Also known as: Spotify Fresh Finds
Spotify — music streaming platform operating in East Africa with sponsorship and festival partnerships, featuring artist discovery and regional listener data.
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… The unprecedented access the couple granted -- in multimillion dollar deals with Netflix and Spotify, among others -- also prompted criticism of monetising their monarchy links. …
Prince Harry: royal misfit making unlikely UK returnThe Standard
… The unprecedented access the couple granted -- in multimillion dollar deals with Netflix and Spotify, among others -- also prompted criticism of monetising their monarchy links. …
Prince Harry: royal misfit making unlikely UK returnCitizen Digital
… ring, sharing, and buying through their phones. window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); Through global event distribution across Spotify …
Ticketmaster enters East Africa as Quicket launches in Kenya and UgandaThe Standard
… And also, they lost Spotify," royal commentator Richard Fitzwilliams told AFP. "I think they've not been a success in Hollywood and I think this is one way to change things, and change things before William becomes king." The couple might also be concerned over reports that Harry …
Huge questions loom over Prince Harry's shock return to UKCitizen Digital
Alikiba, Bien, Diamond lead East Africa’s cross-border music wave: Spotify list By Kenneth Gachie August 13, 2026 11:53 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Spotify says the rollout is aimed at helping listeners …
Alikiba, Bien, Diamond lead East Africa’s cross-border music wave: Spotify listCitizen Digital
Spotify to launch badge identifying AI music By AFP August 12, 2026 03:42 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter A smartphone and a headset are seen in front of a screen projection of Spotify logo, in this picture …
Spotify to launch badge identifying AI musicCitizen Digital
Grammy-nominated jazz artist Somi named Spotify EQUAL Artist for August By Ian Omondi August 11, 2026 06:07 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Acclaimed singer, songwriter, playwright and actor Somi. …
Grammy-nominated jazz artist Somi named Spotify EQUAL Artist for AugustCitizen Digital
Welcome to the cult of Coster Ojwang By Ian Omondi August 07, 2026 09:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Coster Ojwang performs during Spotify's Greasy tunes showcase in Nairobi on July 17, 2026. …
Welcome to the cult of Coster OjwangCitizen Digital
… PHOTO | COURTESY / SAE Audio By Vocalize Long before streaming algorithms, viral TikTok sounds and Spotify playlists became the currency of the music business, Eric Musyoka was already shaping the sound of Kenyan popular music from behind a mixing console. …
'Kenya doesn't have a talent problem': Eric Musyoka masterclass on what's holding the music industry backThe Standard
… Ndegwa said. “We are now seeing great adoption momentum with three million customers already on board.” Safaricom’s other strategy in deploying AI revolves around Baze, its revamped multimedia content streaming platform looking to take on industry giants such as YouTube, Spotify …
Inside Safaricom's multi-billion shilling bet on AIPrince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle are returning to Britain after six years in California, amid ongoing estrangement from his brother William and Princess Catherine, though reconciliation with King Charles III appears to have progressed. A royal historian suggests the move may be motivated by efforts at family reconciliation.
23 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle are returning to Britain after six years in California, amid ongoing estrangement from his brother William and Princess Catherine, though reconciliation with King Charles III appears to have progressed. A royal historian suggests the move may be motivated by efforts at family reconciliation.
23 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Prince Harry, 41, and Meghan Markle are relocating back to Britain after six years in the United States, according to The Standard. Their return comes as Harry appears to have reconciled with his cancer-battling father, King Charles III, though his relationship with brother William and wife Catherine remains strained.
23 August 2026 · The Standard →
Global ticketing company Ticketmaster is entering East Africa through its Quicket platform, which offers digital ticketing, local payment integrations with M-Pesa, MTN Mobile Money, and Airtel Money, and global event distribution across Spotify, Google, Meta, Bandsintown, and Apple Music.
21 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Prince Harry and Meghan plan to leave the United States by the end of the month and settle in a private, non-royal residence outside London, six years after their departure sparked a rift with the royal family. Their two children have already been enrolled in a British school, though commentators speculate the move follows unsuccessful ventures in Hollywood and may reflect a desire to reconcile with King Charles III.
20 August 2026 · The Standard →
Alikiba, Bien, Diamond Platnumz and other East African musicians are increasingly collaborating across borders, with Spotify's H1 2026 Global Impact List highlighting tracks like "Finale," "AYAYAAH," and "Lete Sound" as leading collaboration tracks that help artists reach audiences beyond their home nations.
13 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spotify said it will launch an "AI Persona" badge in mid-September to clearly identify content producers that are AI-generated rather than real people. The move aims to increase transparency about how music on its platform was made, as the music industry faces growing concern over AI-generated content overwhelming streaming catalogues.
12 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Jazz artist Somi has been named Spotify's EQUAL Africa Artist for August, recognising her contribution to African music and her role in amplifying African stories globally. The honour follows the release of her latest album, 'What Does It Take to Bloom?', a 13-track project exploring themes of self-discovery, identity and belonging.
11 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Citizen Digital writer recounts two years of unsuccessful attempts to attend performances by artist Coster Ojwang, with each effort foiled by various obstacles ranging from work commitments to other unavoidable inconveniences.
7 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Veteran Kenyan music producer Eric Musyoka, who has worked with artists including Sauti Sol, Juliani, and Nonini since the late 1990s, discusses what he sees as the obstacles facing Kenya's music industry, arguing that a lack of talent is not the problem.
31 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Safaricom is investing billions of shillings to embed artificial intelligence into its products and services across financial services, healthcare, content streaming, agriculture, and government payments, as part of a strategy to transition into Africa's leading AI-driven technology service provider by 2030.
30 July 2026 · The Standard →
Spotify's Greasy Tunes Nairobi was a 12-day cultural programme held between July 15 and 26 at Heltz House, bringing together artists, listeners, creators, fashion enthusiasts, food lovers and storytellers to explore the connections between music and everyday life in the city.
29 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Emerging singer Ywaya Tajiri and Ohangla star Prince Indah posted the biggest streaming gains among Nairobi Gen Z listeners in Spotify's June 2026 data, with Ywaya Tajiri achieving 6,151 per cent year-on-year growth among 18–24-year-olds and his song 'Chai ya saa kumi' becoming the city's most-streamed song that month.
22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spotify staged a Greasy Tunes showcase in Nairobi, featuring live performances from Kenyan artists and a fashion runway inspired by the 'Made In Kenya' playlist. The event, held at Heltz House in collaboration with Studio 18, brought together fast-rising musicians and designers reinterpreting Greasy Tunes merchandise.
18 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spotify data shows that users aged 18–24 in Nairobi accounted for 53.7 per cent of all streams in June 2026, giving the Kenyan capital the highest concentration of Gen Z listeners among three African cities analysed, with Lagos at 44.4 per cent and Johannesburg at 29.9 per cent. Young listeners in Nairobi are embracing a diverse mix of sounds reflecting regional and international influences, with dancehall emerging as the fastest-growing genre.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenyan rapper, singer and producer tg.blk has been named Spotify's EQUAL Africa artist for July, joining a programme that celebrates women artists shaping the future of African music. The independent artist, born Nyathigi Gatere and based in Mombasa, is known for her genre-bending sound fusing rap, lo-fi production, R&B and soul.
10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenyan creators are adopting AI-powered models to produce music as Large Language Models and generative AI systems use existing data from human singers to create captivating songs. The trend has raised copyright questions as AI-generated tracks increasingly populate the music landscape.
9 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Infinix has unveiled the HOT 70 Series smartphone in Kenya alongside a new song by musician Savara, celebrating young people balancing multiple passions and careers. The campaign, titled "HOT LIKE YOU," includes a music video featuring Kenyan creators and is designed to resonate with what the company calls the "Slash Youth Generation."
6 July 2026 · The Standard →
Spotify has partnered with Afro Nation Portugal as the festival's official sponsor and exclusive streaming partner, launching a dedicated destination on its platform with official playlists, featured artists, exclusive content and performance videos. The festival takes place July 3–5 in Portimão, Portugal, and has become one of the world's biggest celebrations of African music and culture.
3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spotify has joined Afronation Portugal 2026 as an official sponsor and exclusive streaming partner, creating a dedicated festival destination on the platform with on-demand content, exclusive performances, and official playlists. The festival takes place from 3 to 5 July in Portimão, Portugal.
3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Nigerian Afrobeats artist Burna Boy reached 46.84 million monthly listeners on Spotify as of June 30, 2026, surpassing South African singer Tyla's previous record of 46.58 million. The achievement was boosted by his single "Dai Dai," the official anthem for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spotify Sub-Saharan Africa Managing Director Jocelyne Muhutu-Remy spoke at the platform's Johannesburg event about royalties and the continent's music sector. The company revealed that South African artists generated more than Ksh.3.9 billion in royalties on Spotify in 2025.
18 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
South African artists generated more than Ksh.3.9 billion in royalties from Spotify in 2025, a 28 per cent year-on-year increase. The figures were unveiled during Spotify's annual Loud & Clear event in Johannesburg, which releases reports on music streaming economics and artist royalties.
17 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The article argues that athletes and creative professionals in emerging global economies, particularly in Africa, face financial ruin despite earning substantial income because they lack financial literacy. It notes that over 33% of Kenyan runners cite financial success as their primary reason for running, and that about 10% are true professionals competing in international races with five- or six-figure prize money.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spotify concluded a two-day recording and education programme in Nairobi in partnership with ONErpm, bringing together emerging artists, producers, and songwriters from Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. The Fresh Finds programme is designed to nurture local talent and connect artists with international audiences through collaborative recording sessions, media training, and business workshops.
5 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ugandan artist Joshua Baraka was interviewed by Citizen Digital at a Spotify Fresh Finds session instead of the originally planned Blankets and Wine festival venue in September.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →