RSFAM FAQ

What are revenue streams for musicians?

“Revenue streams” refer to income-generating activities directly related to music creation. The broad categories entail music rights, live performances, brand-related revenue and grants and funding.

What are the key outcomes of the RSFAM project?

Through this project, The Music In Africa Foundation continues to  aim to develop:

  • Easy-to-understand and accessible data analysis of various income-generating trends.
  • Guides to empower practitioners with insights and strategies to make informed decisions with regards to their income-generating activities.
  • Training workshops and capacity-building programmes from industry experts, with workshops already carried out in four provinces.
  • Free tutorial content is published on the Music In Africa portal.
  • Free digital tools have been developed to help musicians locate partners and new
    streams easily.
  • The project also continues to carry out advocacy and lobbying activities in the interest of musicians.

I participated in the survey, where and how do I get the outcomes\results of the survey?

The findings of the research were consolidated into a first of its kind report Revenue Streams for Music Creators in South Africa 2022 and is now published and available on the Music In Africa portal here. The report is available to view results in two currencies, USD and ZAR.

How can music industry stakeholders participate in the project?

Industry players interested in the findings of the research project and further engagement with the project can contactViolet Maila, Projects Manager, at violet@musicinafrica.net

Is there any additional educational content available for music creators?

Music creators can now access a wide range of educational content about the identified music revenue streams. Extensive content with helpful educational guides assisting music professionals to earn more money, and new digital tools envisioned to advance their careers is available here.

The pilot phase is implemented in South Africa. How will it be implemented in other African countries?

Based on the outcomes of the pilot phase, the model may be replicated, adapted and introduced to other African countries upon completion of the first pilot phase in South Africa.

How can I contact the Revenue Streams for African Musicians team?

Please contactViolet Maila, Projects Manager, at violet@musicinafrica.net

How do I get regular updates about the projects?

Keep checking the Revenue Streams for African Musicians page for more information 

Are there any partnership opportunities?

If you wish to partner with MIAF on this and any other project, please contact Violet Maila, Projects Manager, at violet@musicinafrica.net(link sends e-mail) for more information. 

​How do I get regular updates about the projects?

Keep checking the Revenue Streams for African Musicians page for more information on upcoming opportunities.

Are there any partnership opportunities?

If you wish to partner with MIAF on the project,please contact Violet Maila, Projects Manager, at violet@musicinafrica.net for more information.