A group of tech entrepreneurs launched Aftown Music to support African artists.  Starting in Ghana, the company recently expanded into Cameroon and is now eyeing further expansion into Francophone Africa.

Aftown Music is a music streaming and download platform developed in 2016 by a Ghanaian startup. It allows artists and podcasters to distribute their content and earn revenue. The platform offers a mobile app available on iOS and Android, where it has already been downloaded more than 5,000 times, according to Play Store data.

Through the app, users can sign up for an account and stream music from various artists on their smartphones or PCs. It has A free, ad-supported version, along with a premium, ad-free subscription. The platform features a wide range of genres, including Makossa, Bikutsi, Afrobeats, Amapiano, Gospel, and Highlife. In addition to streaming, it offers functionalities such as offline mode and a rewards system.

Headquartered in Accra, Ghana, Aftown Music announced on Monday, February 3, 2025, its expansion into Francophone Africa, starting with Cameroon. The move was made in collaboration with Cliq Empire, a local entertainment center and creative agency.

“We are thrilled to be working with Aftown Music to launch their operations in Cameroon. [...] his partnership is a game-changer for Cameroonian artists. It’s about time that local creatives had a platform that prioritizes their growth and ensures they receive fair compensation for their work,” said Prince Michael Enobi, director of Cliq Empire.

By Adoni Conrad Quenum

Editing by Feriol Bewa