The omission of those artistes from Grammy nominations suggests a persistent gap in how African music is evaluated and appreciated on the worldwide stage. The debate over the Grammys is about extra than just awards—it’s about international recognition of Africa’s cultural and musical influence. Instead, they usually prioritise international a

In 2015, Tanzanian musician Diamond Platnumz received the MTV Europe Music Award for Best Africa, Middle East and India Act, propelling him to international music stardom. ‘Sweet Mother’ became a pan-African anthem and one of the best-selling African songs of all time. Mdundo can be working with prime partners across Africa together with Vodaco

Despite the challenges encountered along the way, its distinctive sounds have not gone extinct, showcasing the worth of conventional music to Tanzanians. Kidumbak ensembles, a genre related to taarab, gained recognition, notably among Zanzibar's less prosperous inhabitants. Gospel music, specifically church choir (‘kwaya ya kanisa’) music, is a