DJ Hashtag is also part of the bill at @Mzindalifestyle Fashion Show set for this evening at Golden Peacock Hotel in Lilongwe. His set is proudly sponsored by the UMP.
Singer Zonke has fueled speculation about a move to Madness Entertainment after changing his Facebook name to Zonke Madness earlier today.
The name change aligns with the branding format used by artists signed to the label though it has not issued an official statement.
UMP DJs Clame and Hashtag will star at La-Cafe in Blantyre during an event dubbed Saturday Vibes alongside DJ V2G this evening. The event is powered by UMP, La-Cafe and MCA Entercom.
See you there!
The wait is over! UMP MUST CYPHER 2026 is officially out now.
The first of our 15 UMP College/university Cyphers set for release.
https://t.co/e0myAKQe1I
Zambian duo the @Organisedfamil1 made up of brothers Orga Rex and Orga Kent, dominated the Malawi and Zambian music scene between 2009 and 2015.
The Organised Family have now returned with a new album, "Mathematix", available on all major streaming platforms worldwide.
Miss UMP Yemis Mzoma was among the invited guests at a celebration party hosted by Chitoliro Heroines FC to honor their triumph in the FAM Womenโs Football League as Southern Region Champions.
The event was held last Sunday at Satellite Gardens in Blantyre.
South African artist Tyla won Best Afrobeats Artist at the 2026 American Music Awards, edging out Wizkid, Rema, and Burna Boy.
The accolade follows four nominations at this yearโs ceremony, making her the most nominated African artist in the award's history.
UMP has officially rebranded from Urban Music People to Ubuntu Music People. We are moving from a focus on urban music alone to embracing broader music genres across the continent. Our mission is clear to expand UMPโs reach and impact across Africa, rooted in the spirit of Ubuntu
Songstress Temwah is back. Just months after announcing a temporary break from music, she has returned with a brand new single, โStrangerโ yesterday.
Stranger marks Temwahโs first release of the year, following her last single "Zaninge" in November.
Buoyed by the success of his recent singles "Liva" and "Silino". Malawian afro-pop sensation Loiso has dropped a 9 track project titled "LOI" as he keeps making an impression on Malawi music arena.
Martse, a talented Malawian hip-hop artist, left a mark on Malawi's music scene. His UMP Awards wins:
2015: Song of the Year (Mwano)
2016: Best Hip-hop Artist of the Year
Rest in peace, Martse. Your music lives on. ๐
Malawi's Kalimba Band, left an indelible mark on the global music scene with their 1983 smash hit "Sometimes I Wonder" off their debut album, "Make Friends With The World". The song was featured on the BBC Radio Top 40 worldwide chart, making it's way into the top 10.
During an era when urban music was the untouchable fruit, Kenny Klips aka Shawishi or F1 dared to be different. He pioneered Hip-hop music on radio, smashing taboos and bringing the genre to Malawian airwaves.
Kenny Klips paved the way for a generation of Hip-hop artists.
We celebrate and honour Malawi's founding president Ngwazi Dr Hastings Kamuzu Banda.
He fought against white oppression and paved the way for Malawi's independence.