Bakatwa Media Group Launch Event

In November 2024, I produced and curated the Bakatwa Launch Party, a ticketed event at 6 Degrees Studios in West London that marked the public debut of Bakatwa Media Group. The event brought together approximately 70 guests for an evening of multidisciplinary performances spanning poetry, singing, rap, and DJ sets, including a dedicated album listening segment for one of our core artists.

My vision for the event was to demonstrate the kind of creative ecosystem Bakatwa is building—one rooted in intersectionality, collaboration, and empowerment. We transformed a photographic studio into a dynamic performance space, reflecting our belief in cross-pollination between creative disciplines and the creative repurposing of infrastructure to serve artists meaningfully.

A significant outcome was platforming emerging talent: several performers appeared on stage for the first time. As producer, I ensured these artists received professional exposure in a supportive environment, reinforcing Bakatwa’s commitment to grassroots development. The evening fostered genuine connection among attendees, with the atmosphere reflecting our guiding principle of Ubuntu—“I am because we are.”

This work demonstrates my capability in event production, creative direction, and community building. It also established a template for future Bakatwa productions and proved our ability to execute artist-first, professionally run cultural events.

Production Manager, Rapper and Event Curator – Bakatwa Media Group

Link to event documentation:
https://www.twine.net/signin ng