Searxng/Tuma Basa Music YouTube's Tuma Basa, director of Black music & culture, announces departure after eight impactful years, thanking collaborators and fans worldwide. April 5, 2026 AceShowbiz - Tuma Basa, YouTube's longtime executive who most recently held the role of director of Black music & culture, has announced he is leaving the company after an impactful eight-year tenure. On April 2, Tuma Basa shared the news via an Instagram post, reflecting on his time at the streaming giant and expressing gratitude to the many collaborators who contributed to his journey.