Covering African Music for 37 Years

True before streaming.

Still true now.

The algorithm won't take you where we go.

From Lagos to Havana, Bamako to Brooklyn, Afropop Worldwide has spent nearly four decades following stories that move through music — documenting the artists, sounds, and cultures that shape the global African diaspora. Your support keeps those stories alive.

Since 1988, we've built something rare: an independent archive of interviews, performances, and deep cultural reporting trusted by scholars, treasured by fans, and celebrated by artists themselves. We are one of the longest-running music programs in public radio history, Peabody Award-winning, and one of the only platforms dedicated to African and diaspora music at this depth.

Independence has a cost. Listener support isn't just welcome — it's essential. Every dollar you give directly funds the music, the stories, and the artists who make this work matter.

Become a sustaining member today.

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What Your Gift Supports

The Music

Our flagship public radio program and podcast bring you sounds and stories from more than 30 countries, with an unmatched archive available free at Afropop.org.

The Artists

From emerging talents to living legends, we support African and diaspora musicians through coverage, touring partnerships, and our new Living Room Series — intimate, Tiny Desk-style performances from our home studio.

The Archive

Partnerships with Wesleyan University and the Archive of Contemporary Music are helping us preserve four decades of recordings, interviews, and cultural documentation for future generations.

The Future

We're building a multi-year plan to make Afropop an enduring institution — ensuring the next generation of African artists always has a platform and a champion.

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Stories move through music. We follow them.
Your gift keeps us going.

Make your tax-deductible gift today and help ensure that the rich musical heritage of Africa continues to inspire and educate future generations.

You can mail a check to:

World Music Productions, Inc.
367 St. Marks Avenue, #72
Brooklyn, New York 11238

World Music Productions has an active profile on Benevity. You can double or even triple your generous contribution to Afropop Worldwide.

When donating through your Donor Advised Fund (DAF), search our legal name for our 501(c)3 organization, World Music Productions, Inc.

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