Spotify has reported a significant increase in football podcast streams across Sub-Saharan Africa in June, attributing much of this surge to the timing of the World Cup. The report includes an analysis of the streaming numbers and highlights some caveats related to the data.

A tech expert shares a previously overlooked method for paying for Spotify Premium in Kenya for up to a year in advance. The author, known for providing digital hacks, admits that this particular trick had escaped their attention until recently.

In the first half of 2026, Afrobeats has shown significant global growth, with digital streaming becoming the main factor in music consumption and commercial success, according to Nairametrics. The article lists the ten most-streamed Nigerian songs on YouTube Music during this period.

Nigerian artist Burna Boy has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the African artist with the highest monthly streams on Spotify, according to Soko Directory. This accomplishment highlights his growing influence and popularity in the music industry.

BellaNaija highlights five new essential Afrobeats releases for the weekend, featuring a preview of Davido's upcoming album, a collaboration between Jorja Smith and Wizkid, and new singles from Falz, Ayra Starr, and Fola. These tracks are recommended for updating weekend playlists.

DStv is set to broadcast the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 matches this weekend, providing football fans with live coverage of the games. The service emphasizes its commitment to delivering every moment of the action directly to viewers' homes, aligning with its slogan, "Everything Can Wait," to encourage fans to tune in for the matches.