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July 2026 Artist Royalty Payout
It’s royalty payout season, and we’re excited to help you claim the earnings from your music on Mdundo. Minimum Payout Threshold Before requesting your payout, ensure you’ve reached the minimum balance: Mobile Money: USD 50 ( KES 6,720.5 equivalent) Bank Transfer: USD 100 (KES 13,441 equivalent) Please refer to our Terms & Conditions for full payout details. How to Request Your Payout Submit your payout request before 20th July 2026 to avoid processing delays. Step 1: Log in
Jul 22 min read


New Feature for Artists Alert: Track Your Monthly Downloads on Mdundo!
Mdundo is excited to roll out a brand new feature designed to help Artists on Mdundo understand and grow their music. From October 2025, Artists can now view their monthly download numbers directly from their Mdundo Artist Account , giving you clearer insights into how your music is performing across the platform. This update is all about empowering creators with the data they need to make smarter decisions and amplify their reach. With this new feature, you can: i. Stay up
Dec 15, 20251 min read


Music Royalties on Mdundo: How Artists Earn from Their Content
Once you’ve signed up on Mdundo and uploaded your music, your fans can easily download your tracks, allowing your content to start generating value immediately. Mdundo earns revenue through advertisements on the platform and within the music files, similar to how traditional radio stations operate. Every six months, in January and July, artists receive their share of this revenue, calculated based on the number of downloads they’ve accumulated, ensuring that your earnings dir
Dec 8, 20251 min read


Over 300,000 artists on Mdundo have collectively earned $1M in royalties between January and July 2025
Mdundo.com , Africa’s leading music distribution platform, continues to cement its position in the continent’s music industry. As of July...
Sep 11, 20252 min read


How Mdundo Makes Money: The Model Behind Free African Music
How does Mdundo.com make money if all the music is free? The answer lies in a smart, ad-supported and telco-driven business model....
Aug 14, 20251 min read


Mdundo Artist Promo: The Ignition Pack
“Your first push into the spotlight” The Ignition Pack gives emerging artists that essential visibility push, placing your music and story in front of real listeners, fans, and tastemakers. With curated playlist placements, social buzz, and a professional feature on Mdundo for Artist Global Website, this is your chance to make your music stand out where millions listen in. The package Includes Blog Spotlight: 1 album review + PR feature on the Mdundo for Artists Global Websi
Aug 7, 20251 min read


Mdundo Artist Promo: The SoundCheck Package
“Before the spotlight, test the mic.” Soundcheck is a free entry-level support option for independent artists who want to experience Mdundo’s promotional ecosystem. It offers a chance to introduce your music to new audiences, without spending a dime. It's not forever, but it’s where real growth begins. Package Includes: 1x Editorial Playlist Submission Review (monthly queue-based; no guaranteed placement ) Access to Mdundo for Artists Blog : Educational tips on music growth
Aug 7, 20251 min read


How Analytics Can Help You Grow Your Music Career
In today’s digital music landscape, data is one of the most powerful tools an artist can use to build a successful music career. Music...
Jul 23, 20252 min read


Mdundo Artist Royalty Payout - July 2025
The June 2025 Payout Season is here - Let’s Help You Get Your Earnings! We’re excited to help you claim the royalties you’ve earned...
Jul 1, 20251 min read
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