In this episode of Conversations with Gofaone, I sit down with Munya Chanetsa, one of the most respected voices in Africa’s music business. With a career that spans A&R, rights management, artist development and publishing across multiple African markets, Munya has played a significant role in shaping how talent, structure and ownership come together to build long-term careers.
Our conversation looks beyond the spotlight and into the mechanics of sustainability in the music industry: what it truly takes for African artists to build careers that last, why ownership and rights literacy matter now more than ever, and how the continent can move from creative momentum to institutional strength. We also confront the rise of AI-generated music and the questions it raises for authenticity, innovation and the future of real talent.
This episode is for anyone interested in the business behind African music, the evolution of creative power on the continent, and the frameworks required to build an industry that protects and grows its own.
