General Donations

African music is the world’s heartbeat.

From Fela Kuti to Burna Boy, Lagos to Johannesburg, its rhythms shape global sound. Yet behind every hit lies a deeper story—one that risks being lost without care.

For nearly four decades, Afropop Worldwide has been the trusted voice preserving these stories. Since 1988, we’ve built an archive of rare interviews, performances, and cultural insights—used by scholars, cherished by fans, and celebrated by artists themselves. In an era of algorithm-driven playlists and fleeting trends, we dig deeper. We connect griots to TikTok stars, highlife pioneers to Afrofusion innovators.

But this work can’t continue without you. Without support, the archive dims. Future generations lose a vital record of Africa’s greatest creative force.

Here’s what your sustaining gift makes possible:

• $10/month keeps rare recordings online and accessible worldwide
• $25/month funds new stories that connect today’s hits to their roots
• $50/month supports the preservation of our vast digital archive

As a monthly sustainer, you’ll receive exclusive playlists of hidden gems and new discoveries—plus chances to win treasures from our vinyl vault. More than perks, you’ll join a global community dedicated to keeping the music alive.

Keep the stories flowing. Keep the music alive. Become a sustainer today.