Waists thrust at everything, pounding, shaking, and sending up billowing clouds of dust. Far from the city, particles fly in every chaotic direction as hands and feet beat at the earth. At the Balani Show, […]

For ACCES 2024 in Kigali, Rwanda, PAM will be presenting its Rap in Kigali project with a photo exhibition, panel discussion, and live music showcase.

In Ivory Coast, plastic sandals known as “lêkê” have become emblems of popular culture worn by everyone from DJ Arafat to Eritrean freedom fighters.

Dive into the rich yet little-known history of music in the Central African Republic. From the Congolese inspired independence music of the 1960s, the Bokassa era sounds of Formidable Muziki.

PAM spoke with Yamê about the rapper-singer-melodist’s meteoric rise and his knack for lofty melodies and heartfelt punchlines.

Deena Abdelwahed speaks about her passion for sound abstraction and freedom to create without having to claim her identity on latest album, Jbal Rrsas.

Ten years after her death, legendary Tanzanian Taarab figure Bi Kidude continues to inspire younger generations.

Nyokabi Kariũki’s explorations span genres, from classical contemporary to experimental electronic music, sound art, pop, film, and African musical traditions.

Barely escaping the Bolsonaro regime, Bixiga 70 is resurrected, with a new album. PAM spoke to the freedom fighters about their history of resistance.

Listen in on 2023 with our pan-African selection from Durban to Tunis, Nairobi to Niamey, featuring the likes of Amaarae, MC Yallah, Omagoqa, and Baaba Maal. 

From rooftops and studios to the streets of Kampala, PAM met with rising Ugandan pop star Joshua Baraka to learn about the artist behind the hits.