Spotify Launches New Podcast Studio in Johannesburg, Elevating SA’s Creator Community
Spotify continues to shake things up in the podcasting world, and this time they’re doubling down on South Africa’s ever-growing creator scene. The streaming giant has announced the launch of a brand-new podcast studio in Johannesburg, marking a big moment for local creators looking to level up their content, especially in the increasingly popular world of video podcasting.
Video Podcasts: The New Frontier
Since diving into the podcast space in 2019, Spotify has amassed over half a billion listeners across the globe. And with video podcasts becoming a fan-favorite, there are now more than 250,000 video podcast shows available on the platform. The stats don’t lie—Spotify’s video podcast creators have grown by nearly 70% year-on-year, showing just how much audiences love the visua...