9th AFRIMA 2025: Larry Madowo, Olisa Adibua, Stonebwoy, and Industry Leaders Shape Conversations at Africa Music Business Summit
The 9th Africa Music Business Summit ahead of the AFRIMA 2025 Awards brought together leading figures from the African music and media industry to discuss key trends, opportunities, and challenges facing the continent’s music sector.
CNN journalist Larry Madowo and media personality Olisa Adibua moderated critical discussions on media influence, artist branding, and global music collaborations. Renowned musicians like Stonebwoy and Juma Jux, alongside celebrated producer ID Cabasa, shared insights on navigating the modern music ecosystem, building sustainable careers, and leveraging digital platforms to reach global audiences.
The summit also highlighted the importance of intellectual property rights, streaming revenue, and artist empowerment, providing emerging talents with actionable strategies to thrive in an increasingly competitive environment.
Participants agreed that African music is poised for further global recognition, emphasizing that strong networks, innovation, and industry collaborations will drive the continent’s creative economy forward.
The Africa Music Business Summit continues to serve as a vital platform for connecting industry leaders, fostering dialogue, and shaping the future trajectory of African music.
