The Songwriters Hall of Fame would present British songstress Raye with the Hal David Starlight Award, which recognizes young talent, at its 55th annual event and awards dinner. The ceremony would begin on Thursday, June 11, at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City.

South African Recording Artist Tyla released her new song, “She Did It Again,” Featuring Swedish Singer Zara Larsson on April 17, 2026, via Epic/FAX Records.

Gas prices could see another jolt this week with the announcement of a brand-new U.S. naval blockader in the Strait of Hormuz that begins Monday, according to industry analysts.

Kehlani released her new single, “Back and Forth,” Featuring Missy Elliott, on April 10, 2026, for her upcoming self-titled studio album, set to be released on April 24th, her birthday, via Atlantic Records.

Nairobi, Kenya — Escalating the war with Iran is driving up oil prices, which are rising across African economies, causing higher fuel costs, inflation, and renewed pressure on currencies across the continent.

English singer-songwriter Raye released her sophomore album, “This Music May Contain Hope”, on March 27, 2026, via Human Re Sources.

Boston, Massachusetts – Changes are arriving in View Boston. The attraction has provided a comprehensive overview of the city above its restaurant and bar since opening nearly three years ago. 

FLO are feeling sexy, independent, and confident. They released Leak It on March 20, 2026, via Island/Republic Records.

Nairobi, Kenya – China’s decision to complete value-added tax discussions on solar panel exports and to discontinue incentives for the production of battery storage equipment could raise the price of solar installations in Africa, which have been planned slowly due to imported Chinese technology.

Ella Mai is going to hit the road. The English singer-songwriter has revealed the Do You Still Love Me? North American tour dates with opening acts of Ama & Girlfriend.

KAYTRANADA and FLO released a collaboration single, "The Mood,” on July 11, 2025, via Republic/Island Records.

Nairobi, Kenya — The Kenyan Government reported on Tuesday, March 24, that two rivers shattered their banks, flooding farms, removing families, as the rising Death Population has been continuously increasing in Flooding across the East African community, reaching 88.

Worcester, Massachusetts — During the height of the April travel period, the terminal at Worcester Regional Airport would be a very busy place. Airport Director, Andy Davis, explained on Spectrum News 1 that between April 14 and 27.

Lusaka, Zambia — Politicians and women’s rights activists in Zambia warned on Wednesday, March 18, of a trend of female election participants who were requested for sexual encounters by senior male participants in exchange for an endorsement.

Raye released his third single, Click Clack Symphony ft. Hans Zimmer, on March 20, 2026, via Human Re Sources for her upcoming album, This Music May Contain Hope. 

The Government of Kenya, collaborating with the African Union Commission (AUC), announced to host the 2026 Africa Urban Forum (AUF), which is set to be held from April 8 - 10, 2026, at the Kenyatta International Convention Center in Nairobi, Kenya.

All Brand-New Kehlani album is coming soon. The Los Angeles-native described her upcoming fifth studio album, her self-titled album, "Kehlani",

Bruno Mars’s The Romantic Debuted at Number One on the Billboard 200

Raye Revealed The Tracklist for This Music May Contain Hope

Yebba Released Her Sophomore Album, Jean