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A new version of an old track written and performed by the one they call “Mr Golden Voice of Africa”. Listen and you will understand why. >

Electrofolk artist Amy Ayanda's haunting vocals swirl together with Thor Rixon's upbeat grooves in the latest track from her debut EP. >

From out of “the dark ages” of Apartheid, a slice of progressive, funky Sowetan rock ’n roll! >

This haunting and melodic track was the last studio recording by the late Zimbabwean 'mbira' queen, released this week almost two years after her death. >

A light and summery track from Tanzania's pop princess-on-the-rise. >

A track evoking traditional Zulu warrior culture from the upcoming movie "Hear Me Move", South Africa's first dance film. >

A warning about the lures of love from Ghana's first ever rock band, who conceal their identities at every performance. >

A swirl of sounds by the internationally acclaimed Zimbabwean sextet that gives traditional Tonga music a rhythmic twist. >

The flavourful sound of local music genre gqom has found an unlikely champion in British DJ Jumping Back Slash. >

This up-and-coming DJ wants to put female house music producers on the map – starting with her own African rhythm-infused sound. >

An eerie near-monologue laid over a mellifluous soundtrack by the provocative performance artist who headlines the lineup for Design Indaba Music 2015. >

A cacophonous and strident track from the Cape Town performance artist who performs at Design Indaba Music 2015. >

Listen to the entrancing "Voices", an unreleased acoustic track by South African songstress Nongoma, who will perform at Design Indaba Music 2015. >

A bellowing bass track by South African beatmaker RVWR, the second act to be announced as part of Design Indaba Music 2015. >

We chat with rap artist M.anifest, who performs at Design Indaba Music 2015, after his return from a tour with Damon Albarn in South America. >

The Togolese hip-hop artist explores new electronic ground in this futuristic and buoyant track. >

A catchy, thought-provoking track by young Stellenbosch-based rapper-producer Sipho The Gift. >

Track of the Week describes the difficulties of a life dedicated to music in insightful rhymes with back-up from an immaculate jazz sample. >

Our music writer, Shiba Mazaza, talks to prolific drummer Kesivan Naidoo about his new EP "Brotherhood" before he heads to Carnegie Hall. >

Track of Week is a light and catchy love song by Malawian R&B singer-songwriter Sonye. >

Our Track of the Week is an Afro-electro ode to the idea of home by Congolese rapper-producer Alec Lomami. >

This track by multitalented designer, photographer and DJ Mpumelelo Macu is a staple for anyone who values seamless production. >

This Track of the Week is a melancholic but melodic reflection on the social conditions in Cameroon. >

Succumb to the slick verbal gymnastics and hip-turning melody of this track by Ghanaian artist M.anifest. >

Guitarist Vieux Farka Touré's composition echoes the vastness and heat of the Malian desert. >