Ten African Women Musicians to Watch – OkayAfrica

Under the purple umbrella at the lively market, a person in a hoodie stands surrounded by clothes and various items, as the rhythmic beats of African musicians fill the air, adding vibrant energy to an already colorful scene.

Let’s be frank, there has never been a period in African music when women weren’t creating groundbreaking work. It’s quite unfortunate and detrimental that contributions of our women greats over the eras have tended to be glossed over, but thankfully this fault of perspective is being corrected in recent times.

A mention of the biggest artists today cannot be complete without the likes of Tems, Ayra Starr, Amaaraeand Tyla. With these four entering global conversations for their cultural currency as much as their musical ability, it’s…