Music distribution, new models & industry shifts

Learn about the latest digital models employed around the globe. How are they succeeding and what are the challenges and opportunities?

Sipho Dlamini
Emmanuelle Faye
Thibaut Mullings
Michael Ugwu
Moustapha Diop

Exploration time

Participants will partake in networking sessions and get a chance to view exhibitions at ACCES.

Mobility & support for musicians in Africa

Touring is key if musicians want to be successful. Yet, mobility remains the biggest challenge in Africa. What progress is being made and what does the future look like?

Ghita Khaldi
Andre Le Roux
Mekbib Ayalew

Record labels in Africa – the changing realities

The role of record labels has changed significantly over the past years. This is an opportunity to hear from some of the most recognisable record label executives on the continent about these changes and what they mean for artists and the industry as a whole.

José Da Silva
Binetou Sylla
Andre Le Roux

What you need to know about Senegal’s music industry

This panel will explore important segments of the Senegalese music sector, with particular focus on opportunities and challenges for both local and foreign players.

Daniel Gomes
Rokhaya Daba Sarr
Saliou N'Dour
Alioune Diop
Ousmane Faye

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