As we kick off a new year in African music, OkayAfrica asked all of our correspondents from across North, West, East, and Southern Africa to tell us what artists they’ll be keeping their eyes on in 2026.
From the likes of South Africa’s Zee Nxumalo and Ciza, to the buzzing Congolese act Rebo, Sudanese rapper Soulja, and many more, these are our picks for the African musicians to look out for in the upcoming year.
Read ahead for our African artists to watch in 2026.
Danpapa GTA (Nigeria)
With his hair dyed a shocking…
