AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoWorld Cup Halftime Spotlight: Shakira headlined FIFA’s first-ever men’s World Cup final halftime show, and she used the global stage to spotlight African talent—bringing Uganda’s Ghetto Kids and Nigerian star Burna Boy into the “Dai Dai” moment. Spotify Chart Breakthrough: Burna Boy became the first male artiste to top Spotify’s newly launched Global Music Video Chart with “Dai Dai,” while the track also climbed on Billboard Hot 100. RIAA Diamond Milestone: Tems hit US Diamond status for “Wait For U,” becoming the first female African artist to reach that level. Kenya’s Streaming Growth: Spotify data shows Kenya’s 18–24 listeners driving big year-on-year momentum for both emerging and established acts. South Africa Music & Community: Martin Bester and Ross Learmonth released the heartfelt “Angel” video tied to Jacaranda FM’s long-running Good Morning Angels initiative. Local Culture in Motion: Jazz Urbane Cafe opened in Roxbury with live music six days a week, pairing community programming with an eclectic menu. Diaspora Festival Update: Zimfest added more artists and welcomed Taptap Send as sponsor for the 25 July UK edition.
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