Entertainment Week Africa · 17–22 November 2026 · Lagos

Africa’s $600 Million Music Market is Running on a 1960s Operating System

The global conquest of Afrobeats is undeniable. From filling European stadiums to dominating global streaming playlists, African music has successfully transformed from a localized cultural phenomenon into a highly monetizable global export. The data…

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