As someone who lives and breathesEast African music, 2024 has been an excellent year for the region.East African artists didn’t just release songs; they created moments, told stories, and pushed boundaries in ways that inspired and energized me.
From TikTok trends to protest anthems, from cross-border collaborations to deeply personal ballads, this year reminded me why East Africa is such a growing force. I had an opportunity to interview some of these artists — from Kenya’sDyana Cods,Xenia Manasseh andBien to Uganda’sElijah Kitaka.
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