The era of Africa’s music video landscape being a male-dominated industry is long gone. Nowadays, several female music video directors have been flaunting their skills with the cameras to tell memorable stories that perfectly translate a fire song into an unforgettable music video.
These talented women deserve a lot of praise for combining culture and creativity to deliver music videos that can compete globally.
From Nigeria to Ghana to Egypt, let’s show you the female pacesetters who are reshaping the continent’s music video landscape with their stunning and bold visuals:
1. Director Pink (Nigeria):
Popular for shooting Chike’s “Running To You” and the record-breaking music video “Egwu”, Pink is slowly establishing herself as a force to reckon with among her peers.
Her excellence was rewarded when “Egwu” won “Best Music Video” at the 2025 Headies, and Pink has not looked back ever since.
2. Kemi Adetiba (Nigeria):
Popular filmmaker and music video director, Adetiba, needs no introduction.
Despite being famous for her Nollywood blockbusters, it will shock you to know that Kemi was the brain behind Tiwa Savage’s “Darling” and Simi’s “Loyal” featuring Fave.
Therefore, if you are a fan of her directing skills on “The Wedding Party” and “King of Boys,” now you know she is as good when she collaborates with Afrobeat heavyweights.
3. Dalia Dias (Nigeria/Egypt):
For African artists who need a global touch to their music videos, Dalia is the one to call. Her work with top artists like Davido and Buju Banton is proof that she has what it takes to tell a good story with music videos.
4. Edith Nwekenta (Ghana/Nigeria):
Edith is a brilliant music director with a superb portfolio who has worked with several household names like Stonebwoy and Patoranking.
She regularly advocates for greater female representation in the industry, and we cannot agree more.
5. Scilla Owusu (Ghana):
Popular for her unique storytelling and creative visuals, Scilla has worked with superstars like Burna Boy and Mr Eazi, so she is definitely not playing around with the camera.
The fact that she recently earned her spot on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list is further recognition of her undisputed talent.
Folami David is a dynamic journalist who views the world through an analytical lens, translating complex narratives across multiple industries into compelling stories. With an insatiable appetite for information and a keen eye for emerging trends, Folami specializes in uncovering the interconnections between technology, business, culture, and society.
