“Rasanble” by Steeve J. Bryan and Dina FDA, Roody Roodboy Teams Up with Colmix, Leyla McCalla Performs at the Oscars

Haiti

Haitian singer Dina FDA and rapper Steeve J. Bryan have released “Rasanble,” accompanied by a music video published on March 15, 2026. The track blends elements of traditional Haitian roots music, particularly rara, with contemporary production, addressing themes of unity and social dynamics.

At the same time, DJ and producer Colmix collaborated with Roody Roodboy on “M’anvi Ploge,” a track quickly followed by a video release on digital platforms.

Rapper Watson-G has unveiled “Oparavan,” continuing a personal and introspective narrative introduced in his previous project.

Taking a more reflective approach, Dèf Fondamental presents “Moso Mwen Menm,” the latest single from the album Granmèt, built around a minimalist visual concept.

Other releases add to the musical landscape: Mebel Brun introduces “Men Mennaj ou,” from the album Fenomèn, while Rosemika marks her return with “Brisé,” a track influenced by R&B and soul.

Finally, artist Melo Man releases “Haitian Queen,” a tribute to Haitian women, combining dancehall and ragamuffin influences.

Diaspora

Musician Leyla McCalla performed at the 98th Academy Awards in Los Angeles, as part of a segment dedicated to the film Sinners, alongside Raphael Saadiq and Miles Caton.

The film The Garden We Dreamed, directed by Joaquin Del Paso, received multiple major awards at the Málaga Film Festival. Featuring Haitian actors Néhémie Bastien and Faustin Pierre, the film explores migration through a family narrative.

The city of Miramar has announced the 13th edition of the Rhythms of Africa Festival, scheduled for April 2026, highlighting connections between cultures, heritage, and diasporas.

Artist Schneider Léon Hilaire presents his exhibition “La Traversée des nuits partagées” at the French Institute of Benin in Cotonou, continuing his work focused on memory and cultural circulation.

International

K-pop group BTS has announced its return in 2026 with a new album titled “ARIRANG,” accompanied by a world tour and a concert broadcast on Netflix. The comeback marks a new phase following a hiatus.

Writer Boualem Sansal is leaving Gallimard to join Grasset after more than 25 years of collaboration, in a context shaped by tensions related to his personal situation.

The African Book Fair in Paris is dedicating its fifth edition to youth, highlighting authors from Africa and its diasporas. Among them, Philomé Robert presents Port-au-Prince Cotonou, un écho sans retour, while Nail Ver Ndoye introduces the children’s book On dit que les girafes sont en Afrique, exploring stories across multiple territories.

Soraya Ades