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The Business of Being a DJ: Is DJing Sustainable in Africa ? Conversation with DJ Shagy

Blacvolta Podcast | Africa's Creative Economy
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DJs have become powerful forces shaping Africa’s entertainment, nightlife, lifestyle, and culture. From Black Coffee and DJ Maphorisa to DJ Tunez, African DJs are moving beyond the booth, building global brands, influencing culture, and breaking international barriers.On this episode of the BlacVolta Podcast, we sit down with international Ghanaian DJ DJ Shagy to explore what it really takes to build a sustainable career as a DJ in Africa. From playing a role in Ghana’s famous Detty December season to powering some of Accra’s biggest parties and experiences, including Polo Beach, DJ Shagy has experienced the evolution of the industry firsthand.We talk about his journey, the business behind DJing, nightlife culture, international opportunities, making money beyond gigs, and one important question: Can DJing in Africa become a sustainable long-term career?Tune in as we unpack the business, culture and future of DJing in Africa.#BlacVoltaPodcast #DJShagy #AfricanDJs #DJCulture #AfricanCreativeEconomy #DettyDecember #AccraNightlife #GhanaNightlife #PoloBeach #BlackCoffee #DJMaphorisa #DJTunez #AfricanMusic

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