Diadame Diaw is one of the rising figures in shaping the music industry across Francophone Africa.
She is the founder of Africa Music & Charts, the first independent body dedicated to certifying musical successes based on reliable data-a pioneering initiative that marks a turning point in the recognition and promotion of African artists on both the continental and international stage.
With over ten years of experience in the music ecosystem, she began her career at Universal Music, before leading the Studies & Evaluation Department at the Centre National de la Musique (CNM) in France. In this strategic role, she oversaw flagship research on the music economy, cultural diversity, and policy evaluation, establishing herself as a recognized expert in data, market analysis, and cultural strategy.
An entrepreneur, consultant, and speaker-also a strong advocate for transparency in the industry-she now works with governments, labels, and pan-African and international institutions to establish solid and sustainable standards.
Her commitment is driven by a powerful conviction: to provide African artists with the tools of measurement, recognition, and sovereignty they need to grow and thrive on their own terms.
