Billboard has officially launched Billboard Africa, expanding its global presence and recognizing Africa’s rapidly growing influence on the world music stage. This new regional platform will provide localized charts, artist interviews, and industry news focused on African artists and genres.
Billboard Africa will feature weekly music charts reflecting the most popular songs across the continent, using streaming and sales data to measure performance. The platform also aims to amplify African voices through in-depth artist spotlights, cultural reporting, and features that highlight both emerging talent and established stars.
The launch reflects Billboard’s broader strategy to embrace global music communities. It follows the recent rollout of regional platforms such as Billboard Philippines, Billboard Arabia, and Billboard France.
Billboard Africa is expected to play a key role in elevating the continent’s diverse music scenes—ranging from Afrobeats and Amapiano to highlife, hip hop, and more—while offering artists increased exposure and new international opportunities.
By creating a space dedicated to African music, Billboard is recognizing not just a market, but a cultural powerhouse that continues to shape global sounds.
