Mantwa Chinoamadi: We must Empower Women in the African Creative Industry

Iconic pitch: Sibongile Khumalo combines classical, jazz and African traditional music styles. As she turns 60, she says it is important that the voice of the older woman is heard more loudly alongside the narratives of youth. Pic: Supplied

ACA member from South Africa Mantwa Chinoamadi has been at the helm of T-Musicman since its early ventures into live music promotion and production in 1989, when she was appointed as Artist Liaison at the company. Over the years, she has worked with some of the most iconic names in music, including Queen, Jonas GwangwaRebecca Malope, and Brenda Fassie, all of whom entrusted her and T-Musicman with the marketing and promotional aspects of their careers. Her work has led her to become one of our active members as a changemaker in the African creative industry.

We showcased Mantwa as a female changemaker in the African culture and creative industry as part of our Women In Culture and Creative Industry in Africa. In an interview with Music In Africa’s Ano Shumba, Mantwa delves into her inspiring work and its profound impact on the community. delving into her inspiring work and its profound impact in her local community, her native country of the Republic of South Africa. She also talks about how women have made impact in the African creative industry, and her work as a member of Arts Connect Africa. Check out the interview at https://www.musicinafrica.net/magazine/mantwa-chinoamadi-trailblazer-live-music-promotion.

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