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Visa For Music First professional music market and festival in Africa and the Middle East.

Visa For Music (VFM), 1er festival des musiques d’Afrique et du Moyen-Orient incluant un marché professionnel. Le projet naît d’un paradoxe : d’un côté, le manque de visibilité des artistes d’Afrique et du Moyen-Orient à l’international, de l’autre la présence d’un dynamisme artistique et d’une création musicale pourtant extrêmement riche. Dès lors, la volonté de Visa For Music est de mettre en valeur les artistes d’Afrique et du Moyen-Orient, principalement dans les musiques du monde et musiques actuelles. Visa For Music est un rendez-vous incontournable pour les professionnels de la musique au sens large, quels qu’ils soient et d’où qu’ils viennent, et se veut être une plateforme d’échange pour la défense et la promotion de la filière musicale des pays d’Afrique et du Moyen-Orient. En résumé, Visa For Music, c’est six missions principales :

- Promouvoir les musiques d’Afrique et du Moyen-Orient à travers le monde .
- Encourager la mobilité artistique entre les pays africains et du Moyen-Orient .
- Favoriser le développement des secteurs culturels nationaux .
- Développer la scène musicale de la région à un niveau international .
- Contribuer à l’amélioration de la condition des artistes du Sud .
- Renforcer les rapports Nord-Sud et Sud-Sud dans le secteur culturel.

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Visa For Music (VFM), first festival of African and Middle Eastern music including a professional market. The project was born out of a paradox: on the one hand, the lack of visibility of African and Middle Eastern artists on the international scene, and on the other hand, the presence of an extremely rich artistic dynamism and musical creation. Therefore, Visa For Music's aim is to highlight artists from Africa and the Middle East, mainly in world music and contemporary music. Visa For Music is an essential meeting place for music professionals in the broadest sense of the word, whoever they are and wherever they come from, and aims to be an exchange platform for the defense and promotion of the music industry in Africa and the Middle East. In summary, Visa For Music has six main missions:

- To promote music from Africa and the Middle East throughout the world.
- To encourage artistic mobility between African and Middle Eastern countries.
- To encourage the development of national cultural sectors.
- To develop the region's music scene at an international level.
- To contribute to the improvement of the status of artists in the South.
- To strengthen North-South and South-South relations in the cultural sector.

14/09/2026

MARK THE DATE. SHIFT THE CULTURE. 🗓️✨

The countdown to the most vital week in the global music industry has officially begun.

From November 18–21, 2026, Rabat becomes the epicenter of global sound, bringing together the sharpest minds, the most visionary artists, and the ultimate industry pioneers under one roof.

The showcases are being curated. The panels are being set. The rooms where future global tours are built are being prepared.

Don’t hear about it second-hand. Clear your calendar, lock in your travel, and prepare for the energy of VFM 2026. 🌍🎧

[ MEET THE JURY — VFM 2026 ]Cultural manager and communication expert Soumia Idba shapes Morocco’s contemporary music an...
10/09/2026

[ MEET THE JURY — VFM 2026 ]

Cultural manager and communication expert Soumia Idba shapes Morocco’s contemporary music and urban arts landscape through key contributions to L’Boulevard, Boultek, and street art festivals Sbagha Bagha and Jidar.

Join the movement.
📍 Rabat, Morocco
🗓️ 18-21 NOV 2026

What does it take to move an industry? It takes global alignment. 📈Every November, Rabat becomes the epicenter of the Af...
10/09/2026

What does it take to move an industry? It takes global alignment. 📈

Every November, Rabat becomes the epicenter of the Africa and Middle East music ecosystem. Here is what the VFM network looks like in action…

The stage is set. The industry is ready.

🗓️ November 18–21, 2026
📍 Rabat, Morocco

Behind every great stage is an incredible network. 🌍🙌Huge shoutout to our ambassadors for always answering the call to e...
08/09/2026

Behind every great stage is an incredible network. 🌍🙌

Huge shoutout to our ambassadors for always answering the call to elevate, support, and spotlight our artists. You are the ultimate champions of the global music scene, and we are so proud to move forward with you.

✨ The journey continues...
Meet us in Rabat for VFM 2026: November 18–21, 2026.

Visa For Music is looking for motivated interns to join the 2026 team! This is more than just an internship; it’s an imm...
06/09/2026

Visa For Music is looking for motivated interns to join the 2026 team! This is more than just an internship; it’s an immersive experience behind the scenes of Africa and the Middle East’s leading music market.

If you are eager to learn, passionate about cultural management, and want to work alongside industry professionals, we want to hear from you.

📍 Location: Rabat, Morocco

👉 Slide left to discover the available positions
🔗 Send your applications to : [email protected]

Put your project at the center of the industry. 🌍✨The Expostand 2026 is more than just a booth; it’s your headquarters a...
03/09/2026

Put your project at the center of the industry. 🌍✨

The Expostand 2026 is more than just a booth; it’s your headquarters at the leading professional music market for Africa and the Middle East. Whether you are a label, a festival, a booking agency, or a tech startup, this is where deals are made and partnerships are born.

Showcase your brand to global delegates.
Connect with key decision-makers.
Grow your international network.

Secure your space and be where the music business happens.

🔗 https://forms.gle/9AXdUm4YxgfBxDgx9

Accreditations for the 13th edition of Visa For Music are officially open! Join thousands of artists, programmers, label...
01/09/2026

Accreditations for the 13th edition of Visa For Music are officially open! Join thousands of artists, programmers, labels, and cultural industry leaders this November 18–21 in Rabat for four days of pure discovery, intense networking, and world-class live showcases.

Whether you are looking to scout new talent or expand your international network, this is where it happens.

🎟️ Secure your professional pass now.
🔗 https://forms.gle/SgkqFX9YBDa94B6c8

[ MEET THE JURY — VFM 2026 ]Berlin-based artist manager and Thuraya Agency founder Salma ElShami empowers independent mu...
31/08/2026

[ MEET THE JURY — VFM 2026 ]

Berlin-based artist manager and Thuraya Agency founder Salma ElShami empowers independent musicians and connects emerging talent with international live circuits.

Join the movement.
📍 Rabat, Morocco
🗓️ 18-21 NOV 2026

[ MEET THE JURY — VFM 2026 ]MASA General Director Abdramane Kamaté leverages his background in political science and cul...
30/08/2026

[ MEET THE JURY — VFM 2026 ]

MASA General Director Abdramane Kamaté leverages his background in political science and cultural management to champion Africa's creative industries, drive international cultural programs, and empower emerging talent through MASA LAB.

Join the movement.
📍 Rabat, Morocco
🗓️ 18-21 NOV 2026

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