Zimbabwean dancehall heavyweight Winky D is expanding his musical reach with the release of a new 16-track album titled Tête-à-Tête (Hello Africa), a project that brings together African sounds, meaningful storytelling and international collaborations.
Released on August 31, 2026, the album marks another significant chapter in the career of the artist widely recognised for his contribution to Zimbabwe’s Zimdancehall movement.
A Musical Conversation About Africa
With Tête-à-Tête (Hello Africa), Winky D explores themes that go beyond entertainment. The project addresses African identity, freedom, leadership, social responsibility, culture and the challenges facing society.
The album draws inspiration from roots reggae, combining its socially conscious approach with Winky D’s distinctive Zimbabwean musical identity.
Songs such as Blind Patriots, Leadership, Freedom and Roots and Culture encourage listeners to reflect on issues affecting individuals, communities and the African continent.
Nigerian and Ghanaian Stars Feature on the Album
One of the project’s major highlights is its impressive lineup of African collaborations.
Nigerian reggae-dancehall star Patoranking joins Winky D on Leadership, while Ghanaian reggae musician Rocky Dawuni features on Hello Africa.
Nigerian singer Raybekah also appears on Greedy, bringing additional diversity to the 16-song collection.
These collaborations demonstrate the potential for African musicians from different countries to work together and create music that connects with audiences across borders.
Full Tracklist
The album contains 16 songs:
- 2 Law
- Blind Patriots
- Hello Africa (feat. Rocky Dawuni)
- Freedom
- Advertise
- Desperate Situations
- Greedy (feat. Raybekah)
- Eloquent Silence
- Scars
- Tête-à-Tête
- Spirit of Kunta
- Leadership (feat. Patoranking)
- Sorry Love
- Roots and Culture
- White Car, Blue Line
- Wishes
A New Chapter for African Music
Winky D’s latest release highlights the growing importance of cross-border collaborations in Africa’s music industry.
By bringing together musicians from Zimbabwe, Nigeria and Ghana, the project reinforces the value of African musical partnerships and the opportunities they create for reaching wider audiences.
It also raises an important conversation about how African artists can turn international recognition into stronger business opportunities, better ownership structures and sustainable careers.
With more than two decades in music, Winky D continues to demonstrate his commitment to artistic growth while using his platform to address issues beyond the entertainment space.
Tête-à-Tête (Hello Africa) is more than a collection of songs; it is an invitation to reflect on Africa’s identity, culture and future.
Album: Tête-à-Tête (Hello Africa)
Artist: Winky D
Release Date: August 31, 2026
Track Count: 16
Genre: Reggae / Zimdancehall
