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Through curated film screenings, masterclasses with seasoned directors, and industry networking sessions, the platform creates opportunities for filmmakers to collaborate, access new markets, and amplify authentic African voices. This pillar focuses on empowering emerging talent, encouraging co-productions across borders, and positioning Africa as a hub for bold, innovative narratives that challenge stereotypes and reshape the continent's image on the world stage.
Key Features
Film Screenings
Director Masterclasses
Industry Networking
Co-production Forums
Talent Development
The Secretariat drives policies, negotiations, and frameworks that remove barriers to intra-African trade, harmonise regulations, and create opportunities for businesses and creatives to scale across the continent. By promoting industrialisation, services, and investment, the AfCFTA is shaping Africa into a single market and positioning the creative industries as a driver of growth, jobs, and cultural exchange.
Key Areas of Focus
• Free Trade Area Coordination
• Policy Development
• Trade Negotiations
• Regulatory Harmonization
• Creative Industries Support
At Creatives Connect Afrika, designers, textile creators, stylists, and models showcase collections that honour cultural traditions while embracing contemporary global trends. The fashion pillar promotes dialogue on sustainability, ethical production, and the expansion of African brands into international markets. By hosting runway showcases, business-to-business forums, and workshops, Creatives Connect Afrika creates a fertile ground for collaborations that elevate African fashion, strengthen supply chains, and spotlight Africa's unique aesthetic as a driver of soft power and economic growth.
Key Areas of Focus
• Runway Showcases
• B2B Forums
• Sustainability Workshops
• Textile Innovation
• Brand Development
The music pillar of Creatives Connect Afrika captures this energy through electrifying live performances, collaborative workshops, and industry networking sessions. From Highlife to Afrobeats to Amapiano, traditional rhythms to contemporary fusions, the platform highlights the diversity and global resonance of African music. By fostering partnerships between artists, producers, distributors, and digital platforms, Creatives Connect Afrika strengthens Africa's role as a trendsetter in the global music economy while supporting innovation, talent development, and monetisation opportunities for creatives across the continent.
Key Areas of Focus
• Live Performances
• Collaborative Workshops
• Industry Networking
• Digital Platforms
• Talent Development
The tourism pillar of Creatives Connect Afrika celebrates Africa's rich destinations, cultural heritage, and unique experiences, highlighting tourism's power to connect people, stimulate trade, and drive economic growth. Through destination showcases, industry networking, and strategic partnerships, CCA promotes collaboration between tourism boards, travel businesses, hospitality providers, and the creative industries. By connecting entertainment with travel, the platform seeks to inspire new journeys, strengthen intra-African tourism, and position Africa as a compelling destination for global audiences.
Key Areas of Focus
• Destination Marketing and Promotion
• Cultural and Experiential Tourism
• Entertainment-Led Tourism
• Tourism Partnerships and Networking
• Sustainable Tourism Development
• Intra-African Travel and Market Access
The sports pillar of Creatives Connect Afrika celebrates Africa's sporting talent and the power of sport to connect communities, inspire audiences, and attract visitors across borders. From major sporting competitions to community-driven experiences, sport creates opportunities to showcase destinations, stimulate travel, and strengthen partnerships across tourism and entertainment. Through industry engagement, networking, and collaboration, CCA seeks to unlock opportunities for athletes, sports organisations, event organisers, sponsors, and tourism businesses, positioning sport as a driver of economic activity and continental integration.
Key Areas of Focus
• Sporting Events and Competitions
• Sports Tourism and Destination Promotion
• Athlete Development and Talent Exchange
• Sports Business, Sponsorship, and Investment
• Partnerships Across the Sports Value Chain
• Regional Collaboration and Market Access
The esports pillar of Creatives Connect Afrika explores the intersection of competitive gaming, digital innovation, and entertainment, showcasing the opportunities emerging within Africa's rapidly evolving gaming ecosystem. Through gaming showcases, esports experiences, and industry networking, CCA creates a platform for gamers, developers, tournament organisers, technology companies, and investors to connect and collaborate. By linking digital entertainment with tourism and creative enterprise, the platform seeks to support talent development, encourage innovation, attract investment, and expand opportunities for African gaming businesses to participate in regional and global markets.
Key Areas of Focus
• Esports Tournaments and Gaming Showcases
• Game Development and Digital Innovation
• Youth Talent Development and Skills Building
• Gaming Entrepreneurship and Investment
• Digital Communities and Industry Networking