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28 | My love Letter To Africa | Mpho Sebina

Episode Summary

Meet Mpho Sebina, Botswana’s soulful singer-songwriter and cultural trailblazer. In this episode, Mpho shares her journey of creating music that celebrates African heritage while promoting healing and joy. With her distinctive “Setswana soul” sound, she’s inspiring a new wave of artists across the continent.

Episode Notes

• The story behind My Love Letter to Africa and how collaborating with five female artists across the continent celebrates unity and diversity.
• How Mpho’s unique “Setswana soul” sound blends her cultural heritage with contemporary music.
• The challenges of being an independent artist in Botswana, including the impact of limited monetization opportunities on platforms like YouTube.
• The healing power of her music, with fans sharing how her songs helped them overcome personal struggles.
• Mpho’s advice to aspiring musicians: “Merge your culture with your art, experiment fearlessly, and trust the process.”

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Connect with Mpho

Instagram @mphosebina

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Curator & Host: Aya Chebbi

Producer: Omom Mbu-Ogar

Graphic Designer & Audio engineer.: Kenechukwu Nwachukwu

Music License Agreement signed for the Use of ‘Fire’ by Mpho Sebina featuring MiDi KwaKwa