ACCES 2018 to zoom in on Africa’s streaming economy

1 Nov 2018 - 09:54

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The Music In Africa Conference for Collaborations, Exchange and Showcases (ACCES) will host a panel discussion about Africa’s music streaming economy in Nairobi, Kenya, on 16 November.

Mdundo head of music Shyqo Koinange is among the panellists.

Titled Africa's Booming Streaming Economy – Opportunities & Challenges, the session seeks to address the state of Africa’s streaming industry, identifying both its advantages and drawbacks.

“We can’t afford to ignore the impact made by music streaming on our music industry,” Music In Africa Foundation director Eddie Hatitye said. “It’s important to put this discussion in the spotlight in order to get an idea of the effect music streaming has on the continent and its musicians. The discussion will benefit musicians, music professionals and fans."

The panel will be moderated by South Africa's Composers, Authors and Publishers Association (CAPASSO) head of legal and business affairs Wiseman Qinani Ngubo (South Africa). Panellists include Mdundo head of music Shyqo Koinange (Kenya), Spinlet CEO John Ajah (Nigeria), The Orchard vice-president for France, Benelux and West Africa Ben Oldfield, Deezer head of operations in South Africa Gillian Ezra and Sheer Publishing managing director David Alexander (South Africa), who will share their professional insight of the continent's music streaming economy.

Apart from discussing the economics at play and what the future holds for this sector, the panellists will also provide the audience with information about how to effectively utilise streaming services and platforms to boost their careers.

The session runs from 14.40pm to 15.50 on Friday 16 November 2018 at the Kenya National Theatre.

About ACCES

ACCES is a pan-African event for music industry players to exchange ideas, discover new talent and create business linkages. ACCES is held in a different African city every year, attracting active music industry players from across the globe.

ACCES is organised by the Music In Africa Foundation, a non-profit and pan-African organisation, in partnership with Siemens Stiftung, Goethe-Institut, Alliance Francaise, Kenya’s Permanent Presidential Music Commission (PPMC), MagicalKenya and the Kenya Cultural Centre.

For more information, including registration and sponsorship opportunities, visit the ACCES website or download the ACCES 2018 brochure here.