@BBCNEWS : Akon on creating 'iTunes for Africa' Senegalese-American singer Akon has revealed he wants to create a music streaming service in Africa that can compete with its global competitors. The artist has announced he is purchasing 50% of the Senegalese company Musik Bi. He spoke to BBC Africa about why young people needed to invest in the continent and his secrets on making it big. | Akon's World

"If I never sell a record, anywhere in the world, I know I'll always feel like a star in Africa." Hear AKON talk to CNN Connect the World about why he's proud to be African. | CNN Africa

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