Eddy Mihigo is a multidisciplinary creative consultant, cultural practitioner, media producer and creative-industries advocate

Zeus is a multifaceted Motswana creative — director, producer, writer, and recording artist — whose two-decade career spans music and film.

Matilde is Secretary of State for Arts and Culture in Mozambique.

Jacynthe is the Founder of InTempo Musique and Distribution Amplitude.

An emerging South African Gqom act known for their energetic production, infectious rhythms, and dance-floor-driven sound.

Laurent is the founder of Nø Førmat!

Maanka is the CEO of the National Arts Council of Zambia and Chair of the International Federation of Arts Councils and Culture Agencies (IFACCA).

Sun-El Musician is a multi-award winning South African DJ, producer, and songwriter from Mooi River, KwaZulu-Natal.

SJ is the Managing Director of Paradise Worldwide Africa and the Founder of Africa Rising Music Conference (ARMC).

Mantwa is the CEO of T Musicman and Producer of the internationally acclaimed Standard Bank Joy of Jazz.

Olukayode is the Founder and CEO of Ckrowd Africa Technologies.

Keith is the co-founder of Kay Media Africa.

May is the Director of Tarkeeza.

Rowlene is a South African contemporary R&B and Afro-pop artist known for her emotive vocals, melodic depth and intentional storytelling.

Zanda is a music compiler at Ukhozi FM.

Christine is a seasoned cultural curator and project lead with over 10 years of experience in the African music industry.

Anne-Karine is the Director of Corporate Affairs for Collective and International Development at the Musicaction Foundation.

South African musician, dancer, and performer from Tsakane who rose to prominence with the platinum-selling Amapiano anthem “uMlando.”

Yoann is the Director of Key Accounts & Francophone at Africori.

Katherine is the Founder and Director of Music Works International.

Osmic is the founder of Back To The City.

David is the Acting Managing Executive at Kaya 959.

Lara is the founder and Managing Partner of O. Kayode & Co.

SAI HLE are a South African sister duo comprising singers, songwriters and performers Siphosethu “SAI” Koom and Amahle “HLE” Koom.

Lerato is the General Manager of Operations at CAPASSO.

Vuyo McGlad is the Founder of NarowBi.

Akotchayé is the Director of International Development for Africa at the Society of Authors, Composers and Publishers of Music (SACEM).

Obi is the Director-General, National Council for Arts and Culture in Nigeria.

John is the Co-founder and Managing Director of Active Music Publishing.

Thando is the Managing Director of Downtown Music Publishing Africa.

Galen is the Head of Directorate at the Creative Industries and National Events Office.

Nelo is the Label and Operations Manager at Paradise Worldwide and the founder of Xpressed Records.

Bello is the Head of Digital Products and Distribution at RhythmX Distro.

Covey is the Founding Partner of CoveyLaw. He is also a founding board member of Tamizdat and serves on the boards of On the Move and Voices of a People’s History.

Sevi is the founder and CEO of Black Major.

Julian is the Founder of DiscovrTV and a record-label executive at DanceAfrika.

Sakhele is the Founder of SM Communications Pty Ltd.

Sizo is the Vice-Chairperson of the Eswatini Theatre Club. He also co-founded Antidote Music and the Antidote Culture Foundation.

Indi is the Head of International Relations at The Mechanical Licensing Collective.

Jenny is the Founder of TOORLY.

Philina is the Director of Africa-Europe Partnerships for Culture (AEPC), a €70 million European Union-funded initiative that promotes cultural collaboration, exchange, and long-term partnerships be

Pierre is a Senior Country Officer at the International Finance Corporation, a member of the World Bank Group.

Walter is the Founder of TechTools Technology, Gadget Garage, LiveCast Media, Ngoma Nehosho.

Patrice is the Founder of PASA Musik and Fanmi Se Fanmi.

Marie is a Brussels-based freelance advisor, researcher, facilitator, and project manager who specialises in international cultural policy.

HLE is a South African gospel singer, songwriter, producer and television host.

Luphumlo is a broadcaster, communications strategist, moderator, programme director and the SAMA 32 event producer.

Oliver is the Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO of Trace.

Slikour is the Founder of SlikourOnLife, SOL Distro and Onlife.

Touchline is an award-winning South African rapper and songwriter from Tembisa, celebrated for his lyrical depth, storytelling, and authentic reflections on township life.

Sasha P is Founder and CEO of Purplefire Entertainment, Founder and Convener of the Africa Live Entertainment Conference (ALEC), and Founder of Women in Live Africa (WILA).

Usher is an accomplished editor, speaker, and project manager with a decorated portfolio spanning Africa, Europe, and America.

Robert is Partner and Senior Vice President of International Publishing at LyricFind.

André is the Managing Director of IKS Cultural Consulting and Head of Concerts SA. He also holds leadership roles with the World Jazz Network, African Culture Fund and On the Move.

Penny is a social media consultant, artist manager, creative arts project developer and social entrepreneur based in Eswatini.

Eddie is the Founding Executive Director of the Music In Africa Foundation.

H1 is the Head of Production and Music at Star FM Zimbabwe.

Thuso Wa Sibini is the Artist and Strategic Relations Lead at Africa Rising Music Conference.

Thabo is a presenter and the Programming and Music Coordinator at VOW 88.1.

Laurent is a Senior Economist in the World Bank’s Finance, Competitiveness & Investment (FCI) Global Practice.

Martial is the Founder of Melo Records.

ByLwansta is the Founder of NORMVL and co-Founder of Your Weekly Touch Up.