ARMC is proud to announce its first headline speakers spanning music, technology, media, and culture, with further international artists, executives, and partners to be revealed in the coming months. Confirmed headline speakers include: Elaine (Artist), Nkosiyati Khumalo (Billboard Africa), Simmy (Singer/Songwriter), Filah Lah Lah (Singer/Songwriter) and Rofhiwa Maneta (Meta). International headline speakers announced to date include Steffen Holly (Fraunhofer IDMT, Germany) and Alex Jukes (Jukebox, UK), with additional global voices to follow. Strategic Partnership: RISAARMC 2026 announces a strategic partnership with the Recording Industry of South Africa (RISA) , representing South Africa’s major and independent record labels. Founder Quote“ARMC continues to be about building real pathways – between artists, executives, markets, and ideas,” says Sarah Jane Nicholson, Founder and Conference Director of Africa Rising Music Conference.