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Cross-border collaborations by East African artists are dominating Spotify’s Global Impact List for the first half of 2026, led by Alikiba and Bien’s “Finale”.
The move is aimed at increasing transparency and trust as generative AI becomes more prevalent in the music industry.
Spotify's Greasy Tunes Nairobi turned streaming culture into a live experience, bringing together music, fashion, podcasts, comedy, food and community while spotlighting Kenya's young creatives.
The Nigerian singer, whose real name is Damini Ogulu, achieved the milestone with his World Cup anthem "Dai Dai", a collaboration with Colombian superstar Shakira.
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Burna Boy has officially surpassed 10 billion career streams on Spotify across all credits, further cementing his place among the world's biggest music stars.
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