Cape Town Hosts MUSIC EXCHANGE 2025: 15 Years of Creativity, Culture & Connection

By Venecia Valentine

This October, Cape Town’s cultural calendar reaches new heights as MUSIC EXCHANGE (MEX) celebrates its 15th anniversary. The one-day Global Verse: Music & Culture Summit will take place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, hosted at Fire & Ice! Hotel in the Mother City.

Designed to empower, inspire, and equip creatives to thrive in today’s fast-changing entertainment economy, #MEX25 promises bold ideas, practical insights, and cutting-edge conversations.

Hosted by DJ Eazy

The summit will be led by DJ Eazy, known for his high-energy sets that span hip-hop, R&B, and electronic music. His dynamic presence will guide a full day of world-class talks and thought-provoking discussions.

10 Sessions. 1 Day. World-Class Voices.

Some of the highlights include:

• Arthur Goldstuck (World Wide Worx, Gadget, Sunday Times) – AI and Music: The Human in the Loop
• Ready D (Iconic DJ & Producer) – The Journey of Being a DJ in South Africa
• Erica Schofield (ThundaFund CEO) – Crowdfunding: More than Funds
• Jon Savage (INBROADCASTING, Africa Podcast Network) – Podcasting and the Future of Broadcasting
• Barry Mare (Radio Enthusiast & MC) – Inside the Audio World
• SAMRO Panel – Music, Money & Legislation featuring Chola Makgamathe and Karabo Senna
• Lesego Maforah (SAMRO) – Corporate Social Investment as Catalyst
• Nikilitha Mantungwa (Kopton Music) – The Sync Climate for Indie Artists
• Sue Bulloch (Fresh Advertising & Marketing) – The Sweet Sounds of Success

Why Attend MEX25?

• Strategic Insights: Learn from global thinkers and local leaders about streaming, sync deals, royalties, and copyright reforms.
• New Revenue Streams: Get practical advice on how to protect your work and get paid fairly.
• Culture Meets Commerce: Connect with innovators, musicians, and industry veterans shaping South Africa’s creative future.

As Dr Trevor Jones notes, “The forum that MEX provides is integral to the prosperity of our entertainment industry — both nationally and internationally.”

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, 25 October 2025
• Venue: Fire & Ice! Hotel, New Church Street, Cape Town
• Seats: Limited availability

This is South Africa’s premier creative industry summit — and one not to be missed.