Adam Tiran has been named as the new general manager of Africori, part of the independent distribution and label services arm of Warner Music Group. Tiran will be based in Johannesburg and report to Simon Robson, president, EMEA, Recorded Music, WMG. “Under Tiran’s leadership, Africori plans to accelerate its investment in local talent, enhance its comprehensive suite of artist services, and deepen its footprint across East, West, and Southern Africa,” said a statement.