For female musicians in Africa, breaking into a male-dominated industry has not been easy. For some people, the accepted place for women to fit into the industry is as fans and nothing more. Therefore, when you are a female singer or writer, you tend to face a lot of obstacles with some not taking you seriously. But, some female musicians are fighting back and are breaking down the barriers and dominating the playlists.
Here are some five all-female bands in Africa that deserve a mention:
