Fatouma Zahra promotes retro karaoke in guinea
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In Guinea, Fatouma Zahra is building a cultural movement around karaoke, specifically a “100% Retro” concept that celebrates classic African music.
Zahra, a cultural promoter and entrepreneur, created the karaoke concept to offer a new way for people to connect with music and each other. She observed that karaoke was often a minor activity limited to restaurants, and sought to make it a popular and engaging experience. Zahra believes karaoke fulfills a need for active participation rather than passive entertainment.
The concept focuses on songs from past generations, African classics, mandingue tunes, and retro zouk, allowing audiences to sing and share emotions. She intentionally chose retro music because of its emotional value and place in the musical heritage, but also wants to encourage contemporary artists and bridge generational gaps. Beyond entertainment, Zahra aims to support African artists by encouraging them to write lyrics for their songs, as many local language songs currently lack written lyrics online.
She hopes to create a sustainable event concept that unites a community and becomes a regular cultural event, offering a space for people to discover talent and create lasting memories. The next event is scheduled for November 7th.
