The Problem
Women make up less than 5% of audio engineers globally. In Africa, the numbers are even more stark across Nigeria, Kenya, Tanzania, and South Africa, women in audio are underrepresented, underfunded, and under-supported. According to the UNESCO 2023 report, only 1 in 10 women in African creative industries receives adequate training or mentorship to break into technical roles like production or engineering.
- Women in music face barriers like limited access to training, gender bias, lack of representation, and few visible mentors – especially in technical and leadership roles.
- In many parts of Africa, aspiring female creatives have no access to structured learning, industry networks, or global opportunities.
Without intentional investment, we risk losing an entire generation of African women in production, audio, and music business.


