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Women Shaping the Future of African Film
As Africa’s film and television industry continues to gain international recognition, one of the most transformative shifts is the rise of women in…
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Rethinking Togo’s Creative Economy: From Informal Hustle to Sustainable Industry
The creative and cultural industries (CCI) in Togo have long thrived in the shadows—vibrant, dynamic, yet largely informal.
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The 30-Hectare Creative City Set to Redefine Nigeria’s Creative Landscape
Nigeria is on the brink of a creative revolution.
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Meet the 17 African Women Recognized for Excellence at the 2025 FORBES WOMAN AFRICA Awards
At the heart of Africa’s creative and economic evolution stands a force too powerful to ignore—its women.
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The Business of African Film Festivals: How They Power the Creative Economy
African cinema is not just about storytelling—it is an industry with immense economic potential.
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February 2025

How Africa Can Weave Itself into the Future of Global Fashion
For centuries, Africa’s textiles and craftsmanship have been woven into the very fabric of global fashion, yet the continent has remained on the…
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6 African Creators Who Made It to TikTok's 2025 Discovery List
TikTok’s 2025 Global Discovery List has been announced, and among the 50 standout personalities worldwide, six creators from Sub-Saharan Africa have…
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Makemation: Nollywood's Bold Leap into the AI Era
Nollywood, the powerhouse of African storytelling, is making an audacious statement on the global stage with Makemation, Africa’s first feature film…
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Africa’s Gaming Industry is Growing 6X Faster Than the Global Average—Here’s Why
Africa’s creative economy is often associated with film, music, and fashion, but a silent revolution is taking place within the gaming sector.
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MTN Nigeria’s Drastic Tariff Hike and Exorbitant Banking Fees: The Cost of Survival and Its Impact on Africa’s Creative Industry
Nigeria is facing one of its toughest economic periods in decades.
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African Designers at NYFW 2025: A Step Forward, But What’s Next?
As New York Fashion Week (NYFW) Fall/Winter 2025 comes to a close, the global fashion industry reflects on yet another season of artistic innovation…
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Africa’s Top 10 Nations Empowering Women Entrepreneurs in 2025
In 2025, Africa stands at the forefront of a transformative wave in female entrepreneurship, with women across the continent driving innovation and…
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