MUSIC BUSINESS NETWORK

Music Business Academy is a Johannesburg-based music industry initiative dedicated to strengthening Africa’s music ecosystem through dialogue, knowledge-sharing and professional networking. Founded by Gift Mdlalose, the Academy creates accessible platforms where emerging and established music professionals engage directly with accomplished industry practitioners. Through its monthly Music Business Network sessions, the initiative offers practical insight into the business of music, covering key areas such as rights management, publishing, broadcasting, artist management and career sustainability. Powered by SAMRO, FNB South Africa, Quion Rock, SABC and the City of Joburg, the Music Business Academy plays a vital role in advancing professional standards and collaboration within Africa’s music industry.