SlikourOnLife, the renowned South African Hip Hop and culture magazine turned content and influencer agency, revealed exciting news for the country’s creative community. They are now offering fintech solutions specifically designed to empower artists, musicians, entrepreneurs, and creative enthusiasts who are passionate about supporting the culture. SlikourOnLife is committed to providing innovative financial tools and solutions to nurture the careers of these creators.
Introducing two cutting-edge platforms, SlikourOnLife aims to revolutionize the way artists operate in the digital age. The first platform is SOLDistro, an online music distribution service that enables artists to effortlessly release their songs on all major streaming platforms and stores. With unlimited free music uploads, artists can reach a broader audience and build their fan base. SOLDistro also offers promotional and financial tools to help artists advance their careers, while only charging a modest royalty fee. In collaboration with Prowess, a fund management company overseeing more than 10 billion rands of investor money, SOLDistro also introduces an artist investment fund, providing further support to artists.
Complementing SOLDistro is SOLWallet, an advanced transaction platform tailored to the needs of African creatives. Many artists using international DIY distribution platforms struggle with the process of receiving royalties through global fintech companies, often leading them to forfeit their fees. SOLWallet simplifies the payment process by allowing users to link their bank cards and request a SOL Wallet virtual Mastercard. This card enables secure sending and receiving of mobile payments, with zero transaction fees on point-of-sale platforms.
In the near future, SlikourOnLife plans to expand its offerings to include exclusive rewards, discounts, and even creator loans against purchase orders and royalties for creatives working with agencies or musicians with a proven revenue track record from their streams.
Additionally, SlikourOnLife will unveil ‘BlackChain,’ a creator B2B marketplace that connects businesses with talented creative freelancers. This platform streamlines the process of finding professional suppliers while promoting the work of creative individuals who have been quality checked by the procurement and production teams of South Africa’s most established agencies.
Siya Metane, the CEO of SlikourOnLife, shared his vision for this significant milestone, stating, “Our goal has always been to create an ecosystem that revolves around the needs of creators and their consumers. The SOL journey was born out of a desire to empower creators of all kinds by providing them with not only the tools to refine their craft but also the necessary resources to navigate the business side of the creative industry, reach their audiences, and ultimately leave behind a lasting legacy for future generations.”
SlikourOnLife invites all creators, young or young at heart, to embark on this transformative journey. Through the convergence of technology, finance, and creativity, SlikourOnLife is revolutionizing the landscape for South African creatives, empowering them to realize their dreams and shape a brighter future.
For more information about SlikourOnLife and their fintech solutions, visit their website at http://www.slikouronlife.co.za.
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