A GATHERING OF CREATIVES. INNOVATORS. RISING TALENT. INVESTORS. ENTREPRENEURS. COLLABORATORS.
Experience the heartbeat of Africa’s creative economy at Entertainment Week Africa (EWA). For one powerful week in Lagos, Nigeria, we unite leaders and innovators across music, film, fashion, tech, live production and entrepreneurship all at the forefront of Africa’s creative industries.
Discover emerging trends, explore bold collaborations and engage in transformative conversations that are shaping the future of the entertainment and creative sector in Africa.
Whether you’re an artist, entrepreneur, investor or creative professional, EWA offers unmatched opportunities to connect, upskill and grow within Africa’s rapidly expanding creative economy.
Join us for a week of innovation, inspiration and cultural exchange as we amplify African creativity on a global stage.
KEY TRACKS
FILM & TV
Africa’s screen economy is booming. Explore storytelling, production, distribution, and streaming with creators and studios shaping the continent’s cinematic future, and closing the gap between local stories and global screens.
MUSIC
African music is a global force. From songwriting and A&R to sync, tech, and business models; connect with the people powering sound, scale, and innovation across the continent and beyond.
AI & TECH
Technology is reshaping creativity. Dive into AI, blockchain, virtual production, and immersive tools transforming how Africa’s creative economy makes, moves, and monetizes content across industries.
FASHION
Style drives culture and commerce. Celebrate Africa’s design identity through runway shows, workshops, and conversations spotlighting creators fusing fashion, beauty, and business; from streetwear to heritage luxury.
LIVE PRODUCTION
Step behind the scenes into the technical artistry of live events. Explore the systems, crews, and innovations powering Africa’s biggest shows; from sound and stagecraft to lighting and broadcast.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Creativity needs business to thrive. Engage founders, freelancers, and builders turning ideas into ventures through funding, IP, monetization, and scalable models driving Africa’s next generation of creative enterprises.
Explore our Spaces
LABSPOT
HUB
Labspot is the core of the EWA conferencing experience. The Hub is a home to expert-led panels, startup pitch sessions, practical masterclasses and hands-on workshops. It’s where Africa’s creative professionals connect, collaborate and build skills that drive the creative economy forward.
THE
FILM HUB
In the Film Hub, experience the latest releases from top independent filmmakers across the country. From short films to new movies and shows, this space spotlights emerging talent and celebrates the future of filmmaking.
THE
MUSIC HUB
The Music Hub taps into the pulse of Africa’s evolving soundscape. Housing the EWA Music Camp, this is where producers, artists, and music entrepreneurs connect, create, and build. From collaborative sessions to listening experiences and music business labs, the Music Hub champions innovation, celebrates new sounds, and brings the industry’s future into focus.
CONTENT MARKET
The EWA Content Market is where Africa’s film and music creators meet the world. Designed for content discovery, licensing, and dealmaking, this marketplace connects filmmakers, producers, and music artists with buyers, distributors, sync agents, and rights managers actively looking for fresh, original African stories and sound.
CREATORS'
HUB
True to its name, the Creators’ Hub is a haven for creators. Here, we spotlight the dynamic works of some of the continent’s best and brightest creatives from visual art to technology-based innovations.
GEN Z
REPUBLIK
Come explore our multisensory, pop-culture-driven space, where we spark conversations around creativity, collaboration, empowerment, and well-being all while having fun. Think of it as your content creation haven.Â
LIVE
CAFE
The coolest experiences come alive at the Live Café. From pop-up events to comedy shows and fashion showcases, there’s always something happening throughout the day. We can describe it, but nothing beats experiencing it firsthand.
