Hazel Mak Signed Exclusive Vwaza Multimedia Deal
The artist has partnered with the Malawian platform to distribute her new album and serve as a brand ambassador.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Music — General
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Hazel Mak has signed an exclusive agreement with Vwaza Multimedia to distribute her upcoming album, No Water No Flowers. As part of the deal, fans will purchase her music directly rather than streaming it.
Why it matters
By moving away from traditional streaming, Mak aims to gain greater control over her music distribution and the value generated by her creative work.
The agreement includes a one-year term for a brand ambassador role. The distribution deal covers the new album and its associated singles, with ticket sales for future events processed through the Vwaza app.
The players
Hazel Mak
She is an artist who has chosen to move her music off streaming platforms to better control the commercial value of her work.
Vwaza Multimedia
This is a Malawian-built entertainment platform that manages exclusive music distribution and event ticketing.
The details
The partnership establishes Hazel Mak as a brand ambassador for the Malawian-built platform in the United Kingdom, focusing initially on Manchester and London. The collaboration also outlines a roadmap for international expansion, including live event planning.
Timeline
October 8, 2026: The partnership agreement was finalized.
June 2027: Planned expansion of events into France begins.
Industry Dynamics
This agreement follows the broader industry pattern of artists seeking to recapture revenue by bypassing traditional streaming services. It highlights a growing trend where performers leverage proprietary platforms to secure direct ownership of their distribution channels.
Fans will now need to purchase the album and singles directly through the Vwaza platform rather than accessing them via standard streaming services. Additionally, listeners should monitor the Vwaza app for upcoming event tickets as the artist expands her reach into France.
The takeaway
This partnership illustrates the increasing effort by artists to monetize their fan bases outside of mainstream aggregators. Listeners should prepare for a transition to platform-specific music purchasing to support these direct distribution efforts.
Further reading
Learn more about evolving distribution models in the Music — General section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Nation Online.
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