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Akon is Set to Release 3D Layout of His Futuristic City in Senegal

February 13, 2020

Akon is gearing up to build a city in Senegal and he gave some more details about his plans in a brief interview with TMZ. "We got the land," he said. "We got all the licenses and everything to move forward... Read Article

Akon Finalizing Akon City in Senegal

Jasmine Johnson

January 14, 2020

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Akon has finalized the agreement of getting his own city in Senegal. He announced the development in a post on his Instagram post and is looking forward to hosting his fans in the future. Even though it was a ... Read Article

Akon Releases New Visual For “Wakonda”

Sha Be Allah

December 2, 2019

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Akon releases "Wakonda" the FULL official version of the second music video from his recently released Afrobeat album Akonda. The visual is his second one directed by industry veteran Mazi O. https://www.y... Read Article

In The Next 10 Years, Akon Will Complete His Own City

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November 27, 2019

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By: Amira Lawson Singer Akon has been known in the industry for his many business moves. The singer has hits that fans still love to sing their hearts out to including," I Wanna Love You," "Locked Up," "Don... Read Article

Akon Says You “Can’t Blame” Tekashi 6ix9ine for Cooperating with Feds

Shawn Grant

November 8, 2019

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Tekashi 6ix9ine remains a hot name in Hip-Hop due to his federal case, which saw him take the stand and snitch. Some of everyone has spoken on his case and now Akon adds himself to the list. Akon was doing a... Read Article

Akon Owns the First Black Solar Energy Company

Miss2Bees

September 4, 2019

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Akon is not only a musician, but he's a businessman. He has a record label, clothing brand, numerous charities, and a number of philanthropic endeavors in Africa. He also has a hand in cryptocurrency and launch... Read Article

Akon has Been ‘Seriously’ Considering Running for President in 2020

Miss2Bees

November 2, 2018

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Akon is contemplating running for president in 2020. “I’ve been thinking about running for 2020 very seriously,” he recently told Newsweek. “But I didn’t want to just do it because I feel like I want to cont... Read Article

Beyond Solar Power: Akon’s ‘Akoin’ Aims to Build Africa’s New Economy

Zoe Zorka

August 28, 2018

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As globalization and technology continue to provide more opportunities for people throughout the world, a few significant challenges remain- especially in underdeveloped countries with less than stable economie... Read Article

[Watch] Akon Caught In Scandal With Instagram Model

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August 11, 2018

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Rapper Akon is the latest celebrity to get caught up in a scandal with Instagram model Celina Powell---and she's got receipts. Previously know for claiming sexual relationships with rappers Offset, Waka ... Read Article

Snoop Dogg, Akon Perform at Jersey City’s 4th of July Extravaganza

Miss2Bees

July 5, 2018

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If you were in Jersey City on the 4th of July, you had the opportunity to party with Snoop Dogg. The OG headlined a free concert with about 100,000 attendees at the Hudson River Waterfront. Snoop took the... Read Article

Recap: ’50 Star Fire Show’ Featuring Snoop Dogg

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July 5, 2018

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Yesterday The Source celebrated the Fourth of July by rocking through hip-hop classics with Snoop Dogg and special guests. Dubbed the '50 Star Fire Show', the carnival-style event was held on the Jersey City W... Read Article

Akon To Open His Own City In Senegal Controlled By ‘Akoin’ Cryptocurrency

Sha Be Allah

June 20, 2018

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International artist and producer Akon has always been active outside of the studio bringing necessities to his people, but the "Locked Up" singer's next game-changing plan I see to build his own city. The K... Read Article

Konvict Muzik’s 2C Talks Akon, Africa Tour, Afro Beat Music And “Mr. Mechanic” Hit Single

Sha Be Allah

March 2, 2018

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With his roots in Africa, this ATL transplant from the Motherland has managed to land a record deal with Konvict Muzik CEO Akon and participate in an international tour in Africa and Canada. 2C is breaking boun... Read Article

Akon Was Denied Contract to Restore Power to Puerto Rico

Roman White

February 26, 2018

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TMZ caught up with singer and humanitarian, Akon on Saturday to ask him about the recovery situation in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria. In 2015, Akon became the center of attention for his work in Africa wit... Read Article

Konvict Muzik’s Newest Signee 2C Drops His Premiere Single “Mr. Mechanic” Feat. Akon

Sha Be Allah

February 25, 2018

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Konvict Kulture and Liberia's first international artist, 2C, releases his new single and official video for Mr. Mechanic, featuring superstar artist AKON, and the internet has gone wild! Dance contest, blogger... Read Article

Kevin Hart Releases ‘What Now?’ Mixtape Presenting Himself As Chocolate Droppa

MoClassified

October 14, 2016

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Considering himself that of a comedic rockstar, Kevin Hart lives up to every bit of the newly created term. His latest box office film, “What Now?” hit theaters today and is set to be his biggest film yet. H... Read Article

[Interview] DJ Hardwerk Talks Alternative Energy And Working With Akon

Miz Kane

August 2, 2016

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Addressing the current issues of today, DJ Hardwerk is doing his part to contribute to the world in its time of need. From police brutality, dirty politics to disease, we're all experiencing some scary times. T... Read Article

Kid Ink and Fetty Wap Vow to Keep Their “Promise”

Damon Campbell

December 24, 2015

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Scout's honor. With his word as his bond, Kid Ink takes an oath of love on the DJ Mustard-produced "Promise," a trustworthy collaboration with Fetty Wap from his new 11-track mixtape Summer in the Winter, avail... Read Article

K Camp Recruits 50 Cent And Akon For The “Comfortable” Remix

Rocko Rathon

November 11, 2015

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A few months ago, 50 Cent was seen online jamming to K Camp's hit single "Comfortable" and expressing admiration for the tune. It seems that the stars aligned because today, the Atlanta upstart has unveiled the... Read Article

Study Shows No Slowdown In Global Warming

Infinite Wiz

June 6, 2015

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With record low temperatures during the start of summer 2015, climatic change and global warming are the current hot topics up for debate A new climate study was released Thursday that refutes the claim that... Read Article

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Akon is Set to Release 3D Layout of His Futuristic City in Senegal

Akon Finalizing Akon City in Senegal

Akon Releases New Visual For “Wakonda”

In The Next 10 Years, Akon Will Complete His Own City

Akon Says You “Can’t Blame” Tekashi 6ix9ine for Cooperating with Feds

Akon Owns the First Black Solar Energy Company

Akon has Been ‘Seriously’ Considering Running for President in 2020

Beyond Solar Power: Akon’s ‘Akoin’ Aims to Build Africa’s New Economy

[Watch] Akon Caught In Scandal With Instagram Model

Snoop Dogg, Akon Perform at Jersey City’s 4th of July Extravaganza

Recap: ’50 Star Fire Show’ Featuring Snoop Dogg

Akon To Open His Own City In Senegal Controlled By ‘Akoin’ Cryptocurrency

Konvict Muzik’s 2C Talks Akon, Africa Tour, Afro Beat Music And “Mr. Mechanic” Hit Single

Akon Was Denied Contract to Restore Power to Puerto Rico

Konvict Muzik’s Newest Signee 2C Drops His Premiere Single “Mr. Mechanic” Feat. Akon

Kevin Hart Releases ‘What Now?’ Mixtape Presenting Himself As Chocolate Droppa

[Interview] DJ Hardwerk Talks Alternative Energy And Working With Akon

Kid Ink and Fetty Wap Vow to Keep Their “Promise”

K Camp Recruits 50 Cent And Akon For The “Comfortable” Remix

Study Shows No Slowdown In Global Warming

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