The Impact of Female Voices in the Music Industry | Nompumelelo Mabuza & Barba G
In this episode of Gauteng Lifve, hosted by Barba Gaoganediwe, the spotlight is on the powerful role of women in shaping the music industry and the wider creative economy in South Africa. Joining the conversation is Mpume Mabuza, CEO of Downtown Studios and board member at AAVEA, who unpacks:
- How women are taking leadership roles beyond performance in the music space.
- Why Johannesburg deserves recognition as a global music city.
- The value of music heritage routes in driving cultural and music tourism.
- Africa’s untapped potential in the global creative economy.
As South Africa celebrates Women’s Month, this discussion pays tribute to women contributing to tourism, heritage, and the creative sector while looking at how Africa can rise as a global force in music and culture.
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