Music of Africa

About the Substack

Song recommendations, information and more.

We focus mainly (but not exclusively) on southern Africa (especially Botswana, Malawi, Zimbabwe, and South Africa) and eastern Africa (Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania).

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About Music of Africa

Appreciating and recommending selections from the music of Africa, with a focus on southern Africa, especially Botswana, Malawi, Zimbabwe, and South Africa.

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