Heritage
We do not just talk about African culture; we document it, teach it, perform it, and make it freely accessible.
About us
Enriching African lives in America and beyond
BotangRecords is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Saint Michael, Minnesota. We promote African art, culture and music by empowering communities through artist mentorship, cultural education and youth development programs.
Our story
Winner, Best Diaspora Showbiz Promoter, Cameroon English Awards 2025
What began as a record label's commitment to young African artists has grown into a movement. Since incorporating in December 2023, we've produced nine cultural documentaries (including a nearly two-hour feature on the 50th anniversary of Afo-a-Kom's return to Cameroon), launched Kom language classes, performed at the Minnesota State Fair and the National Veterans Tournament, built a YouTube channel with more than 15,000 subscribers, and funded a scholarship for a young Cameroonian artist who just passed her GCE with 10 papers.
Who we serve
We serve Cameroonian, Kom, Nso and other African diaspora communities in Minnesota whose languages and traditions are at risk of being lost within a generation, and the communities in Cameroon our families come from.
Our values
Opportunity
We create real platforms for young artists: mentorship, recording opportunities and stages to perform on.
Community
From monthly gatherings in the Twin Cities to community programs in Cameroon, we build connections that cross continents.
Youth first
Every program is designed to give young people skills, confidence and a path to a brighter future.
Leadership & board
Martin Tohmo
Founder & Program Manager
Dr. Teboh Consoler
Chief Executive Officer
Amit Godase
Chief Financial Officer
Marie Tohmo
Secretary General
Esther Njingu
Staff Coordinator
Transparency
- Registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit: EIN 99-0462963.
- Incorporated December 2023 under Minnesota Chapter 317A.
- Positive net asset position; all funds directed to programs.
- Corporate matching available through our Benevity cause profile.
Why nonprofit?
Structuring as a nonprofit keeps our focus where it belongs, on the artists, students and families we serve, and allows donors, partners and funders to invest in that work directly rather than in a commercial venture.
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