SUN CITY, South Africa (Reuters) --Budding African musicians showcased their talent at the annual Kora Music Awards festival this weekend but the journey to international fame for many African ...

He didn't have the opportunities to play music until well into his twenties. After decades of pursuing his passion, he can now play the kora, which is also known as the West African Mandinka harp.

Mali's celebrated "king of kora," Toumani Diabate ... his passing has led to a wave of tributes from across the West African music scene. Fellow musicians and admirers have praised Diabate ...

Ringo Madlingozi (born Sindile Madlingozi )is a multi-talented South African artist, singer, songwriter, record producer, and ...