Global spotlight: African music’s Grammy moment – CNN

As the music industry gathers for Grammy Week, African music is playing an increasingly prominent role — not only on the awards stage, but across global pop culture.

That momentum will be on display in Los Angeles on Saturday at Pamoja, YouTube Music’s annual African music and culture celebration. Organizers say the theme reflects the collaborative and cross-border nature of African music’s global rise.

The event will honor nominees in the Recording…