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Tanzanian Sensation Abigail Chams Joins Spotify’s EQUAL Africa as December’s Artist Ambassador
Afro-pop songstress Abigail Chams (real name Abigail Chamungwana) continues to collect accolades. Following her nomination in 2022 for the Emerging Artist award at the Tanzania Music Award, she closes 2023 as the Spotify EQUAL Africa ambassador for the month of December.
The prodigiously talented Abigail, or Abby, as she is often referred to, is a multilingual singer who performs in Swahili, French and English. She is also a multi-instrumentalist who plays five musical instruments, the violin, piano, guitar, flute and drums.
The Nani hitmaker was born into a family with a musical heritage where her grandfather directed an orchestra and her grandmother was a singer in the church choir.
Abigail, who rose to prominence by sharing covers of popular songs on social media, took the music world by storm; coming up with original tracks that were a combination of hip-hop melodies, modern pop and traditional instrumentation, and has since gained over 67,000 monthly listeners on Spotify.
In September this year, she released her debut EP 5, which contained six tracks including collaborations with Marioo, Rayvanny, Whozu and Chino Kid.
“Abigail is a true testament to the boundless talent and creativity that exists on the continent, having made such significant strides musically at such a young age. We are proud to have her join our EQUAL programme, closing off what has been one of the best years for African music,” said Phiona Okumu, Spotify Sub-Saharan Africa Head of Music.
Looking back at her mercurial career trajectory, Abigail notes it hasn’t all been plain sailing, “as a young woman in the male-dominated world of music, I had to learn to navigate it with a different compass. One that is unfortunately twice as hard to use but has ultimately shown me that no force can stop a woman who knows what she wants and stops at nothing to achieve it.”
The Spotify EQUAL Africa programme seeks to provide female artists with the support and resources to grow their craft and reach worldwide audiences through multiple playlists. The beneficiaries also receive off-platform guidance and tools to help take their music careers to even greater heights.
Check out Abigail Chams’ track Nani, featuring Marioo on the EQUAL Africa playlist, and see our chat with her below:
1. What is the one surprising thing your fans might not know about you?
I’m most creative and write my best songs when I’m in the bathroom
2. When did you realise that making music was in your destiny and what is your WHY for pursuing this craft?
I’ve always had a love for music and started learning musical instruments when I was five years old. But when I was 8 years old I performed on stage for the first time at a school talent show hall, on what looked like a ginormous stage but felt like home. From that day onwards, I knew that music was my destiny and the stage was where I belonged.
3. Which African songs or artists did you grow up listening to?
I grew up listening to such a wide variety of music. But P-Square was the duo that lit up my childhood! Growing up it was African artists like Davido, D’Banj, Tiwa Savage, and Sauti Sol, and songs like 2Baba’s “African Queen”, and Davido’s “Dami Duro” that made me fall in love with Afrobeats. And artists like Vanessa Mdee and Diamond Platnumz made me fall in love with Bongo Flava.
4. To someone who has never heard your music, how would you describe the sound, tone, and style?
My music is characterised by lively pop melodies and arrangements which allow me to show off my wide vocal range. A blend between Afropop and Bongo Flava in Swahili, English and French languages.
5. Any advice for someone dreading following their dreams?
My advice is to always follow your heart. If you are a dreamer and have big goals and aspirations, those dreams were placed in YOUR heart for a reason. It doesn’t matter how big, how far or how wide they may be, that dream is in YOUR heart and not anyone else’s because God knows YOU can achieve them.
As African storytelling continues to reach new audiences around the world, a new generation of filmmakers is stepping up with bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and stories that feel anything but ordinary. Helping to drive this momentum is the MultiChoice Talent Factory, which is setting the stage for Young Filmmakers Day ahead of its Awards Night on May 6.
This special gathering is more than a pre-awards celebration. It serves as a bridge connecting aspiring filmmakers with the industry experts who are actively shaping Africa’s creative economy. The focus is clear: create a space where talent meets opportunity, and where ideas are not only shared but refined into careers.
A Space for Audacious Storytelling
With the theme “Audacious Storytelling & Attracting The Right Opportunities,” the event is positioned as a call to action for young creatives across the continent. It reflects a growing shift in African storytelling, one that encourages risk-taking, originality, and authenticity.
From script development to production insights, participants will have the opportunity to engage directly with industry professionals, gaining practical guidance on how to navigate an increasingly competitive film landscape. The conversations are expected to move beyond inspiration into how stories are shaped, funded, and positioned for both local and global audiences.
Building the Next Generation of African Filmmakers
What makes Young Filmmakers Day significant is its intentional focus on access. For many emerging creatives, breaking into the film industry is not just about talent; it is about connection. This initiative seeks to close that gap by placing young storytellers in the same room as decision-makers, mentors, and established creators.
Backed by Canal+ through its investment in creative development across Africa, the program reinforces a long-term vision: to strengthen the continent’s storytelling pipeline and ensure African narratives continue to evolve on global platforms.
How to Participate
Aspiring filmmakers interested in attending are encouraged to register by sending an email to [email protected]. Slots are limited to reinforce the exclusivity and value of direct engagement with industry leaders.
Most people don’t take reality TV seriously, and honestly, it’s not hard to see why. From the outside, it looks like nothing more than fights, chaos, and unnecessary drama. For many, it’s just noise and entertainment with zero substance and absolutely no lessons to take away.
But that’s only if you’re watching on the surface.
Beyond the arguments and plot twists, reality TV is really just human behaviour on display, raw, unfiltered, and often under pressure. And when you pay closer attention, real lessons are hiding in plain sight. Not just about other people, but about yourself too, your reactions, your boundaries, your patience, and your emotional triggers.
Here are a few life lessons reality TV quietly teaches:
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Tolerance Isn’t Just a Buzzword
Reality shows throw together people from different backgrounds, personalities, and belief systems. Naturally, clashes happen. But it also highlights something important: not everyone will think, act, or respond like you, and that’s okay. Learning to coexist without constant conflict is a real-life skill a lot of people are still figuring out.
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Patience Will Save You From Unnecessary Chaos
Some of the biggest blow-ups on reality TV happen because someone reacts too quickly, no pause, no reflection, just emotion. Watching it unfold makes one thing clear: a little patience can prevent a lot of regret. Sometimes, not responding immediately is the smarter move.
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Self-Awareness Is Everything
It’s easy to judge contestants when you’re watching from your couch. “Why would they say that?” “Why are they acting like this?” But if you’re honest, you start to see bits of yourself, too. The impulsiveness, the defensiveness, the need to be understood. Reality TV can be an unexpected mirror if you let it.
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Not Everyone Is Your Friend (And That’s Okay)
Alliances form quickly on reality TV, but they break just as fast. Some people are with you for convenience, not loyalty. It sounds harsh, but it’s real. Not every connection in your life is meant to be deep or long-term. Learning to accept that and not take it personally is a quiet form of growth.
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Confidence Can Take You Further Than Perfection
You’ll often see contestants who aren’t the most skilled still go far simply because they believe in themselves. Meanwhile, more “qualified” people doubt themselves into silence or hesitation. Reality TV constantly shows that confidence opens doors. You don’t have to be perfect to stand out; you just have to show up as you belong.
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The Way You Handle Pressure Defines You
Anyone can seem composed when things are going well. The real test is pressure, deadlines, competition, conflict, and uncertainty. Reality TV compresses all of that into intense moments, and you see clearly who crumbles, who adapts, and who thrives. It’s a reminder that growth often happens in uncomfortable situations, not easy ones.
At the end of the day, reality TV isn’t really about the drama; it’s about people being placed in situations that strip away filters and force real reactions. And once you see it that way, it becomes less about entertainment and more about observation.
So, even if it doesn’t look like it at first glance, shows like The Real Housewives of Lagos, The Real Housewives of Atlanta, Love & Hip Hop, and other lifestyle reality series often watched on platforms like GOtv aren’t just about the chaos on screen. They quietly reflect everyday human behaviour and sometimes even offer a bit of self-reflection in the process.
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By Dipo Olowookere
Popular Nigerian actor, Lateef Adedimeji, has announced the birth of three boys by his actress wife, Adebimpe Oyebade, also known as MoBimpe.
In a video shared on social media on Friday, the Airtel Nigeria ambassador said his wife had given birth to the triplets before now but had kept the news close to his chest.
“I’ve been quiet… not absent.
“I was building, protecting, and embracing the greatest blessing of my life.
“God gave me more than I prayed for: a woman who became a mother of three, and three kings to call my own.
My world. My responsibility. My legacy. Alhamdulilah,” he wrote on X, formerly Twitter, this morning.
At a colourful wedding on December 18, 2021, in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Lateef married his wife, with fans expecting them to announce this news.
I’ve been quiet… not absent.
I was building, protecting, and embracing the greatest blessing of my life.
God gave me more than I prayed for
a woman who became a mother of three, and three kings to call my own 👑👑👑My world. My responsibility. My legacy.
Alhamdulilah! ✨ pic.twitter.com/ZQRXrrG9wO
— Adedimeji Lateef (@TheDimejiLateef) May 1, 2026
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