The Role of Research and Innovation for the Green Revolution in Africa

Despite growing recognition, African creatives often face cultural and systemic challenges in achieving global prominence. This panel will explore how African innovators are leveraging the digital space to break free from traditional norms, overcome obstacles, and carve out new opportunities. It will highlight key learnings from their journeys and examine how a fresh narrative of African creativity can inspire global audiences while maintaining authenticity. How can these trailblazers collaborate across borders to build a thriving, interconnected creative ecosystem that redefines Africa’s place in the global cultural landscape?

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This session will delve into the transformative role of media and entertainment in shaping Africa’s narrative on the global stage. Focusing on the intersection of culture, innovation, and business, the discussion will explore how African creatives and entrepreneurs are redefining the continent’s image through music. The speakers will share insights on building successful music ventures, bridging local stories with global audiences, and navigating challenges in production, distribution, and representation. Attendees will gain valuable perspectives on how the African media and music industries can thrive in a competitive global economy

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This session will examine how the growth in wealth and the expanding middle class across Africa can fuel a new model of philanthropy. Isaac will discuss a recently published, groundbreaking report that draws insights from key stakeholders and real-world examples to highlight the primary drivers behind HNWI philanthropy in Africa and the future direction of giving on the continent. A key feature of the report is how governments can catalyze strategic philanthropy through effective tax incentives. Together, we will explore how philanthropy on the continent can be maximized and how it should be structured, measured, and deployed for maximum impact

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