Dez Billy

Jaiye is building the infrastructure to unlock the full economic value of African creativity. As Africa's first integrated cultural asset manager, we combine IP ownership, global distribution, and local monetization to ensure artists capture value both internationally and at home. THE PARADOX WE ADDRESS: African music generates billions of streams globally, yet creators see minimal returns in their local markets. Monetization remains closed, payment systems unsuitable, and infrastructure absent. WHAT WE DO: We manage intellectual property rights, enable global distribution through strategic partnerships, and build local monetization infrastructure adapted to African payment ecosystems. VISION: Beyond digital, we're creating the conditions for African creativity to become a sustainable, recognized asset class. 📍 Paris | Abidjan