As a standout artist of his generation, President of Enjoyment Joe Ikon is dominating airwaves with his track “Pang’ono.” Widely played and praised for its ‘danceable’ beat, the song is presented as a fun ‘party anthem,’ but this review argues that it exposes the risks of partying and alcohol, showing the cycle of temptation, enjoyment, and consequences. The storyline is straightforward yet powerful. The song begins with a confident announcement: “Ikon wafika, no ID chinzika” a bold announcement of presence that immediately sets the party tone. From the start, the listener is placed in a vibrant nightlife scene. The repeated word “pang’ono” translates to “little” and becomes central to the storyline: it reflects how trying to enjoy just a little can easily get people into trouble.

In a disturbing trend, several high-profile Malawian celebrities have had their social media accounts hacked, highlighting the growing threat of cybercrime in the country. The latest victim is musician Nepman, whose Facebook page with 355k followers was compromised while he was in America. Nepman’s experience serves as a warning to other celebrities and individuals with large online followings. He revealed that he lost access to his page on Saturday afternoon, initially believing it to be a minor technical issue. However, his concern turned to alarm when an explicit photo was posted on his page without his consent.

The fashion world is abuzz with excitement as Chitoliro Productions announces Lorraine Shaquan Kljajic as the recipient of the prestigious 2025 UMP Fashion Lifetime Achievement Award. This esteemed honor recognizes individuals who have made profound contributions to the fashion industry, and Kljajic’s impressive career makes her the perfect candidate. With a career spanning multiple ventures, Kljajic has been a driving force in promoting cultural diversity and empowering women. Her dedication to elevating African fashion and culture has earned her widespread recognition and admiration. The UMP Fashion Lifetime Achievement Award is a testament to Kljajic’s tireless efforts to shape the fashion and cultural landscape.

Dancehall musician Don Tarz expressed his disappointment over the challenges facing the Malawian dancehall scene, likening it to the mineral-rich Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where local resources primarily benefit outsiders. He emphasized that, like a flame that attracts but doesn’t warm, many Malawian dancehall artists can energize a crowd but struggle to seize financial opportunities. In light of this, in a post on his official Facebook page, Tarz highlighted the memorial show for the late hip-hop artist Martse as an example of a successful monetization strategy, where attendees were allowed to pay at the door. He elaborated on this by describing the approach as an effective way to support their efforts, noting, “You have to make hay while the sun shines.” Unfortunately, this is not the case for the dancehall community, where events like the memorial show for the late dancehall artist Mafunyeta are consistently organized for free,

By Durell Namasani Musician Jay Jay Cee has teamed up with his newly signed artist Man Chi in a brand new song titled ‘Wadongo’. The song has been produced at Jay Jay Cee’s RAJ Nation studios and the video has been directed by Director Kante. This is the second single from Jay Jay Cee this year as he released another single in January titled ‘Khuzumule’ featuring Waxy Kay and Chain oh abebu

JB’s non-political initiative, “Mavyete Malawi Food Relief,” has successfully raised 19,950,000 Kwacha which will be used to donate maize in Malawi amid the country’s economic challenges. This achievement comes from contributions by over 80 citizens in the diaspora, particularly from America. Musician and social media influencer JB, born Alberto Fernando Zacarias, announced this on Tuesday via his official Facebook page, where he listed the names of contributors. Mac Zakulanda and another anonymous individual were the top donors, each contributing $250, approximately 1 million Kwacha based on the black market exchange rate. In a live session, JB, full of vitality, expressed his appreciation for all contributors and assured the public that maize distribution will be conducted before the end of this month to areas that are yet to be identified as hunger-stricken.

After an extended break from the urban music scene, hip-hop artists Diktator and Isu have made a comeback with a new remix of IKK’s track “Ndabweranso,” which also features artists such as Hyphen, BeeJay, Daredevilz, Blak Jak, Barry One, Base Cube and Mafo. This exciting collaboration marks a significant return for both artists, captivating fans old and new. Isu, who rose to prominence in the urban music scene with the song “Gifted Swag” in 2012, has been inactive in music for over a decade; the same is true for Diktator. However, Diktator attempted a comeback in 2022 with the tracks “Kunyapa,” featuring Macelba, and “Lekeni,” with Saint. Despite the challenges they faced, it’s clear that both artists have rekindled their passion for music, and their return has sparked new interest.

Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (Macra) director general Daudi Suleman has encouraged creatives to prioritise indigenous platforms for local content monetisation instead of relying solely on big tech platforms like YouTube and Facebook. He made the remarks in Lilongwe during a meeting with representatives from the creative sector, on how to effectively monetise their content on global digital platforms. In his presentation, Suleman highlighted challenges affecting the local creative industry’s ability to benefit from platforms like YouTube and Facebook, including low Internet connectivity and widespread digital illiteracy.

Dancehall artist Daniel Chiumia, better known as Star Wargon, has released his new single “PA Chest,” featuring Kay Stevoh. The song explores deep feelings of love, comparing a man’s devotion to a river that flows endlessly for the woman he loves. This marks Wargon’s second collaboration with Kay Stevo, following their successful track “Thamanga” in 2017. Wargon crafted the beat for “PA Chest” and invited Kay Stevo to contribute a hook. As the saying goes, “Two heads are better than one,” and their teamwork shines through in this track. The production features talents like Kaluchi, Ras L, and Wenasi Beats, while the music video, directed by Lang K, brings the song’s heartfelt narrative to life.

Gospel singer Esther Chitheka who has just been signed by Porch Time Records, has released her first song this year titled “Wafika” Produced by Paul Kachala, the song was released on Friday morning alongside its music video which has already received an overwhelming response from music lovers. Esther Chitheka,daughter to Chitheka Family lead singer, Apostle Enesia Chitheka, came in the limelight in 2015 after being featured in Faith Musa’s song “Desperate” (Reggae Remix).

Renowned musicians Lawi, Lulu, Kell Kay and Gwamba have organised a music show to raise funds for fellow artist Tay Grin who lost millions of property in a fire accident early this month. According to Lawi, the show dubbed ‘From The Ashes’ will take place on April 5 at Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe. Lawi further revealed that BICC have offered the place for free to show their support to the hip-hop artist. Veteran musician Giddes Chalamanda is also expected to perform on the day. Tay Grin lost millions’ worth property following fire that razed down his room in Lilongwe.