Tems launches Leading Vibe initiative in Lagos to empower young women with music industry skills, production tools and mentorship during Aug 8–9 seminar

The Nigerian singer, songwriter and entrepreneur announced a two‑day seminar in Lagos set for 8–9 August, open to between 15 and 20 participants.

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Tems launches Leading Vibe programme to support and mentor young women in music.

This bespoke initiative aims to “hone craft, sharpen industry knowledge and build community,” according to her press release.

The Leading Vibe seminar will include meet‑and‑greets with industry executives and creatives, hands‑on workshops on songwriting, music production tutorials, panel discussions and studio sessions.

Each attendee will gain access to production software and essential resources to help launch or accelerate their creative careers.

Tems launches Leading Vibe with a clear vision.

“My goal with the Leading Vibe Initiative is to help discover and support talented young women who have the potential to redefine the industry,” she said in her statement.

“By providing access, tools and opportunity, we’re creating space for them to find their voices, step into their power and shape the future of music across the continent and globally.”

Applications open now and close on 13 July. After this initial rollout in Lagos, Tems plans to expand the initiative to other African cities.

Tems launches Leading Vibe following her growing influence in music and business. She holds two Grammy Awards, the first Nigerian artist to earn multiple Grammys, and has achieved multiple top‑10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 and US Afrobeats charts.

She also holds part‑ownership in Major League Soccer side San Diego FC through her company The Leading Vibe.

The seminar benefits from industry backing. Tems has partnered with Native Instruments to supply participants with production technology and support. S

he has also joined the Native Instruments artist board alongside global talents such as Alicia Keys, Jacob Collier and Ludwig Göransson.

This initiative is a significant extension of Tems’s brand. Inspired by her apple music series Leading Vibe Radio, she continues her advocacy for community, creativity and female empowerment.

The radio show emphasised the need for supportive platforms for women, a theme she brings into the seminar.

Tems launches Leading Vibe with community and industry impact in mind. By offering mentorship and cutting‑edge tools to underserved talent, she is addressing barriers that young women often face in acces

My goal with the Leading Vibe Initiative is to help discover and support talented young women who have the potential to redefine the industry.

Tems launches Leading Vibe at a time when the Afrobeats genre is gaining globasing quality music education and networks momentum.

With her distinctive blend of R\&B, soul, alté and Afrobeats, she has become a powerful role model. Her vision is to cultivate a generation of women creatives who are artistically and entrepreneurially equipped.

Tems launches Leading Vibe with the unique promise of practical empowerment.

Participants won’t just hear inspirational talks but will experience studio workflows and direct engagement with professionals. This experiential learning model supports rapid skill development.

Tems launches Leading Vibe while reinforcing her role as an industry innovator.

This seminar aligns with growing calls for gender equity in creative industries, particularly in Africa where female voices remain underrepresented.

Tems launches Leading Vibe will also create new networks. As the first cohort collaborates and grows, they will become future leaders and mentors themselves, fostering a sustained community.

Tems launches Leading Vibe at a pivotal moment. Her personal journey—from emerging Lagos artist to globally recognised musician and entrepreneur—gives the program credibility and inspiration.

Tems launches Leading Vibe to galvanise change. By blending practical training with strategic community building, she offers a template for artist-led mentorship that could reshape the industry’s support structures.

Tems launches Leading Vibe as an invitation: for young women in Lagos, and eventually across Africa, to step into their craft with confidence and clarity.

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With her leadership, infrastructure support and global vision, Tems aims to shape a new wave of musical talent empowered to lead the vibe.