Nigerian Afrobeats icon Tiwa Savage has taken a major step toward strengthening Africa’s music industry with the launch of the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation, a new initiative designed to support training, education, and professional development for aspiring music professionals across the continent.
The foundation was officially unveiled during an exclusive black-tie event held at The Delborough Hotel in Lagos, where industry leaders, business executives, and cultural figures gathered to celebrate the launch.
According to a statement issued by the foundation’s Senior PR Manager, Joy Teddy, the initiative was created to help address skill gaps within Africa’s fast-growing music ecosystem. While African artists continue to achieve global recognition, the statement highlighted that many behind-the-scenes roles in the industry still lack structured training opportunities across the continent.
The Tiwa Savage Music Foundation aims to change that by providing access to education and mentorship for individuals interested in careers beyond performing. These include music production, songwriting, sound engineering, publishing, entertainment law, and music business management.
Speaking at the unveiling ceremony, Savage emphasized that talent alone is not enough for creatives to thrive globally. She explained that access to education, knowledge, and industry networks plays a crucial role in helping African creatives compete and succeed on the world stage.
According to the singer, the foundation was established to create opportunities for young Africans who have the passion and talent to work in music but may not have access to professional training or guidance.
As part of its flagship initiative, the foundation has partnered with Berklee College of Music to host a special training programme titled “Berklee in Nigeria: Tiwa Savage Intensive Music Programme.” The programme is scheduled to take place in Lagos from April 23 to April 26, 2026.
The four-day training will bring together industry experts and educators who will train 100 selected participants in key areas such as live performance, songwriting, music production, and the business side of music. Organisers said the programme will be completely tuition-free for those accepted, making it more accessible to young creatives.
Applications for the programme are currently open and will close on March 20, 2026. Participants will be selected based on their passion, potential, and commitment to building a career in the music industry.
The launch event attracted several prominent personalities from Nigeria’s entertainment and business communities. Among those present were Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Daisy Danjuma, Layal Tinubu, and renowned music producer Don Jazzy.
Other dignitaries included media entrepreneur Mo Abudu, Reni Folawiyo, Bose Ogulu, Vanessa Amadi-Ogbonna, and Karl Toriola, among several other notable figures.
The launch of the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation marks another milestone in Savage’s career, showing her commitment not only to music but also to nurturing the next generation of African talent and industry professionals.
