#4 Feat. Hype in Afro House

Afrosteria proudly delivers We Dont Play The Same Afro, a hard-hitting Afro tech release from South African artist Octavez. Raw, deep, and uncompromising, this track is built with one purpose: to move the dancefloor. We Dont Play The Same Afro is a straight-up Afro tech banger, driven by irresistible arpeggios, massive percussion, and a deep, rolling groove that locks dancers in from the first beat. Dark textures and powerful low-end energy create an intense atmosphere, while the driving rhythm keeps the momentum high throughout. Designed for peak-time club moments and underground dancefloors, this release showcases Afro tech in its purest form — bold, deep, and impossible to ignore.

Octavez

#42 Feat. Staff Picks in Afro House

Afrosteria is proud to present Kuqala, the stunning debut release from Xinka, a rising female DJ and producer based in Dubai. For her very first track, she joins forces with acclaimed South African vocalist Tabia to deliver a deep Afro house gem that captures both emotion and dancefloor energy in perfect harmony. Kuqala is everything deep Afro house should be—powerful, soulful, and hypnotic. Driven by a deep bassline and bold, immersive synths, the track builds around Tabias enchanting voice, whose delivery adds depth, meaning, and undeniable beauty to the production. The result is a journey that transcends the typical club track—music that speaks to the soul as much as it moves the body. The atmospheric break is where Kuqala truly breathes, creating space for reflection before rising into a groove that invites you to dance the night away. A confident and captivating debut, Xinka makes it clear shes a name to watch in the global Afro house scene.

Tabia, Xinka

#56 Feat. Hype in Afro House

Afrosteria proudly presents Ngivumeleni, a powerful Afro house collaboration crafted by Domboshaba — the joint project of Shona SA & DJ Fresh SA — alongside the soulful voices of Philasande and Emoji SA. This release embodies the essence of true Afro sound, blending authenticity, emotion, and movement. Ngivumeleni is built on rich, organic percussion that invites the body to move, while warm pads and melodic textures create emotional depth throughout the journey. Philasande and Emoji SA deliver beautiful, heartfelt vocal performances, adding spirit and storytelling to the track, perfectly supported by Domboshabas refined and expressive production. The result is an Afro house piece that feels pure, rooted, and uplifting — a track that touches the heart as much as it ignites the dancefloor.

PhilaSande, Domboshaba, Emoji SA

#78 Feat. Staff Picks in Afro House

Afrosteria proudly unveils Ahhotep, a striking new release by Fiddla, diving into the deeper, spiritual side of Afro house. Drawing inspiration from ancient energy and tribal heritage, Fiddla delivers a hypnotic and emotionally charged track that feels both timeless and powerful. Ahhotep is built on heavy, rolling percussion and a mesmerizing Afro-tribal vocal, creating a ritualistic and entrancing atmosphere from the very first beat. As the track evolves, a huge emotional piano break takes center stage — a moment of intensity and beauty that elevates the entire journey before dropping back into deep, grounded rhythms. The title pays homage to Ahhotep I, an ancient Egyptian queen whose legacy symbolizes strength and resilience. Fiddla channels that spirit into a track that feels ceremonial, expressive, and deeply connected to Afro-rooted tradition. This is deep Afro house at its finest — hypnotic, emotional, and crafted for dancers who connect with music on a spiritual level.

Fiddla

#85 Feat. Staff Picks in Afro House

Afrosteria proudly opens the new year with Impendulo, a stunning Afro house release by Belgian rising talent Bastin. Following his first appearance on Magnifik, Bastin returns with a powerful production that blends emotional depth, dark energy, and pure dancefloor drive. Impendulo is a deep Afro house journey where heavy basslines and striking percussions set the foundation for a hypnotic groove. The tracks vocal layers and uplifting synth progressions build tension and release, taking listeners into an euphoric state while maintaining a darker, club-oriented edge. Balancing atmosphere and energy, Impendulo captures Afrosterias vision for 2026 - deep, emotional, and ready for the worlds dancefloors.

Bongi Silinda, Bastin (BE)