SheRhythms
Festival 2026
Accra, Ghana
An international celebration of female artistry in African music. Bringing together world-class female musicians, producers, and music professionals from across the globe — to perform, connect, and shape the future of African music.
Amplifying female voices
in African music
SheRhythms Festival is MUSIGA's flagship international female music festival — a platform that celebrates, elevates, and connects female artists and music professionals from across Africa and the world.
Born from MUSIGA's commitment to gender equity in the music industry, SheRhythms is more than a concert. It's a week of performances, workshops, mentorship sessions, panel discussions, and cross-cultural collaborations — all centred on the female music experience.
Previous editions have featured artists from Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, the UK, France, Jamaica, and the USA performing alongside Ghana's finest female musicians on stages across Accra.
Live Performances
Main stage and intimate venue performances across 3 days
Workshops & Masterclasses
Industry sessions on production, songwriting, and business
Mentorship Programme
1-on-1 and group mentorship with established artists
Networking & Collabs
Structured sessions for cross-cultural collaborations
Who Should Apply?
Solo Female Artists
Vocalists, instrumentalists, singer-songwriters of any genre from any country.
Female-Led Bands & Groups
Bands or groups fronted or majority-led by female musicians.
Producers & Composers
Female music producers, beat-makers, and composers seeking a platform.
Emerging Talents
Early-career artists with under 5 years experience are especially encouraged.
International Artists
Artists from outside Ghana — all nationalities and regions welcome.
Music Educators
Female music educators who want to lead workshops or masterclasses.
What Approved Artists Receive
How to Apply
Complete the Online Application
Fill in all 10 sections of the registration form — personal info, artist profile, media submissions, travel, technical requirements, and more.
Submit Your Music & Media
Upload or link 2–3 songs and a performance video. This is the most important part of your application — give us your best work.
Application Review
The SheRhythms selection committee reviews all applications. This takes 10–14 business days. You'll be notified of your status by email.
Shortlisting & Selection
Shortlisted artists may be contacted for additional information or a video call. Final selections are made by the committee.
Acceptance & Onboarding
Accepted artists receive an official invitation letter, festival schedule, logistics details, and all necessary documentation for visa applications if required.
Ready to Take the Stage?
Join SheRhythms 2026 and help us build the most powerful celebration of female artistry in African music. Applications are open — don't miss your chance.
Apply Now — It's FreeQuestions? Email sherhythms@musiga.org