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Our #WCW today goes to Monica Kemoli.

Monica Kemoli is a creative strategist and project manager working across music, artist development and the wider entertainment industry. She is the founder and lead curator of Tangaza Magazine, a platform spotlighting music professionals and the people shaping the entertainment space.

Her experience also spans global music platforms. Monica Currently works as a Project Manager and A&R at Platoon and previously served as Label Partnerships Manager at Spotify Africa, contributing to the business and strategy behind music and artist development.

Beyond her professional roles, Monica has shared her knowledge as a panelist and mentor, including at Swift Academy by Martell. Through music curation, project management and mentorship, she continues to contribute to the conversations and work shaping Africa’s music industry. #wcw #monicakemoli #womeninmusic #musicbusiness

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What does it take to nurture the next generation of African music talent? 🎶✨

We caught up with Monica Kemoli, one of the mentors at Swift Academy, during the Nairobi closing showcase to talk about her experience guiding emerging creatives, the importance of mentorship in the music industry, and the opportunities that come when talent meets the right support.

Here’s what she had to say about shaping the future of Africa’s creative economy.

#SwiftAcademy #Martell #africahouse

@africahousemembersclub @martellofficial @dennismilimo

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The Swift Academy Nairobi cohort came together for an afternoon of conversation, perspective and good company — unpacking the realities of Kenya’s creative industry with some of the people actively shaping it.

From honest questions and industry stories to the conversations that carried on over lunch, it was the kind of room where ideas move naturally and connections happen without forcing them.

More moments from Swift Academy Nairobi, coming soon.

Presented by @martellofficial
Curated by @africahousemembersclub

#SwiftAcademy #AfricaHouse #Martell #Nairobi #africanmusic

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The conversations are officially underway. 🎙️

Swift Academy Nairobi brought our cohort together at Snowball Studios for an afternoon of ideas, insight and real industry exchange — with our mentors sharing lessons from their journeys and the room opening up for honest conversations about building in Africa’s creative industry.

Good conversations, new perspectives and a community starting to take shape. 🥂

Swift Academy Nairobi
Presented by @martellofficial
Curated by @africahousemembersclub

#SwiftAcademy #AfricaHouse #Martell #Nairobi #AfricanMusic

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Swift Academy Cohort 1.0 ALOO!! 😝🌟 I am so grateful for the opportunity to be in a room full of powerful panelists and like minded Swifters who share the same hunger and drive to create and shape the music that is capable of transcending it’s time✨,I learned so much and I cannot wait for what is in store🤭 And So the journey Begins… #swiftacademy #martell

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Swift Academy Nairobi. 🤎

Learning, connecting and exchanging ideas with creatives who are building the future.

Every conversation opens a new perspective, and every connection holds the possibility of something greater.

Alhamdulillah for this journey. 🤲🏽

#swift
#martell
#swiftacademy

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Tonight on The Hype, we’re sitting down with @monicakemoli, one of the mentors behind Swift Academy, curated by @africahousemembersclub. 🙌🏾

We’re breaking down what Swift Academy is all about, why Nairobi, what they’re building for the next generation, and why this initiative matters.

Catch the conversation on The Hype with @nikky.shillingi @kdeja.is.art & @adz_yahya from 9pm-10pm 😉

#SwiftAcademy #BelieveTheHype #TheHype984

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Bensoul, Njerae, Anyiko, Monica Kemoli, & Joey Akan Unveiled as Mentors for Nairobi Edition of Swift Academy

From songwriting and artist development to visual storytelling, communications and music journalism, each mentor brings a distinct perspective on what it takes to build, navigate and sustain a career within Africa’s evolving music ecosystem.

Swift Academy has been designed to bring participants in direct contact with people who understand the realities of building careers across the music ecosystem.

Twenty-five participants will be selected for the Nairobi edition, taking part in practical learning, mentorship, industry access and collaboration. Participants will also receive professional tools tailored to their development needs, access to a wider network of peers and collaborators, and a grant.

Applications for the Nairobi edition of Swift Academy is open and close on 28 August 2026.

Apply at: https://tally.so/r/VL74LE

For more information visit https://www.martell.com/en/swift-academy-kenya/

Instagram @martellofficial and @africahousemembersclub

#SwiftAcademy #Martell

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Hi 😊 Me and a bunch of cool peeps have put out a print issue of @tangazamagazine. This has by far been the most stressful but equally fulfilling project I’ve worked on.
Massive s/o to the writers @lamusicjunkie @shishiwanj @bevwiththefro, designer @aidanochre, and photographer @the.frostographer.
Hit me up if you want a copy ✨

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MEET YOUR SWIFT ACADEMY NAIROBI MENTORS. 🇰🇪

Presented by @martellofficial, we’re bringing some of Africa’s leading voices across music, media and communications into the first Swift Academy city edition.

Our Nairobi cohort will have the opportunity to learn directly from:

🎤 @bensoulmusic — Artist
🎤 @njerae — Artist
📝 @joeyakan — Journalist
📣 @anyikowoko — PR & Communications Specialist
🎧 @monicakemoli — Music & Culture Executive

Through one-on-one mentorship, group conversations and practical sessions, participants will have the opportunity to tap into the experience of people who are actively shaping Africa’s creative industries — gaining honest insight, practical advice and tangible tools to help move their careers forward.

Who can apply?

Emerging music creatives and professionals based in Kenya - whether you’re an artist, producer, songwriter, DJ, manager, creative director or working behind the scenes.💫

If you’re building your career in music and ready to take the next step, Swift Academy is for you.

Applications are open. 🚀
Sign up via the link in bio.

#SwiftAcademy #AfricaHouse #Martell #Nairobi #KenyanMusic

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A couple of weeks ago, speaking on the ‘2026 Unlocked: Trends That Will Shape East African Music’ panel at @aumexexpo ✨

It was such a pleasure to be in conversation with @lavernelthomas and @tamiromeo.

Knowledge sharing and networking initiatives like this are so important in moving East Africa’s music markets forward. Congratulations to @abaasar and the AUMEX team for the impactful work that they’re doing.

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