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A Landmark Gathering of 18 Visionary Collectives Ahead of the Nyege Nyege 10-Year Anniversary Festival Nyege Nyege, in partnership with Creation Africa, proudly organizes the inaugural African Electronic Music Conference (AEMC) between 19–20 November 2025 as a powerful prelude to the 10th edition of its festival. For the first time, 18 electronic music collectives from across the African continent and beyond convene to exchange ideas, build networks, and map the future of African electronic music as both a cultural force and an economic engine
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CollectiveMembers : Constantly expanding, AFRO-LAB’s lineup consists of artists, trainers, educators, and community leaders. Genres : African heritage and rhythms, enriched with worldwide influences and modern electronic fusion. A project incubator and community center located five minutes from downtown Gulu, Elephante Commons is home to AFRO-LAB, a creative center and studio. “Our work extends beyond the studio and reaches out to the community with awareness and learning programs, particularly aimed at young audiences,” explains the incubator team. Formed as a local art collective, AFRO-LAB collaborates with young artists from northern Uganda: “The idea here is to use creativity as a lever for healing and empowerment. We believe in the power of music as a tool for resilience.” Positioned as an autonomous “African art laboratory,” this healing space brings together traditional culture, young creativity, and experimentation. It is no coincidence that for two years in a row, the venue has hosted the Nyege Warm-up in Gulu, an eagerly awaited annual pre-party organized entirely by the lab’s young students.
CollectiveMembers : Authentically Plastic, Turkana, Nsasi In Kampala, Uganda’s capital, it’s impossible to talk about parties without immediately thinking of Nyege Nyege, the lively festival and label founded a decade ago. The success of this highly unstable electronic nebula has given rise to creative individuals and other highly unique artistic teams. Inspired and motivated to define its own musical and ethical visions, the ANTI-MASS collective is the foremost among them. Founded in 2018, the team—composed of Nsasi, Authentically Plastic, Turkana, and others—began by shaking up the Ugandan nightlife scene with a series of techno-themed, traveling parties for the local queer community: “We are defined by a subversive approach to partying, because we identify with queer culture and are committed to creating safe spaces for our community.” Their LGBTQIA+ activism is largely fueled by the experimental scene that supports ANTI-MASS—from DJ Kampire to Hibotep to Catu Diosis—as well as carefully curated selections of particularly cerebral gqom, pulsating techno, and East African trap.
CollectiveMembers : Yas Meen Selectress, MARTINA, Rajia, Maria Saba Genres : Bass music inclusive and open-minded An all-female project born out of the vibrant Cairo underground scene, Dhamma promotes a highly avant-garde club culture: “Our aesthetic oscillates between drum, UK garage, and Jersey,” say the members of the collective. “Our initiative is community-based and led by women, in a city where inclusive cultural venues are very rare.” The motto for the girls of Dhamma? “Amplify marginalized voices!” Rozzma, El Kontessa, Liliane Chlela, Hassan Abou Alam… Since its creation in April 2024, the team has managed to seamlessly link the turbulent local scene with demanding international acts. Deep in the sweaty clubs of Cairo, Dhamma imagines cross-border, open-minded nights dedicated to underrepresented artists. The collective has several areas of development: Club N’ Bass evenings—a collection of events dedicated to bass music; Les Bath Tagreeby, hybrid evenings where “live performances collide in a raw and open format”; and a third component to come, dedicated to training, with practical DJing and production workshops.
CollectiveMembers : Mask On, Seny D, Sidjey Genres : Rap Ivoire, Afro House, Bouyon, House, UK Bass, Amapiano, African golden era music (70s – 90s) From the old fathers of coupé-décalé to young biamasseurs, rap ivoire parties, maquis bars, and zouglou clubs… Abidjan’s nightlife continues to produce new boucantiers. The latest addition, Djaouli Entertainment, or Djaouli.Ent, has been rocking the city since spring 2022. “Djaouli,” from the Nouchi word for “a turbulent, excited, and energetic person,” oscillates between electronic escapades and African urban cultures: “We see our parties as artistic, social, and community events.” The goal? “To break down barriers between genres, mix audiences of Ivorians, expats, Lebanese, and Asians, break down social divisions, and promote young musical creativity.” United around hip-hop, Afro-dance, house, bouyon, and UK bass aesthetics, the collective has organized more than thirty free, daring parties rooted in African music, with one flagship event: the “Bôrô de Djaouli” parties. The music? “A field of exploration between genres, generations, and geographies!” Starting next year, Djaouli Ent. will launch into production with the release of a first EP of remixes, as well as releases with like-minded organizations, rumored to include Moonshine and Blanc Manioc. Stay tuned!
CollectiveMembers : Francesco Mbele, Ayema Qampi, Lenzo Mangonyane, Jakinda Boya, Lesedi Malete, Nokukhanya Gama Genres: Gqom, TechHouse, experimental electronic Joburg’s Ebumnandini was founded in 2018 in response to declining support for the local scene. As various venues and festivals closed down, the collective decided to revitalize Johannesburg’s underground offering with a bold and sophisticated lineup. Just two years after its creation, the team collaborated with Boiler Room. While Spotify Africa placed its trust in them in 2023, Ebumnandini set up shop last year at the heart of the lively Yardland festival in France. In 2025, the collective was in charge of programming Kaytranada’s After Party in Johannesburg. “Our sound fuses house, hip-hop, amapiano, techno, and gqom,” explain the members of Ebumnandini. “The idea is to constantly push the boundaries. At the heart of Ebumnandini is our community. A community of creatives, music lovers, and trendsetters representing all of South Africa. Beyond the dance floor, our events bring together people who value connection, self-expression, and cultural exploration.”
CollectiveMembers : Mathias Aklilu, Sam YF, Yohannes Meymun, Selamawit Genres : Pioneers of the house and techno scenes in Ethiopia Fabrika Records, an electronic music label and collective founded in 2021, is a truly pioneering platform in Addis Ababa: “We built an entire ecosystem from scratch,” explain its founders. “Our city has a rich and deeply rooted cultural heritage. But the infrastructure for electronic music is extremely limited, and there were only a handful of DJs here at the time.” “No suitable events, no mentoring, no collective identity. It was this lack that led us to create Fabrika. This challenge became our fuel,” say the members of Fabrika with a smile. In just a few years, the label has established a home for emerging DJs, producers, and all club culture activists here in Ethiopia. “The label structures the artists’ sound, our events provide them with stages, the community grows with them, and our advice and resources provide long-term support…” Masterfully led, it is an entire autonomous electronic biotope that is flourishing. Ultimately, Fabrika Records aims to put the Ethiopian electronic scene on the global bass music map with consistency and innovation. Recent collaborations with the interregional Gondwana festival in Kenya and the highly international Nyege festival are very promising signs!