALA MA." posted Somizi.

South Africa president Cyril Ramaphosa led South Africans in mourning the icon.

"Like millions of South Africans, I am saddened by the passing of a great icon of our nation’s creative community; someone who was a household name and face to all of us and brought home the joys, the struggles and the humour under pressure that characterises our national life," President Cyril Ramaphosa said. 

Adding "We have lost a unique talent and an endearing human being whose performances brought to life the meaning of being South African, and appealed to South Africans of all generations. We will miss her dearly."

In 2011, Twala was nominated for an Africa Movie Academy Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role. She received the National Order Award from president Cyril Ramaphosa in 2019.

She is known for appearing in several productions including Generations, Sarafina, Yizo-Yizo, Muvhango, and many more.