Ghana to Host Africa Festival of Arts, Culture and Creatives in December 2026
AFESTAC 2026 will run in Accra from December 9‑12, 2026
In Brief
- •AFESTAC 2026 will run in Accra from December 9‑12, 2026
- •The festival runs concurrently with Industrial Skills Week Africa (ISWA) 2026
- •Minister Abla Dzifa Gomashie urges corporate, media and public support
- •The event is backed by the African Union Development Agency (AUDA‑NEPAD)
Why It Matters
The festival aims to showcase Africa’s cultural heritage while bolstering the continent’s creative economy. By aligning with ISWA, it seeks to link artistic expression with industrial skill development, potentially creating new employment pathways for Ghana’s youth. The backing of AUDA‑NEPAD signals regional commitment to cultural diplomacy and economic diversification.
Key Details
- Event Dates
- December 9‑12, 2026
- Location
- Accra, Ghana
- Supported By
- African Union Development Agency (AUDA‑NEPAD)
- Co‑hosted With
- Industrial Skills Week Africa (ISWA) 2026
- Minister
- Abla Dzifa Gomashie, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts
Context & Background
Ghana has increasingly positioned itself as a hub for cultural and creative industries, with government initiatives aimed at integrating arts with industrial development. The 2026 festival builds on this strategy, seeking to attract regional and international participation.
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