In a remarkable move, Mdundo, the leading African music service provider, has announced the appointment of Amanda Uzoagba as its Head of Licensing for West Africa, specifically Ghana and Nigeria.
This strategic addition to the team signifies a significant milestone for both Mdundo and Amanda as they join forces to revolutionise the music industry and provide unparalleled expertise to artistes, labels and music creatives on a global scale.
Expressing her excitement about the new role, Uzoagba said: “I am thrilled to join the Mdundo family and lead the licensing team in West Africa. I look forward to contributing to the availability and exposure of African music, particularly indigenous songs, to a much wider audience across Africa. Additionally, I am committed to ensuring that artists can monetize their music through legal download and streaming platforms.”
With the strategic appointment, Mdundo aims to solidify its position as the primary Pan-African online content service, bringing structure, legality and income to the sector.
Mdundo’s overarching vision is to provide Africa with convenient and lawful access to online entertainment.
The addition of Uzoagba, who boasts over eight years of experience in the entertainment industry, further strengthens Mdundo’s position in the market. Amanda’s extensive background in the business of film, music, dance and media production and management, coupled with her collaborations with renowned entities such as Netflix, Empire, Dream Empire Music, and Sony Pictures, makes her the ideal professional to join the Mdundo team.
This appointment solidifies Mdundo’s position as a trailblazer in the music licensing space. By combining cutting-edge technology with top-tier content experiences, Mdundo aims to streamline and enhance the licensing process for music creators, artistes and labels, as well as enforce legal consumption of African music.
With Amanda Uzoagba’s leadership and informed support, Mdundo is set to continue innovating and providing a transparent licensing experience for its valued stakeholders.
