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African Creators Conference 2025
[edit]The African Creators Conference 2025 (ACC 2025) is a pan-African innovation and creativity festival focused on the role of technology, digital transformation, and creative entrepreneurship in shaping the continent’s future. The conference is scheduled to take place on September 26–27, 2025, in Abuja, Nigeria. It is expected to host over 2,000 participants, including creators, technologists, policymakers, investors, and representatives from development agencies across Africa.
The event is organized by Branddek Limited, a Nigerian-based brand developer, creative, and digital consultancy.
Overview
[edit]The 2025 edition is themed :Future of Africa in the Global Digital Economy: Artificial Intelligence as a Catalyst.”
The conference seeks to:
- Promote the use of artificial intelligence and digital tools in Africa’s creative sectors.
- Foster collaboration between creators, innovators, and industry leaders.
- Showcase success stories from across the continent in content creation, innovation, and digital entrepreneurship.
- Equip young African talents with the skills and exposure needed for the global digital economy.
History
[edit]The African Creators Conference was initiated by Branddek Limited as a community-centered platform for training, showcasing, and networking among African creators. Prior to the 2025 edition, Branddek hosted smaller events under the same vision in several Nigerian cities.
ACC 2025 represents the first international flagship edition and marks the beginning of a broader expansion plan to host the event across various African countries such as Kenya, Ghana, and South Africa.
Format and Features
[edit]ACC 2025 will include:
- Keynote addresses from industry leaders and policymakers
- Expert-led panel sessions and workshops
- Masterclasses in digital economy, artificial intelligence, animation, and digital storytelling
- Innovation showcases and product demonstrations
- Creative awards and talent recognition ceremonies
Thematic Zones
[edit]The event will feature dedicated breakout rooms, including:
- AI & Digital Economy Room
- Gaming & Animation Room
- Content Creation & Tools Lab
- Art & Fashion
- Tech & Startup Pavilion
- Music, Film, and Performing Arts Room
Organizers
[edit]- This Event is organized by Branddek Limited
The organizing team comprises professionals in software development, branding experts, digital marketing, tech innovation, event management, and youth development.
Partners
[edit]ACC 2025 is supported by a network of government agencies, development organizations, and private companies, including:
- National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA)
- Mastercard Foundation
- Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry
- Pulse Africa and Pulse Nigeria
- MSME Africa
- Eventpadi
- Federal Ministry of Youth Development
- Federal Ministry of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy (in progress)
- More partners will be listed
Future Editions
[edit]Organizers plan to expand the African Creators Conference to other African regions, with rotating editions across East, West, and Southern Africa. The aim is to build an interconnected ecosystem of creative hubs and contribute to job creation and inclusive innovation through the digital economy.
Media and Coverage
[edit]The event will be streamed live, with media coverage expected from local and international outlets. ACC will also engage digital influencers, cultural commentators, and tech journalists to broaden its visibility.
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