MD: Paradise Worldwide (Africa) | Founder: Africa Rising Music Conference | Founding Member: Women in Music (South Africa) | XP Music Futures (Program & Partnerships) | Keychange Innovator 23 | Fire-starter SJNco
🌍 Bridging the Gap in the Music Industry: A Call for International Collaboration 🌍 In a recent enlightening discussion with Momentual (formerly Music Cities Events) my partner at Africa Rising Music Conference Namakau Socika delved into the critical challenges that South African artists encounter concerning mobility in the music industry. The conversation highlighted the significant influence that international companies wield and the transformative impact they could achieve by supporting initiatives such as mentorship programs and international internships. At the Africa Rising Music Conference, we are deeply committed to these programs, advocating for more involvement from our global counterparts. The goal is to foster equal opportunities for African executives within the global music ecosystem. This endeavor is not merely about providing opportunities; it's about enriching the industry by introducing diverse perspectives and authentic representations of African talent both in the boardroom and on stage. We believe that this collaboration holds a dual benefit. It not only empowers the recipients of these opportunities but also enhances diversity in the workplace, leading to a more inclusive and representative music industry worldwide. Let's unite to create a lasting impact and ensure global representation matches the diversity of music industry audiences. We invite international partners to join us in paving the way for a truly inclusive future. #AfricaToTheWorld #DiversityInMusic #AfricaRisingMusicConference #InternationalCollaboration #ArtistMobility #MusicExecutives #GlobalMusic
Meet the music executive-focused music conference creating bridges between Africa and the rest of the world! 🌍🎵 For this week’s #InConversationWith, we speak to Namakau Socika, Head of Programming for Africa Rising Music Conference (ARMC). She shares insights on ARMC's work in building bridges for African music, collaborations with export offices, and the importance of positioning African music as a way to attract visitors to the continent. She also provides a curated 1-2 day music itinerary for discovering the vibrant music scene of Johannesburg, covering venues and events like Kunye, South African Hip Hop Museum, The Market Theatre Foundation, BACK TO THE CITY FESTIVAL BTTC and more. Full interview: https://lnkd.in/d4iqqUp6 #MusicCities #AfricaRisingMusicConference #BuildingBridges #MusicExport #MusicTourism
