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The Architect of Uganda’s Sound 🇺🇬 Joshua Baraka isn’t just part of the conversation - he’s redefining it. 🎶1.7M+ Monthly Spotify Listeners. 🎶#1 Most-streamed artist in East Africa (March 2026) 🎶 2.5M+ Views on the “Morocco” global breakout. The Baraka Aesthetic: Self-taught multi-instrumentalist, unapologetically himself. The Inflection Point: Morocco Remix ft. #shenseea bridged Uganda, the Caribbean, and the diaspora. The Recognition: 2026 @MOBOAwards nominee - Best African Music Act. ⭐️ The Evolution: From Juvie to Girl in Ibiza, the blueprint for modern African exports.

SA Chart Pulse – 27 March 📊🇿🇦 Brought to you by @CSAglobal_ — where chart momentum meets culture. This week’s chart shows the power of discovery platforms. Deezer and Shazam are driving movement, proving that in South Africa, listeners don’t just stream — they search, discover and move culture. Top 10 This Week: 1️⃣ @realsamdeep holds #1 with “Thandaza”, Strong @Shazam activity continues to anchor the track at the top, showing the power of real-world discovery translating into chart dominance. 2️⃣ Jakkals Vibes stays at #2 as “Heeltemal Stom” continues its momentum as a @Deezer favourite. Consistent streaming keeps Jakkals Vibes firmly in the #2 position. 3️⃣ #sombr climbs to #3 with “Homewrecker”, gaining strong traction on @Deezer and streaming platforms this week. 4️⃣ #oliviadeano is rebounds to #4 with “Man I Need” surging back into the Top 5 with major @Deezer momentum, marking one of the week’s biggest upward moves. 5️⃣ @taylorswift13 holds 5 as “The Fate of Ophelia” remains steady in the Top 5, continuing to perform strongly on @Deezer . 6️⃣ @alexwaarren slips to 6, “Ordinary” remains a consistent @Deezer performer, staying in the Top 10 despite a slight drop. 7️⃣ #dominicfike drops to 7, “Babydoll” continues to hold streaming traction, maintaining a presence in the Top 10. 8️⃣ #ntencane_wamagitaramusic moves down to 8, “UKHETHE MINA” continues to generate @Shazam searches, showing ongoing listener discovery even as the track slips slightly. 9️⃣ #itsbellakayyy holds on at 9, “iloveitiloveitiloveit” spends another week in the Top 10 with continued @Deezer streaming support. 🔟 #elevationworship enters the Top 10.“Jesus Be The Name (feat. Tiffany Hudson)” is ithis week’s biggest mover. jumps into the Top 10 after a major @Deezer streaming surge. 💡 Insight: Discovery platforms are shaping the chart. Shazam shows what people are searching for in the real world, while Deezer is driving streaming momentum. Together, they’re influencing the cultural pulse of the country right now.

A two-year vision. A hands-on process. A distinctive creative perspective. 🪡🧵 #kenanvkooij is a new voice in South African fashion, redefining what materials can become. His latest piece, a gown crafted entirely from recycled plastic bottles: Every bottle sourced, cleaned, cut, melted & moulded by hand. Two years in the making, a crystal-like texture that transforms waste into something sculptural and refined. At a time when fashion moves fast, #kenanvkooij moves deliberately, his practice rooted in sustainability, patience, and craft. A designer not just making garments. Reshaping how we think about fashion’s future. 📸 #kenanvkooij #CSAGlobal #KenanVanKooij #FashionForward

Amapiano hit maker and culture shifter @FOCALISTIC , has been named an official @adidasfootball ambassador. He left the pitch for the studio. The pitch never forgot him. 🇿🇦 •⁠ @FOCALISTIC is officially an @adidasfootball ambassador, carrying #bafanabafanaofficial , Amapiano, and real Diski culture onto the world stage. The streets always knew South Africa was global. Now the world does too. ⚽🔥 📸 @FOCALISTIC #adidasFootball #BafanaBafana #Focalistic #DiskiCulture #CSAGlobal

🎶 SA Chart Pulse – 20 March   Brought to you by @CSAglobal_ — where chart momentum meets culture. This week’s Top 10 shows how quickly the pulse can shift. Local stars fill the vacuum left by quieter global releases, and the influence of @Deezer and @Shazam looms large. 1. @realsamdeep stays at #1 with “Thandaza” – although his Pulse Score is lower than last week, continued @Shazam searches keep him in front.   2. Jakkals Vibes rockets to #2 as “Heeltemal Stom” dominates @Deezer playlists; a 13‑place jump proves the earworm’s staying power.   3. #alexwarren climbs to #3 with “Ordinary”; his acoustic hit resonates strongly on @Deezer and shows that stripped‑back pop can cut through.   4. #dominicfike jumps in at #4; “Babydoll” remains a streaming staple and pushes him into the conversation.   5. @taylorswift13 rounds out the Top 5; “The Fate of Ophelia” continues to ride its @Deezer wave even as other songs surge.   6. #sombr is the week’s biggest mover, leaping 32 spots to #6 with “12 to 12” thanks to a surge of @Deezer streams and social buzz.   7. #ntencane_wamagitaramusic slides to 7; “UKHETHE MINA” cools off after dominating @Shazam in earlier weeks but still shows cross‑platform resilience.   8. #itsbellakayyy enters the Top 10 at 8 with “iloveitiloveitiloveit”; this pop‑dance hybrid proves home‑grown hits are on the rise.   9. #noahkahanmusic debuts at 9; “Porch Light” signals a global pop moment resonating with SA listeners.   10. #thesilentpartnerpune rounds out the list; “Im Learning (feat. IVEY.H)” surges on @Shazam to claim 10. 💡 Insight: With fewer blockbuster releases, local genres like pop, house and alternative rock fill the void. Deezer and Shazam drive discovery, showing fans actively seeking new sounds rather than waiting for radio or playlists. The chart reinforces how agile South African listeners are, embracing both domestic talent and global newcomers.

A defining win on the global stage. 🇿🇦🥇 Adriaan Wildschutt became the first South African to win the New York City Half Marathon, crossing the line in a blistering 59:30. 🇺🇸 A performance built on precision, discipline, and world-class execution, in one of the most competitive fields in road running. A national record holder redefining South African distance running on the global stage: 🏆 3,000m - National Record Holder 🏆 5,000m - National Record Holder 🏆 10,000m - National Record Holder 🏆 NYC Half Marathon - First South African Winner | 59:30 With consistency, composure, and a relentless drive for progression, this is not just a milestone, it’s a signal of what’s still to come. 🚀 Definitely a career in ascent! 🙂‍↔️

#saftassa contender. Screen presence. @BonkoKhoza continues to cement his place among South Africa’s most compelling talents. From Soweto to screens around the world, Bonko is steadily establishing himself as one of the country’s most powerful actors. This year he earned major nominations for: •⁠ ⁠Ithonga Mzansi Magic •⁠ Mabaso Family Reunion Netflix •⁠ Heart of The Hunter Netflix Known for his immersive “Stripping Away” acting approach, he builds each character from the inside out. A Fine Arts graduate, Bonko often sketches and visualises his roles before stepping onto set. Artist. Actor. Storyteller. Swipe to step inside the craft of Bonko Khoza. 🇿🇦 📸 @BonkoKhoza #BonkoKhoza #CSAGlobal #SAFTA

SA Chart Pulse – Week of 13 March 2026 Where chart momentum meets culture. South Africa’s music landscape keeps shifting. This week’s SA Chart Pulse captures who’s truly connecting across Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, Shazam, Deezer and radio. Here’s your Top 10 and the stories behind the numbers. 🎵 Top 10 – March 14 2026 1️⃣ @realsamdeep – “Shela (feat. Mano)” is now the country’s biggest cross‑platform track. Shazam searches and YouTube views push Sam Deep to #1. His amapiano anthem proves momentum can build week over week. 2️⃣ #oliviadeano – Olivia slips from the top but still posts huge scores on @AppleMusic and radio. “Man I Need” remains a pop‑soul favourite and shows her staying power across formats. 3️⃣ #ntencane_wamagitaramusic– Ntencane holds at #3. “UKHETHE MINA” continues to trend on @youtubemusic , proving traditional sounds can thrive in the digital era. 4️⃣ Feza – Feza climbs with “Umaqondana”, driven by YouTube streams and grassroots #tiktok traction. His pan‑African appeal keeps growing. 5️⃣ #kabelomotha_ – The king of Amapiano storms back into the Top 5. His latest single “Khanya Njalo” and catalogue hits on @AppleMusic fuel a sharp rebound. 6️⃣ #alexwarren –“Ordinary” keeps Alex in the mix. He remains a @Deezer favourite as his acoustic pop resonates with SA listeners. 7️⃣ #harrystyles – The global pop star debuts on the SA Chart Pulse with “American Girls”, capturing @Deezer and streaming attention. International icons still have a place amid local dominance. 8️⃣ #champagnepapi – “Headlines” keeps the Canadian rapper in the Top 10, though competition from rising locals nudges him lower. @AppleMusic streams remain his strength. 9️⃣ @Santandave1  – UK rapper Dave’s “Raindance (feat. Tems)” continues its slow burn across radio and @AppleMusic . Consistency is his game. 🔟 #maero_mfr_souls_tumelo – The @Shazam  ‑fuelled Amapiano producer rounds out the Top 10 with “Ngbambe Duze (feat. MFR Souls & DJ Maphorisa)”. It’s a reminder that a single viral moment can secure a chart position. 📈 Who’s Moving •⁠ ⁠#kabelomotha_ logs the biggest jump, leaping five spots back into the Top 5. •⁠ ⁠#harrystyles’ surprise debut shows that global pop still cuts through in South Africa. •⁠ ⁠#realsamdeep’s steady climb to #1 underscores how sustained Shazam and streaming growth beat a one‑week spike. Cross‑platform engagement – not just one chart – decides these rankings. Share your predictions for next week’s movers!

Zimbabwean-born. Joburg-based. Confronting identity on every canvas. #samurai_farai “Masks of Modernity” series explores the roles we perform daily, mental health, masculinity and the masks we wear on and off the canvas. From large-scale murals to wearable collectibles and brand work with @MercedesBenz , his art sits where street culture meets fine art. His work doesn’t whisper. It confronts. 📸 #samurai_farai #SamuraiFarai #AfricanArt #CSAGlobal

SA Chart Pulse – Week of 6 March 2026 Brought to you by @CSAglobal_ 🔥 Where chart momentum meets culture. Top 10 SA Artists This Week – Who’s Really Winning Where? 1. #oliviadeano returns to #1 – Her new single “So Easy (To Fall In Love)” propels her back to the top with a 104 % Pulse Score jump. Apple Music spins and national airplay fuel her comeback. 2. @realsamdeep holds steady at #2 – “Thandaza” continues to dominate @Shazam searches and Apple Music, keeping the Amapiano producer firmly in contention. 3. #ntencane_wamagitaramusic slides to #3 – Despite dropping two spots, the Maskandi hit “UKHETHE MINA” remains a @Shazam favourite and keeps Ntencane in the upper tier. 4. #taylorswift eases to #4 – “The Fate of Ophelia” cools slightly on @Deezer , but the global pop icon stays Top 5 with cross‑platform support. 5. Feza holds #5 – “Umaqondana” keeps racking up @youtubemusic views and @Shazam tags, maintaining Feza’s presence. 6. #champagnepapi roars back at 6 – “Headlines” re‑enters SA playlists, driving a dramatic return and the week’s biggest rank jump. 7. @BrunoMars debuts at 7 – “I Just Might” hits 1 on airplay, catapulting Bruno into the Top 10 for the first time this season. 8. #alexwarren climbs back into the top 10 at 8 – His dreamy pop single “Fever Dream” resonates on @Deezer and #tiktok, giving him fresh momentum. 9. @Santandave1 slips to 9 – “Raindance (feat. Tems)” still posts solid @AppleMusic numbers but loses ground to the week’s newcomers. 10. #kabelomotha_ rounds out the Top 10 – Kabza De Small returns with “Ngyozama” and a string of new features, pushing him back into the chart. Who’s Climbing? ⭐️ • #oliviadeano posts the week’s biggest gain, leaping from 4 to 1. • #champagnepapi and @BrunoMars crash the party, entering the Top 10 after being absent last week. • rockets back into the Top 10 thanks to renewed streaming and airplay. Why This Matters 🔊❕ These shifts underscore that a hit’s lifespan depends on more than pure streams: it’s about discovery, replay and cross‑platform resonance. A radio climb or a TikTok trend can propel an artist up the Pulse Score while others plateau. Understanding this dynamic helps artists and brands align with what the culture is actually feeling in real time.

Some artists document culture. Naledi Modupi is busy defining it. 👩‍🎨 From the walls of Sea Point to global brand campaigns, Naledi Modupi has been quietly building one of the most important visual languages in contemporary African art. Her work centres Black womanhood not as subject matter, but as the whole point. ⭐️ Through her iconic “31 Faces 31 Voices” project, collaborations with artists like #sha.miso, and partnerships with brands like #birkenstockza and #cocacolaza, she’s proven that bold, reductive lines and deep cultural roots don’t just belong in galleries. They belong everywhere. Johannesburg-based. Globally felt. 🎨🖤

Nigerian-British. Peckham-raised. Hollywood-certified. And now; Formula 1’s Global Brand Ambassador. #DamsonIdris already lived the grid on the big screen alongside Brad Pitt in F1: The Movie. Now he’s stepping off the set and into the sport for real. Culture. Ambition. Authenticity.  The grid just got all three. 🏁 #DamsonIdris #F1 #CSAGlobal

SA Chart Pulse – Week of 27 February 2026 Brought to you by @CSAglobal_ 🔥 Where chart momentum meets culture. Top 10 SA Artists This Week – Who’s Really Winning Where?  1.⁠ ⁠#ntencane_wamagitaramusic leaps to #1 – After hovering mid‑chart last week, Ntencane surges to the top with “UKHETHE MINA.” This Maskandi star sees heavy @Shazam tags and a @youtubemusic surge, making him the week’s biggest climber.  2.⁠ ⁠#realsamdeep holds the #2 spot – “Shela (feat. Mano)” continues to hold listeners on @youtubemusic and @Shazam . Sam Deep remains a cross‑platform force, dropping just one place as new competition heats up.  3.⁠ ⁠#taylorswift climbs back into the top three – “The Fate of Ophelia” regains steam on @Deezer , lifting Taylor two places up the chart and proving her global appeal hasn’t cooled.  4.⁠ ⁠#oliviadeano slips to #4 – Her new single “So Easy (To Fall In Love)” remains a radio favorite but can’t quite fend off fresh challengers. Still, Olivia’s soulful pop keeps her firmly in the upper tier.  5.⁠ ⁠Feza dips to #5 – “Umaqondana” loses a bit of momentum, though strong @youtubemusic numbers keep Feza in the mix.  6.⁠ ⁠#sombr jumps to #6 – The mysterious act behind “12 to 12” rockets from #12 to #6 thanks to airplay buzz and @Deezer streams. One to watch.  7.⁠ ⁠#santandave slips slightly to #7 – “Raindance (feat. Tems)” is still winning fans on @Deezer , though newer hits push the UK rapper down one spot.  8.⁠ ⁠#mylessmithuk holds steady at #8 – “Stay (If You Wanna Dance)” keeps the singer‑songwriter firmly on the chart with a balanced mix of airplay and streaming.  9.⁠ ⁠#teddysphotos returns to the Top 10 – “Bad Habits” rebounds on radio, bringing Ed back to #9 after weeks out of the spotlight. 10.⁠ ⁠#bensonboone rounds out the Top 10 – “Beautiful Things” remains a @Deezer favorite, helping Benson maintain his foothold. Who’s Climbing? ❕ •⁠ ⁠#ntencane_wamagitaramusic storms up from #7 to #1 with a 36 % spike in his Pulse Score. •⁠ ⁠#sombr and #teddysphotos make eye‑catching moves, cracking the Top 10 and signalling new waves in local listening habits. •⁠ ⁠#taylorswift proves longevity matters, a slight rebound lands her back in the top three despite tough competition. Why This Matters ⭐️ Charting isn’t just about one platform; it’s about how fans discover, connect and keep coming back.. This week’s SA Chart Pulse shows how a grassroots Maskandi hit can topple global superstars, how Deezer and YouTube spikes reshape the leaderboard, and how returning favorites continue to inspire loyalty. Who’s your pick for next week? Drop your predictions and keep your finger on the pulse. 🙂‍↔️

Belgian DJ-producer #miro_vh is fast becoming a global force, with 330K+ followers across TikTok and Instagram, over 3 million total likes, and posts averaging 160K views as his fanbase continues to surge. 🇧🇪🇿🇦 Known for high-energy Afro House, Amapiano and Gqom edits that feel built for main-stage moments, he’s delivered standout festival sets, including @tomorrowland , while touring packed dance floors across Europe and Africa. Along the way, he’s cultivated a fiercely loyal South African audience that shows up every time. With new releases landing and global stages calling, #miro_vh isn’t just on the rise, he’s arriving. 🚀 Tag a friend who needs to hear MIRO next! #CSASpotlight #MIRO #CSAGlobal

SA Chart Pulse – Week of 20 February 2026 Brought to you by @CSAglobal_ – where chart momentum meets culture. Top 10 rundown 🏆 1️⃣ #realcoleworld – “Two Six” dominates with multiple charting tracks. Hip‑hop remains on top. 2️⃣ #oliviadeano – “So Easy (To Fall In Love)” holds at #2 as her new single connects deeply. 3️⃣ @realsamdeep – “Shela (feat. Mano)” stays at #3 with a different smash, proving his catalogue depth. 4️⃣ Feza – “Umaqondana” a slight dip but still a Top 5 mainstay. 5️⃣ @taylorswift13 – “The Fate of Ophelia” climbs one spot despite modest gains, showing persistent pop power. 6️⃣ @Santandave1 – “Raindance (feat. Tems)” is down one place but remains a fan favourite. 7️⃣ #ntencane_wamagitaramusic – “Engalobolile (feat. KaMaphanga)” is a new entry, proving the cultural power of Maskandi; is this week’s breakout. 8️⃣ @MylesSmithUK – “Stay (If You Wanna Dance)” continues his upward climb, reaching a new peak of #8. 9️⃣ #champagnepapi – returns to the Top 10 with “Headlines”, thanks to surging streams and radio spins. 🔟 @bensonboone – “Beautiful Things” holds at #10 with steady airplay and social engagement. Movers & Shakers 🙂‍↔️ • #ntencane_wamagitaramusic delivers the week’s biggest debut, reflecting the growing Maskandi wave. • @realsamdeep showcases catalogue strength by switching hits and maintaining his top‑tier status. • #champagnepapi returns with a 63% spike in his Pulse Score. • #teddysphotos and #alexwarren drop out of the Top 10 as competition intensifies. Our Pulse Scores combine performance across streaming, radio, airplay and discovery platforms like Shazam. They capture not just who is playing but where the culture is engaging. Who will rise next? Share your predictions and stay tuned for next week’s cross‑platform pulse. 🚀👀