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Billboard Launches Billboard Africa, a Platform to Amplify the Continent’s Music Industry

In a first-of-its-kind move, Billboard is expanding into Africa with a new platform celebrating local talent, backed by a Dubai-based investment firm.

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Last updated: 11th June 2025 5:30 pm
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In a move aimed at cementing Africa’s growing influence on global music, Billboard has launched a dedicated platform: Billboard Africa. The announcement came Wednesday evening at the company’s first-ever Global Power Players event, held at Shoreditch House in London.

The initiative, developed in partnership with Global Venture Partners — a Dubai-based firm focused on regional economic growth — is positioned as more than just a media expansion. For Billboard, it’s a strategic acknowledgement of Africa’s deepening global cultural footprint.

“At Billboard, we are committed to amplifying the voices of exceptional artists and sharing the stories that shape the global music landscape,” Billboard CEO Mike Van told attendees. “Billboard Africa marks a pivotal step in this journey, as African music has become a dynamic cultural force with an undeniable global influence.”

Van said the new platform will aim to “create meaningful opportunities for African artists to connect with international audiences and elevate their talent to new heights.”

Brandon Martin, CEO of Global Venture Partners, framed the venture in broader economic and cultural terms.

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“Our investment in Billboard Africa is about more than launching a platform — it’s about recognising and unlocking the immense potential of the African music industry,” Martin said. “Africa has long been a cultural powerhouse, with music at the core of its influence.”

He added: “Through Billboard Africa, we aim to raise the visibility of African artists while also laying the foundation for a sustainable music industry infrastructure. We hope this initiative inspires members of the African diaspora to recognise the continent’s opportunities and contribute to its future.”

The platform will feature a slate of offerings familiar to Billboard readers: news, charts, interviews, videos, and event coverage — all focused on African talent. The goal, Billboard says, is to bridge local creativity with global reach, while building a more robust music economy on the continent.

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Named as the platform’s founding editor is Nkosiyati “Yati” Khumalo, whose résumé includes editorial leadership at GQ South Africa and content work for Apple Music’s Sub-Saharan division.

“I’m incredibly thrilled to be able to bring Billboard’s thought leadership, storytelling, and impact home to Africa,” Khumalo said. “Supporting the richly diverse artists, creatives and professionals who propel African music forward is an immense honour.”

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He added, “I look forward to creating new opportunities for the communities they represent — and for the culture.”

The launch of Billboard Africa adds to a growing recognition of Africa’s musical relevance — from Afrobeats storming global charts to rising international collaborations. But it also highlights the challenges of turning momentum into long-term infrastructure.

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For Billboard and its partners, it appears the bet is that the continent is not just a creative force — but a market with staying power.

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