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How AfroTalks Kigali 2026 Used Culture, Tourism, And Human Connection To Advance African Integration

When conversations about African integration emerge, they are often framed around trade agreements, infrastructure, policy reforms, and investment flows. While these elements remain critical, AfroTalks Kigali 2026 demonstrated that integration is equally about people, culture, and shared experiences. Launched on May 30, 2026, in Kigali, Rwanda, under the theme “Beyond Borders: Building Systems for Africa’s […]

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African Film Press

African Film Press Partners With Locarno Open Doors For AFP Critics Prize

African Film Press (AFP) — the cross-regional alliance of founding publications Akoroko, Sinema Focus, and What Kept Me Up — joins Locarno’s Open Doors as an award partner for the 2026 edition and will present the AFP Critics Prize to one of the selected projects. The prize includes a USD 500 cash award, a certificate, and ongoing […]

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Breaking Down Borders Africa Tour

Breaking Down Borders Africa Tour Bursts Back With Botlhale Boikanyo, As The New Face Of Season 2

The Breaking Down Borders Africa Tour kicks off with a slate of ten new African countries, almost a decade after the tour’s acclaimed first outing, with acclaimed poet Botlhale Boikanyo become the programme’s face. Botlhale Boikanyo made history as the only poet to win South Africa’s Got Talent. Since her win Botlhale, has established herself as […]

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Gorillas in their natural habitat being filmed with professional camera gear.

NEWF And E·CO Launch Partnership Offering 12 Grants Of €5,000 For Visual Storytelling Collectives Across Ibero-America And Africa

NEWF (Nature Environment and Wildlife Filmmakers) and E·CO / Encounter of Collectives are launching a new partnership to support 12 interdisciplinary collectives from Ibero-America and Africa with production grants of €5,000 each. The selected projects will explore time, territory, memory and ancestral knowledge through collaborative visual storytelling, culminating in an in-person encounter and residency at […]

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African entertainment leaders at Creative Connect during Grammys weekend.

Entertainment Week Africa Hosts Creative Connect During Grammys Weekend

Entertainment Week Africa hosted Creative Connect, an intimate gathering during Grammys Weekend designed to bring together senior decision-makers and Africa’s leading creative innovators. The event provided a platform for global industry players and African creative leaders to engage and drive collaboration that grows Africa’s $50bn+ creative economy while building sustainable infrastructure and long-term value. Convened by Darey […]

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The Cayman Islands: Where African Heritage Meets Caribbean Charm

As African travelers increasingly seek unique destinations that combine luxury with cultural richness, the Cayman Islands emerge as an unexpected yet perfect choice. This Caribbean paradise offers African travelers a destination that combines exotic discovery with surprising familiarity—a place where cultural exchange flows naturally, creating meaningful travel experiences that resonate long after returning home. A […]

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Connecting Africa

Connecting Africa Explores South Africa’s Creative Economy

In the latest episode of Connecting Africa, CNN’s Victoria Rubadiri visited the Africa Food Show in Cape Town, South Africa, the continents’ largest food show, to see how chefs are bringing their dishes to life. The three-day event serves up the opportunity to immerse in African cuisine, with vendors using the opportunity to build relationships with consumers and distributors […]

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African masks and portraits displayed at an art gallery in the UAE, showcasing Africa’s rich cultura.

Kings, Queens, And Cultural Bridges: Africa’s Story Shines In The UAE

author: Sokhu Sibiya Uniting over 300 exceptional works from across Africa, Kings and Queens of Africa: Forms and Figures of Power marks a historic first for the UAE—and the wider Middle East. This groundbreaking exhibition tells a vivid story of leadership, artistry, and identity that resonates far beyond borders. The exhibition closed on a triumphant […]

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Absa L'Atelier 2023 celebrates African artistic talent and cultural exchange through a vibrant art c.

Absa L’Atelier 2023 Country Draw Announced: A Celebration Of Artistic Talent And Cultural Exchange

Absa L’Atelier, a leading Pan-African art competition, in partnership with the South African National Association for the Visual Arts (SANAVA), is thrilled to announce the successful completion of the 2023 Absa L’Atelier Country Draw. This event marks a significant milestone in the competition’s rich history, now in its 37th year, as it continues to provide a […]

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