Gospel singers differentiate themselves from their secular counterparts by composing music guided by Biblical teachings. This adherence to religious principles necessitates that these artists lead ...

Our pride is our music, yes.We love and we dance to our African music.We love and we celebrate our Tanzanian music.I am proud of my heritage.I am proud of my clothing.I am proud of my environment.I am ...

When Kenzo’s name appeared on the nominee list, social media across the region erupted with pride, excitement, and questions.

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The Christian Science Church, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The Church publishes the Monitor ...

On a dusty road in the sleepy, coastal town of Bagamoyo, Tanzania, a row of vintage cars attracts festival-goers on their way to the 2nd annual Ongala Music Festival, held this year at the Bagamoyo ...

In 2021, Tanzania's Diamond Platnumz became the first Sub-Saharan African singer to receive 1 billion views on his YouTube channel. That same year, Zuchu became the first woman artist in East Africa ...

In the States, Vanessa Mdee’s brief appearance in a hotel lobby might not ring any bells, but step into a hotel lobby in Stone Town, Zanzibar, and you’ll hear bells, whistles and blow horns. “She is ...

“I was rejected at birth by my father,” says Christina Wagulu. “My uncles have threatened to kill me because of my condition. Men stigmatize me and don’t like me.” Wagulu has albinism, a genetic ...

There is so much drug use in the Nigerian music industry too, we hope our artistes wil learn from this. Popular Tanzanian singer, Ray C, was rescued by police on Thursday night after she attempted to ...