Artists in Botswana can release music on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Boomplay, TikTok and 200+ other platforms with Interfine Music for $12 a year, with unlimited releases. Pay with a Visa or Mastercard card, withdraw royalties to your bank, Payoneer or PayPal, and get help from a real person on WhatsApp.
Quick answer
- Price: $12/year, unlimited releases. Start from $2 and pay weekly or monthly.
- Pay by card: Visa or Mastercard. No M-Pesa needed.
- Payouts: bank, Payoneer or PayPal.
- Support: WhatsApp +254 791 393 533, email and tickets.
- Collecting society: COSBOTS.
Music in Botswana: what artists should know
Botswana's scene mixes hip-hop, kwasa kwasa, gospel and house, with strong ties to the South African Amapiano and Afro-house wave.
Capital: Gaborone. Currency: the pula (BWP). Main languages: English and Setswana. Interfine lets you set your release's language and genre so stores show your music to the right listeners, at home and in the diaspora.
Where fans in Botswana stream
| Platform | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Spotify & Apple Music | Strong in Southern Africa and key for editorial playlists. |
| YouTube & YouTube Music | Music videos drive discovery. Get an Official Artist Channel. |
| Boomplay | Africa-first streaming app with a large mobile audience. |
| Audiomack | Popular with hip-hop and Amapiano fans. |
| TikTok | Where Amapiano and dance trends break first. |
See the full store list on our Distribution Networks page.
How to pay and get paid in Botswana
You don't need M-Pesa to use Interfine. Artists in Botswana pay for their plan with a Visa or Mastercard card: $12 for the year, or $2 to start with the rest paid weekly or monthly. Prices are in US dollars, and your bank converts from the pula (BWP).
Stores report royalties a couple of months after the streams happen. When your dashboard balance reaches the $50 payout minimum, request a payout to your bank account, Payoneer or PayPal. Your dashboard shows the options available in Botswana. How payouts work.
Collect your songwriting royalties in Botswana
In Botswana, COSBOTS (Copyright Society of Botswana) collects royalties for songwriters and composers when music is broadcast or performed in public. Check the society's website for its current rules. Interfine's publishing administration can register your works so radio, TV and public performance income reaches you. Read our guide to publishing royalties in Africa.
Real support on WhatsApp
Stuck on a release, a payout or a YouTube Official Artist Channel request? Message our team on WhatsApp at +254 791 393 533 and talk to a real person on the app you already use. You can also email support@interfinemusic.com or raise a ticket.
How to release your music from Botswana
- Create your account and choose "Other" as your country.
- Pay $12 for the year by card, or start with $2.
- Upload WAV masters and 3000×3000 px artwork.
- Add songwriter, producer and featured artist credits.
- Pick a release date 2–3 weeks ahead, submit, and promote your links.
Avoid rejections with our music release checklist.
Frequently asked questions
How much does music distribution cost in Botswana?
Interfine costs $12 a year for unlimited releases. You can start with $2 and pay the rest weekly or monthly.
Can I pay without M-Pesa?
Yes. Artists in Botswana can pay for their plan with a Visa or Mastercard card. Prices are in US dollars and your bank converts from the pula (BWP).
How do I get paid in Botswana?
Request a payout from your dashboard once you reach the $50 payout minimum. Interfine pays to bank, Payoneer or PayPal (and M-Pesa where available); your dashboard shows the options for your country.
Which collecting society should I join in Botswana?
Songwriters in Botswana can register with COSBOTS (Copyright Society of Botswana). Interfine's publishing administration can help with registration.
Can I get support on WhatsApp?
Yes. Message the Interfine team on WhatsApp at +254 791 393 533 for help with releases, payouts and YouTube Official Artist Channel requests.
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