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FRANCK-ALCIDE KACOU
General Director - Universal Music Africa
CITIZEN
Cote D'Ivoire
Education
Master's in International Finance - Université de Bordeaux
Languages
French, English, Spanish
IN SHORT
As a child, Franck-Alcide Kacou developed a secret passion for reading and writing – and later on, rapping. After completing a Master’s in International Finance, he gave up on what would have been a promising career to follow his passion, first in France and then back home. Now at the helm of Universal Music Africa, he plays a leading role in developing creative business models for the African market and giving local talent new opportunities.