As the clock ticks down to AUMEX 2024, anticipation is building across East Africa’s creative industry. This year’s Amplify Uganda Music Expo (AUMEX) promises to be a groundbreaking event, bringing together top-tier industry leaders, international delegates, and emerging talents in the heart of Kampala, Uganda, from November 22-23, 2024.
High-Profile Panelists Lead the Way
AUMEX 2024 will feature some of the biggest voices in the African music industry, including Nigeria’s renowned talent manager Godwin Tom, Kenya’s celebrated media expert Anyiko Owoko, Rwanda’s award-winning rapper and poet Angell Mutoni, and Thando Makunga from South Africa, a notable leader in music publishing. These industry leaders bring decades of experience, insights, and a passion for empowering creators, setting the stage for an unforgettable series of discussions.
Industry Topics Shaping the Future
The topics at this year’s forum are carefully curated to address the most pressing challenges and opportunities facing Ugandan creators. Key discussions include:
● Digital Monetization for the African Economy: As content creation surges across Africa, many creators face unique challenges in turning engagement into income. This panel will explore monetization strategies tailored for African creators, with insights from executives at Spotify, Boomplay, and distributors like Ditto and The Orchard.
● Lessons from the Rise of Afrobeats & Amapiano: The Afrobeats and Amapiano genres have become global phenomena, creating opportunities and changing the perception of African music on the world stage. This session will dive deep into the impact of these genres and explore how East African creators can ride this wave of global influence.
● Women in Music: Challenges & Opportunities: With an impressive lineup of female leaders, AUMEX 2024 dedicates a powerful session to the experiences and challenges of women in the music industry, with topics on representation, visibility, and opportunities for growth.
Networking Opportunities with International Industry Leaders
AUMEX 2024 goes beyond just panels; it’s an unparalleled opportunity for creators to network with industry giants from around the world. Representatives from DITTO, Sony Music, Boomplay, Virgin Music, Sheer Publishing, The Orchard, and Mdundo will be on hand, offering exclusive insights and potential collaboration opportunities. From informal meet-and-greets to structured networking sessions, attendees will have ample chances to build relationships that could take their careers to the next level.
With an extraordinary lineup of high-profile panelists and unmissable discussions on the future of Ugandan music and content creation, AUMEX 2024 is set to inspire, connect, and elevate creators from across the continent.
Register and find out more information at aumexexpo.com. Don’t miss out on this defining event for the future of East African creativity.
