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About JeriKholisa Pan-African Creative Business Scientists At JK, our passion revolves around delving into the intricate landscape of African business. We engage in collaborative efforts and consultation, spanning diverse sectors such as the creative arts, music and entertainment, innovative corporate ventures in the energy sector, and extensive partnerships with large-scale NGOs dedicated to enhancing African communities' well-being. Our clientele shares a fundamental belief, that "It takes a village to make the business work, and in turn, the business should take care of the village." The driving forces behind our business relationships are rooted in community, collaboration, reciprocity, and the pursuit of the common good. What sets us apart from other agencies and consulting agenci across the continent? Why choose to collaborate with us? In essence, we immerse ourselves in the market. With a pervasive presence throughout the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and East African Community (EAC), we serve as your ultimate guide in translating value, fostering networks, and tapping into local resources across these strategic regions. Our track record spans over a decade, during which we've actively participated in various key industries within these markets. Let's embark on this journey together! “It is clear that we must find an African solution to our problems, and that this can only be found in African unity. Divided we are weak; united, Africa could become one of the greatest forces for good in the world.” - Kwame Nkrumah About the Founders Some of our previous & current clients Our Mission Improving livelihoods & building lasting legacies through education , market support systems & business services through expert led service delivery Our Vision Enabling equitable participation of African enterprises through expert knowledge & collaboration Our Governing Wisdom Insights Driven Trust & Integrity Creativity Action Bias Collaboration Future Focused Adventure & Enjoyment Universal Pan-African Outlook "Do not look where you fell, but where you slipped." - African proverb "One of the truest tests of integrity is its blunt refusal to be compromised" - Chinua Achebe "With a little seed of imagination you can grow a field of hope." - African proverb Glory does not come by calling." - African proverb Ubuntu ; ""I am because we are" - a Zulu ideology and approach to life "For tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today" - African proverb “Life is either a daring adventure or nothing." - Helen Keller “The reason why lions hunt successfully as a pride, is reason enough for Africans to unite.” ― Thabiso Daniel Monkoe Our Services Our Work Media Features United Arts of Africa “You can no longer see or identify yourself solely as a member of a tribe, but as a citizen of a nation of one people working toward a common purpose.” ― idowu koyenikan

Media features WHATS GOOD AFRICA Featured Channels: REVOLT TV (US) | NTV (KE) | AZAM TV (TZ) What's Good Africa's Premiere episode, the show hosts are Remmy Majala and Nick Ndeda , with 3 featured guests per episode. Our pilot episode features Karun Mungai, Sheng Talk hosts James Gichuru & Charles Kariuki and Jeri Kholisa co-founders Natasha Eagle & Mnikelo Qubu. GLIM MAGAZINE - UGANDA Natasha Moret-Qubu, MD of Sol Generation Records is Redefining the Arts with Music and Fashion – (Jeri Kholisa) South African born, qualified Accountant, Natasha was heading up a project to migrate global shared finance services for the world’s 5th biggest law firm, Hogan Lovell. Before that, she was leading the Africa business development agenda as HR and Finance manager for the biggest prosthetics company in the world, Ottobock . Her long career in finance, accounting and business development started over 10 years ago as an auditor for one of the big 4 global auditing firms, PWC. ​ Read more. RLVNT! BY LERATO TSHABALALA Talk Show style Vodcast where Lerato Tshabalala speaks to renowned thought leaders across industries, to reflect on what is happening in the now and how humanity can best navigate and pivot in this present moment in order to find peace in it and remain relevant. Nisha Kapur, BBC Commissioning Editor, says: “For the first time an international broadcaster is offering a pan-African discussion programme targeted specifically at African women. Each edition will be hosted by a number of contributors across Africa - key influencers within their community and business. The common thread that links them is their fascinating stories and observations about life which everyone - women and men - can relate to.” - 2018 - 2020 #TheSheWord THE SHE WORD Featured Channels: BBC Africa | KE | TZ | BBC Online ​ From 2018 - 2020 Eagle Tasha Moret-Qubu was a contributor on the BBC talkshow 'The She Word'. A round table conversation between four African women from differing walks of life, bringing their perspective to life on an array of social and relatable topics. Nisha Kapur, BBC Commissioning Editor, says: “For the first time an international broadcaster is offering a pan-African discussion programme targeted specifically at African women. Each edition will be hosted by a number of contributors across Africa - key influencers within their community and business. The common thread that links them is their fascinating stories and observations about life which everyone - women and men - can relate to.” - 2018 - 2020 #TheSheWord It all begins with a story... Our journey has managed to catch some peoples attention. See what is being said about us & what we shared.

Our Services 1 Business Consultation (Strategy, Marketing, Operations & Finance) Brand Development Comms Development Behaviour Change Management Project Management Financial Planning Business Development 2 Music Clearance & Licensing Music Clearance for film & production Music licensing obo composers Contracting Negotiations ​ 3 Publishing & Publishing Administration Registration Collections Pitching for sync and other placements 4 Music Business Strategy Release Plan Consultation Tailored Release Plan Release Management Tailored distribution strategy Delivery to platforms and playlist pitching and placements 5 Artist Representation & Bookings Negotiation Contracting Logistics Management Business Consultation 45 min 75 US dollars US$75 Book Now OUR PREVIOUS PROJECTS

Home JK The Business About JeriKholisa JK The Duo JK Blogs Contact Search Plans & Pricing More ENTER.THE.DUO WELCOME TO PLANET JK A space where you can learn about who we, The JK Duo, are as creative beings. Come share our love for Travel x Festivals x Art x Fashion All ROOTED in Africa ​ PROUDLY PAN-AFRICAN More About Us STORYTELLING “Storytellers ought not to be too tame. They ought to be wild creatures who function adequately in society. They are best in disguise. If they lose all their wildness, they cannot give us the truest joys.” ― Ben Okri THE JK BLOG Explore our Stories & Art More of our Stories Exploring the Natural Wonders of South Africa's Panorama Route - Pt.3 The final leg of our exploration of the Panorama Route in South Africa. The majestic Blyde River Canyon, Three Rondavels , echo caves & more Exploring the Natural Wonders of South Africa's Panorama Route - Pt.1 Join us on a journey as we explore the Panorama Route, its surrounding sites, uncovering the hidden gems that make this region a must visit! LOVE IS A JOURNEY 11 Days of Love and Tar (Part 1) "...without admitting it, I’m genuinely scared." Its the 28th of December 2016 and we are having dinner at a Jozi spot. We’ve just spent... LOVE IS A JOURNEY Qubu Love Story Capsule The 'Qubu Love Story' Capsule Collection came about after we survived 2020 and being stuck away from our home for about 10 months. While... LOVE IS A JOURNEY The Vow - Lugha ya Mapenzi In this series called ART IS A LOVE LANGUAGE we explore the symbiotic relationship between the many facets of love and how they drive us... PHOTO SERIES Afro-Futuristic Royalty ‘Your sweet nectar wraps around my senses like jungle vines steady drums beating Your heart near mine ... Your strong hands hold me...

Our Story JeriKholisa, founded by duo, Eagle Moret-Qubu and Mnikelo Qubu, aka 'The Business Scientists', after a decade in the global corporate world, working across continents and sectors, is a manifestation of their desire and dedication to seeing African creative arts and entertainment flourish and to foster more authentic and fruitful engagements between the corporate and creative worlds. The name 'JeriKholisa' originates from the founders ancestral lineage and pays homage to those who came before them, those lost and those who continue guiding the way in ways both seen and unseen. However, JK is much more than the founders. Its the vast pan-African network that the founders have built over the past decade, living, working and traveling across the continent. Combining their 30+ years in finance, operations, behaviour change marketing, business development and strategy across African and global markets. JK provides business services and market support systems for African creatives and businesses. Welcome to the tribe. About the Founders Pan-African Creative Business Experts Eagle is a Finance, Business Development and Management specialist, who also holds a Masters with a dissertation focused on Consumer Behaviour in the African brand space. Beginning her career as an auditor at PwC, with over 13 years in building various global firm's strategic and financial models into African markets, financial and operational management, with vast experience in building and structuring businesses and leading high performance teams. In her last corporate role she led Hogan Lovell's Global Business Services Centre finance team and sat on the firms global finance team. Recently Eagle has chartered a path in the Creative Entrepreneurial space by leading Kenya based record label Sol Generation, as well as co-founding an artists rights education and management platform, 'Artists' Rights Africa - ARA'. She currently works as a consultant and trainer in the cultural and creative industry . ​ Mnikelo is an experienced senior marketeer who specialises in Brand Building; Brand Development; Behaviour Change Communication and Project Management. Mnikelo has worked across Africa, South East Asia as well as key markets in Europe. Mnikelo started his career at global marketing giant Unilever where he worked for 9 years, before moving to a 2x Emmy Award Winning medium sized enterprise and finally becoming a self employed Global Marketing, communications and Social Behavioural change Consultant. Explore our Services > Media Features >

African Creative Business Scientists CONSULTANCY STORYTELLING WELCOME TO PLANET JK A space to connect, build and learn about who we are & what we do. Selec t 'JK The Biz' or the block logo (light background) the to lear n more about what we do as consultants and how we serve the culture by providing market support systems that merge the creative & business worlds alike. ​ Select 'JK T he Duo' or the logo (Dark background & Cursive) to learn more about who we are as storytellers . Travel with us through our Blog which explores are favourite art, creations, spaces & destinations. ​ All ROOTED i n AFRICA ​ JK The Biz JK The Duo United Arts of Africa “The forces that unite us are intrinsic and greater than the superimposed influences that keep us apart.” ― Kwame Nkrumah

Our Work We've worked on some cool stuff along the JK journey, take a peek below to see some of our previous projects. 01 Netflix synchronisation placement for 'Ufuna Bani' on The Brave Ones UFUNA BANI (SONDELA) is the the second official single by collaborators, multi-Award winning South African Artist Pilani Bubu and Kenyan sound-man and producer AfroNautiq. The fruits of a successful tour in Nairobi during February 2022 while Pilani Bubu promoted and performed her recent project 'Lockdown Lovestory' while serving her residency at the iconic Supersonic Africa Studios. The follow up single after 'As We Lay', which was released in September 2021. The song is about a partner seeking and pleading for intimacy and connection to their lover, who seems distant now that they have won their lovers heart. 'So who else does this person want if it is not me, a mere reflection of me perhaps?' Asks Pilani in her home language, isiXhosa, broody solemn tone, all the while carrying the many melodies of melancholy and longing. 'uFuna Bani' has also been featured on the epic NETFLIX series, THE BRAVE ONES. The song is featured on episode 4 during an intimate love scene between the main characters. CREDITS SONG TITLE: UFUNA BANI (SONDELA) RELEASE DATE: September 23rd, 2022 MUSIC WRITTEN & PERFORMED BY PILANI BUBU ( @pilanibubu ) MUSIC MIXED & MASTERED BY SEAN PEEVERS ( @AfroNautiq ) MUSIC PRODUCED BY SEAN PEEVERS ( @AfroNautiq ) COVER ART BY GEOFFREY THUO ( @cartoons_ke ) PILANI BUBU appears courtesy of BUPILA PUBLISHING (PTY LTD AFRONAUTIQ appears courtesy of of Jeri Kholisa BOOKINGS & CONTACT: pilani@bupila.com PILANI BUBU-01 PILANI BUBU-01 1/7 02 Lockdown LoveStory tour - Kenya In early 2022, Jerikholisa hosted the multi-layered and talented dreamer and doer, the SAMA Award winning Pilani Bubu in Kenya for the release of her project 'Lockdown LoveStory' gig and media tour. Lockdown Lovestory, was written, and recorded in the height of the pandemic, in real time as this story unfolded for Pilani during her time in quarantine, in the unprecedented hard lockdown of March – August 2020, in South Africa. The levels from 5 - 1, were real markers in the chapters of her life and this love story. Lockdown Lovestory is inspired by the journey she takes in a long distance and virtual relationship, exploring the nuances of the loneliness and yearning presented by this circumstance. Pilani explores the feelings of fantasy and nostalgia packaged in Nu-RnB, she makes references to 90’s teen nostalgia in the music production as well as the visual storytelling. Marked by beautiful melodies, cohesively held by her love for vocal harmony and rhythmic guitars. She also goes layers deep with the use of vintage mics, FX, synths, and rhodes in electronic production adding to the fresh edge and urban feel of this modern day story. She collaborated with Afronautiq: Sean Peevers on the springboard track ‘As We Lay’ that began the production journey of the project. Then worked with beat makers and producers, Samuel ’Sichangi’ Namasaka (Kenya), Ludwe Danxa (South Africa), Andras Weil (Budapest) and guitarist Bradley Prince (South Africa), who all came together serendipitously and inspired to help tell this story. 03 Fashion : Commissioned characters in Kali Works ARIF Collection campaign We've always seen our relationship like water. It ebbs and flows, expands and contracts. We try by all means to not resist each other's growth but instead, allow each other space to become more. Similar to the ARIF collection which is represented by one continuous line that paints two pictures, we see our relationship as that one continuous line that allows both of us to develop as individuals, but at the same time creates a fuller picture when seen in union. Our superpower is in the fluidity of our union, birthed in compassion and crowned by friendship and love. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. 04 Fashion Capsule: Qubu Lovestory Collection 2021 The 'Qubu Love Story' Capsule Collection came about after we survived 2020 and being stuck away from our home for about 10 months. While reflecting on the year and on our journey together and being in a space of gratitude and in awe of the love that surrounds us, we decided to spend some time creating around that love and those whom we love in an effort to honour that love through art. Our love story does not stand alone... we are a proud of the love that surrounds us. Meet our brother and sister, Gwen and Vuyo Qubu, who have played a major role in our love journey by being the amazing people that they are and by living and leading by example in how they live a love filled life. 05 TRACE EAST AFRICA PRESENTS: BackToTheBeat December 2021 'Back To The Beat' (BTTB) is a show developed for TRACE East Africa that's focused on sharing the visual story behind the making of music. As often, the audience are recipients of the final product but are however not included in the journey of the making of the music, we wanted a different approached to boosting engagement with the music, creating a platform for discovery and loyal fan bases, by taking the music consumer on a journey that shows the 'Behind the scenes' of music creation. BTTB is produced and shot at Supersonic Studios and shot by Fat Rain Films both companies are under The Village Creative Group based in Kenya. Executive Producer: Mnikelo Qubu of Jerikholisa & FEATURED Savara of Saut Sol, Nviiri The Storyteller, Chris Kaiga, Karun, Sichangi, Steph, Bezema, Mankind and Hiribae Each episode is broken into 3 acts: Act 1: A producer and engineer Sean Peevers of Supersonic begin ideating and creating a beat Act 2: Once the beat is made, the producers invite an artist (vocalist) whom they feel would best complement the beat & the vocalist comes into studio to record their contribution Act 3: Next the producers identify any other instruments that would compliment the current song draft and invite the appropriate session musicians. Closing: The final version of the song, against BTS visuals. This was aired by TRACE EA over December 2021 06 Soundtrack To A Heartbreak Release October 2021 Soundtrack To A Heartbreak is Sichangi’s 10 track album release adorned by some of Kenya’s best vocalists such as Karun, Xenia Manasseh and Lisa Odour Noah. The project also includes features from rappers TAIO, Steph and Xtatic and a guitar highlight from extraordinaire Tugi Mlamba. Recorded over a period of 4 and a half years between South Africa and his hometown Nairobi, Sichangi proves his growth and expansion as a musical artist with this project. As a RBMA (Red Bull Music Academy) alumni and a unique producer of his own merit, this album provides a deeper look into Sichangi the musician and Sichangi the song writer. His penmanship is uncovered by his way of narrating his story, paired by the melodies incorporated in each track. Inspired by a lot of 90’s Hip Hop and R&B, expect to hear lots of rhythmic melodies and experimental references to that time, both lyrically and sonically. What makes this project a true body of work is the ways in which every artist involved embraces the vulnerability of the subject at hand (heartbreak) that attributes that to real human emotion, connection or lack thereof, and how we all choose to deal with those particular chapters of our lives. 07 The STAH Experience December 2021 The S.T.A.H. Experience was a live music event, set in heart of Nairobi at the Nu Nairobi culture base, The Alchemist. The event took place on December 9th, 2021, with Sichangi taking us through a live performance of his newly released, and incredibly received album 'Soundtrack To A Heartbreak' aka S.T.A.H. The black and white (with a touch of heartbreak) show, featuring an all Kenyan line- up made of Nairobi's greatest talents and Nu-Nairobi legends alike, is set to bring an unforgettable experience with the best performances, DJs sets, visual installations and stage production and a STAH- studded line-up performing from 6pm in the evening. 08 EA Wave Reimagines Ami Faku (Kenya | South Africa) 2020 Project Management Pan-African Project management from South Africa in collaboration with our Kenyan team to ensure smooth workflowbetween the two teams Creative Direction We developed moodboards, storyboarding and all creative management as well as set design and location scouting. Styling We developed mood-boards, storyboarding and all creative management as well as set design and location scouting. We worked styling and wardrobe design in collaboration with BontlefeelaB Closet & several Kenyan & South African designers ​ Talent We also played the talent as 'The DUO'. Project Management Pan-African Project management from South Africa in collaboration with our Kenyan team to ensure smooth workflow between the two teams WEBSITE: AMIFAKU REIMAGINED 09 - HOME COMING AFRICA FESTIVAL 2019 - KARUN In 2019, singer Karun from Kenya was selected and booked by Jerikholisa for a performance at Home Coming Africa festival in Pretoria, South Africa. Karun got to perform alongside the likes of DBN Gogo, Boity, Sho Majozi. Mpho Sebina, Focalistic, Kabza the Small and Langa Mavuso 10 Nanawax Brand Launch & Go To Market Rollout (Kenya) 2018 Business Development Nanawax is a fashion label with 5 stores across francophone West Africa and pop up events in France. We developed the Kenya business model, Registered and managed the business end to end in partnership with the founder, Maureen Ayite and Eagle as Nanawax Kenya's shareholder and Managing Director and co-founders Julie Gichuru and Mirriam Sedibe Creative Direction We conceptualised the Launch event & 2 ramp shows that solidified the brand into the Kenyan premium fashion market. Talent We managed supply chain which connected manufacturing across West Africa to the kenyan market and build and managed the kenyan online store including all regional deliveries across East Africa. E-commerce and Retail models Designed and developed Nanawax Kenya's e-commerce platform and retail luxe pop-up experiences. Copy of _DSC0814 DSC_3144-min DSC_0904 Copy of _DSC0814 1/12 11 Home Coming Africa (SA) - Tour 2018 Artists: EA Wave, Loa Myst and Wanja Wohoro Click play icon for tour recap video In 2018 Jerikholisa booked electronic group EA Wave, singer/songwriter Loa Myst (now Tihane) and singer/songwriter Wanja Wohoro for the HomeComing Africa festival in Pretoria, South Africa. 12 'FROM JOZI TO NAIROBI' - EXPERIENTIAL POP-UP 2018 BY: JERIKHOLISA & VIBE TRIBE NAIROBI Also featured in MixMag (US) Documentary on 'Nu Nairobi' ​ JeriKholisa and Vibe Tribe collaborated to curate a fashion + music fusion event on a random Tuesday in February to test just how ready Nairobians are to step out, swagged up for shopping & sundowners on weekdays during slow months... And judging by how many hugs we've seen in this video and how dope the photos turned out, we gathered that the people of this city are definitely prepared for more pop up partying - whether rain, shine, weekday or weekend. From 2pm - 8pm we challenged our DJs to play only nu Kenyan releases and it was EPIC! JeriKholisa was also hosting a group of approximately 50 South Africans visiting Nairobi, Kenya. ​ 13 Vibe Tribe Presents Night Dancers 2017 Fashion Show Production ​ We brought various fashion designers from Nairobi into the event. Paired each designer with a performing artist & organised a full ramp show. Styling & Wardrobe We styled each artist for their performance. Performing artists included Blinky Bill; Kato Change; EA Wave amongst other amazing talents. Event Planning & Management As part of Vibe Tribe collective our role also included strategy, marketing and comms rollout

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