Top African music podcast Afrobeats Intelligence has returned for its fifth season, bringing a fresh lineup of conversations with some of the most important voices shaping the Afrobeats industry today.
Hosted by Nigerian music journalist and critic Joey Akan, the new season features interviews with artists and industry figures including Shallipopi, Wale, Sarz, Ladipoe, Kcee, Joshua Baraka, BOJ, Dr. Sid, Magixx, Wale Davies (Tec of Show Dem Camp), Winny, Aniko, Alhaji Popping, and Jyde Ajala, among others.
Season Five is presented by OkayAfrica and officially sponsored by Martell.
Since its launch, Afrobeats Intelligence has become known for its in-depth conversations about the people, structures, and realities behind Africa’s rapidly growing music industry. The podcast often explores the politics of music, the business side of the industry, and the personal journeys of artists and executives navigating global success.
Speaking about the new season, Joey Akan said the upcoming episodes will expand the scope of the discussions.
According to him, the previous season featured conversations with key artists, executives, and cultural figures explaining how the Afrobeats ecosystem works. Season Five, he said, will go further by offering deeper insights into the people shaping African music’s future and global impact.
The podcast continues its collaboration with OkayAfrica, which first partnered with the show during its fourth season.
Isha Sesay, CEO of Areya Media, the parent company of OkayAfrica has said the organization is proud to continue supporting the platform and its storytelling around African music and culture.
Season Five of Afrobeats Intelligence is currently streaming on YouTube and across major podcast platforms.