Internationally acclaimed Afrobeats superstar, songwriter, and Berklee College of Music alumna Tiwa Savage today announced the official launch of the **Tiwa Savage Music Foundation**, a transformative new initiative dedicated to discovering, nurturing, and empowering the next generation of African music creatives.
The foundation's mission is to provide access, mentorship, and world-class music education to emerging talents across the continent, building a stronger ecosystem for artists, songwriters, producers, sound engineers, music executives, and other behind-the-scenes professionals. Drawing from her own journey—where a scholarship to Berklee at age 24 provided her with unparalleled training and creative confidence—Tiwa Savage aims to bring similar opportunities closer to home and support the sustainable growth of Afrobeats and African music globally.
In a groundbreaking collaboration, the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation has partnered with **Berklee College of Music**, the world's leading institution for contemporary music education, to deliver its renowned teaching methodology directly to Nigeria for the first time. The flagship program, **Berklee in Nigeria: Tiwa Savage Intensive Music Program**, will take place in Lagos from **April 23–26, 2026**. This fully funded, four-day immersive intensive will train **100 emerging music creators** selected on merit, offering hands-on experience in musicianship, live performance, songwriting, music production, industry business, and more. Participants will connect with Berklee faculty and industry leaders, guided by the artistic expertise of Tiwa Savage herself (Professional Diploma in Music, Class of 2007).
“This is about more than just talent—it's about building structures and access so our young creatives can thrive right here at home,” said Tiwa Savage. “Afrobeats has taken the world by storm, but sustainable success requires education, mentorship, and global standards. Through this foundation and our partnership with Berklee, we're giving the next generation the tools to own their future, create ownership, and shape the sound of tomorrow.”
Applications for the program are now open, with details available on the Berklee website. The initiative emphasizes inclusivity, focusing on both on-stage and off-stage roles to strengthen the entire music ecosystem.
Looking ahead, the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation envisions long-term efforts, including potential expansion to a permanent music education facility in Africa offering Berklee-caliber training on the continent.
For more information, visit the official Berklee in Nigeria program page or follow @TiwaSavage and @BerkleeCollege on social media.
**About Tiwa Savage**
Tiwa Savage is one of Africa's most influential artists, known for her groundbreaking contributions to Afrobeats as a singer, songwriter, and performer. A Berklee alumna, she continues to champion education and empowerment in the music industry.
**About the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation**
The Tiwa Savage Music Foundation is committed to empowering emerging African creatives through accessible, high-quality music education, mentorship, and opportunities.
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