YouTube reveals African Creatives cohorts of the #YouTubeBlack Voices initiative 2022

YouTube has revealed the names of African creators cohorts who have been selected to join the flagship programme #YouTubeBlack Voices Fund initiative.

The fund focuses on investing in Black creators from around the world who are telling fresh and authentic stories, and includes a global cohort of 135 from around the world. 

While the group of creators from Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa come from varied professional, social and academic backgrounds, one common thread connects them all; the desire to make a difference in their communities and Africa through relatable and insightful content.  

As part of the #YouTubeBlack Voices Fund Class of 2022, each of the 26 African YouTubers selected will receive seed funding alongside dedicated support to help them develop their channels. They will also take part in bespoke and hands-on training, workshops and networking programmes.

“We are excited to be working with an outstanding group of young and talented African creators who understand that content that resonates with their audience is both entertaining and thought-provoking,” says Alex Okosi, MD, Emerging Markets, YouTube EMEA. 

“This group of creators is making content that starts important conversations about issues we face in society, which really resonate with their audience. We are inspired by them and hope that the skills they learn from being part of this programme will help them touch more lives than they’d ever imagined,” he adds.

This is the second class of African creators in the #YouTubeBlack Voices Fund which is now established as a multi-year commitment aimed at nurturing Black creators and artists on YouTube. 

Below is Africa’s full list of the #YouTubeBlack Voices Creator Class of 2022: 

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