Tag: Josplay Rise Fund
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What actually happens after an independent artist wins the Rise Fund grant? Beyond the announcement and the celebration, lies the real work. In this article, Josplay Rise Fund Volume 1 winner, Rheed 1 takes us behind the scenes of his post-funding journey. He breaks down how he spent the grant, how it transformed his career,…
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The Josplay Rise Fund is truly unique. It goes beyond rewarding just the top winners by intentionally extending the spotlight to other artists who took the time to apply, giving them a platform to be heard through the Raw and Rising playlist. What is the Raw and Rising playlist? The Raw and Rising playlist is…
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Josplay has announced the 2026 recipients of its Josplay Rise Fund. The company will provide $1,000 in structured development support to three emerging African artists selected through this year’s programme. This year’s beneficiaries are Kiria (Kenya), who receives $500; Elprezido (Nigeria), awarded $300; and Donboydml (Nigeria), awarded $200. The annual initiative is positioned as an…
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Applications for the Josplay Artist Rise Fund 2 officially closed on 14 January, drawing submissions from independent artists across multiple African countries. With the application window now shut, the programme has moved into its final and most critical phase: judging. Entries are currently being reviewed by a panel comprising Josplay’s internal team and an external…
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Josplay, Africa’s premium music streaming service dedicated to spotlighting and empowering independent artists, has announced Rheed1 (Rilwan Tobiloba Raheem) as the winner of the just-concluded inaugural Josplay Rise Fund. Launched on 18 July 2025, the Rise Fund is a bold commitment to fuel the next generation of African musical talent by providing direct funding, mentorship,…
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Josplay announces Josplay Rise Fund to support emerging African and Caribbean artists. There’s a wealth of raw, unstoppable talent across Africa and the Caribbean—but too often, independent artists are left to hustle alone, building their careers without the resources they need to truly break through. The Josplay Rise Fund is here to change that. Starting…