African Music Week Festival Returns with Expanded Line-up

The prestigious African Music Week (AMW) returns Wednesday and will run till Saturday, June 8, in Canada. This year, the festival promises an immense experience into the heart of African culture, with pulsating beats and dynamic performances that will leave you spellbound.

“AMW 2024 isn’t just an event; it’s a cultural movement. This year’s theme shines the spotlight on the global dominance of Afrobeats, bringing together top artists and industry icons like Bola Ray and Ubi Franklin. Engage in riveting panel discussions, groove to the hottest music, and connect with industry leaders,” the organisers announced.

The festival kicks off with a riveting panel discussion on the economic and social impact of African Music in Canada, at the Westin Harbour Castle Hotel, in Toronto. The extravaganza continues with a dance-off and soca session at the Urban Arts 5 Barton Avenue E.

The festival climaxes on Saturday, June 8, with the anticipated AIM Conference where experts across the world will debate on the future of Afrobeats, during the day, and a world-class concert at night featuring the industry’s finest in the city such as Sojii, Bula, Bugatti Bonsu, among others, at The Rec Room 244 Bremner Blvd, in Toronto.

Ontario Creates is an agency of the provincial government whose mandate is to be a catalyst for economic development, investment and collaboration in Ontario’s creative industries including the music, book, magazine, film, television and interactive digital media sectors, both domestically and internationally.