FF26 - INDUSTRY DAY | GQEBERHA

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Industry Leaders Line-Up:

Moderated by Pilani Bubu

Dumza Maswana

Jermaine Charles

Sebenzile (Dj Sebz) Zalabe

Exciting news! There will be a Multidisciplinary Performing Artist Showcase in between the masterclasses, submit to showcase on - www.folklorecommunity.com

If you aspire to enter or grow in the Creative Industry, this is the event for you!

Our mission is to connect artists with industry professionals and practical expertise that transforms creative ability into viable business strategies, realigning perceptions, distribution rights, publishing rights, and community building. And bridging the gap between artistic expression and sustainable success, giving artists tangible and invaluable connections that support their professional growth within South Africa’s dynamic cultural landscape.

The vision is to create a thriving creative ecosystem where artists have the knowledge, tools, and networks to build sustainable careers while staying true to their artistic vision and the climate of the South African music and arts industry.

Dumza Maswana

Renowned for his rich baritone voice, Dumza Maswana blends African tradition, spirituality and jazz into deeply moving musical storytelling. A SAMA-nominated artist from the Eastern Cape, his soulful performances celebrate heritage, healing and the timeless beauty of African song.

Jermaine Charles (Fanbase Africa)

Jermaine is a passionate African marketer and creative entrepreneur with roots in graphic design, marketing and fine art. Co-founder of Manifest Creative Conference and Fanbase Africa, he is dedicated to building world-class African brands within the creative economy.

DJ Sebz

Sebenzile “DJ Sebz” is a multi-talented creative spanning radio, television, music and storytelling. From award-winning broadcasting to filmmaking and photography, he brings vibrant energy to South Africa’s creative scene, celebrating culture, talent and powerful artistic expression.

Congratulations to the the local artists who responded to the open call and were selected!

SongO is a Gqeberha-born R&B and soul vocalist, songwriter and events producer whose classically trained artistry blends modern and traditional influences, while her platform All Strings Attached champions inclusivity and creates space for women in the arts.

Moyake is a Gqeberha-based singer-songwriter whose soulful, Afro-influenced sound blends authenticity, emotion and lived experience, steadily gaining national attention through her debut single Azange, radio airplay, and performances that introduce her honest storytelling to growing audiences.

See you there!