The Leading Vibe Initiative

The Leading Vibe Initiative is a groundbreaking platform founded by GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Tems to support, connect and amplify young women in music across Africa. Born from Tems’ journey as a self-taught artist, the initiative offers women with the tools, resources and connections to propel their creative journeys. With a mission to close the gender gap in the music industry, the Leading Vibe Initiative builds pathways for women to rise.

The initiative launched in Tems’ hometown of Lagos, Nigeria on August 8-9, offering immersive programming for 20 emerging women artists, songwriters, and producers. Through a series of workshops, masterclasses, and panel discussions, participants had a chance to connect and gain hands-on training, access to world-class tools, and connections to established industry executives and leaders. With additional rollouts slated in Africa, the initiative plans to eventually expand across the continent.

The next stop for the initiative is Kenya! Applications are now open for women artists, songwriters, and producers based in Kenya between the ages of 18 and 35.

Applications close on August 30.