Join our conference ONLINE or IN-PERSON (19th of June only). REGISTER HERE (registration closes on the 11th of June): https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/kings/creative-economies-in-africa-conference-2026
In partnership with: African Journal of Creative Economy
Since its launch in 2024, the Cluster of Research Excellence (CoRE) has emphasised the importance of creative economies in Africa for sustainable socio-economic development. The CoRE recognises the need to centre the dialogue between local and global stakeholders for the sustainable development of creative economies in Africa. This year’s call specifically highlights the importance of collaboration and networks within Africa as well as fostering connections between Africa and Europe. The networks and shared agenda can include issues such as heritage preservation, cultural representation, innovation, entrepreneurship and business development, international trade, cultural employment, digital and media spaces, long-term sustainability, and more. This conference will do just that by creating a space for new and emerging researchers to share, discuss and debate on the creative economies in Africa. We aim to build on this focus to support the interdisciplinary exchange of ideas, publications, and networking opportunities, and to advance new research agendas on the creative economies in Africa. This year, thanks to funding from the Faculty of Arts & Humanities and Global Engagement at King’s College London, our annual conference can take place both online and in person (at King’s College London, UK), enabling further collaboration and knowledge-sharing.
Download the PRELIMINARY PROGRAMME HERE
- 19th June in person (with possibility of hybrid attendance for audiences)
- 22nd of June online only (for presenters not able to present in person)
On 19th June, African creator-led media and intelligence company Communiqué will host their flagship Communiqué IRL, a practitioner-led networking event. From 5 pm-8 pm, this event – part of the Communiqué IRL city-to-city series – brings the company’s insights on Africa’s creative economy to life through live conversations, networking and community building. Conference attendees are welcome to join but need to register for this event here: https://luma.com/hxlxpp8t
