Senegalese beatmaker Aminata Thiam teaches beatmaking to women in Senegal's hip-hop scene, raising funds to address accessibility issues.

Senegalese beatmaker Aminata Thiam is empowering women in the country's booming hip-hop scene by teaching them beatmaking skills. Thiam, one of few women in the field, is conducting classes at the House of Urban Culture in Dakar, where she is training young women to create their own beats. Despite increased accessibility to technology in Senegal, many students face barriers due to limited access to computers. Thiam has started a campaign to raise funds for her students, highlighting the importance of addressing accessibility issues to ensure women have an opportunity to participate in the hip-hop scene.

August 30, 2024
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