Africa creative economy

ADDIS ABABA — In a generation of emerging African creatives determined to reshape how the continent is seen and understood globally, Ethiopian actress and cultural ambassador Hiwot Kassa is quickly becoming one of the most compelling voices…

By the time you encounter Richmond Orlando Mensah, it becomes clear that labels like editor, curator, or creative director are insufficient. Mensah belongs to a rare lineage of cultural architects — figures who don’t just participate in…

The Big Picture (Explained Simply) Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 is not just about futuristic cities or reducing dependence on oil. At its core, it is a long-term national strategy focused on building human capital, modern systems, and global…

Saudi Arabia is already building the future. Not in slogans, but in systems. From immersive education exchanges to metaverse-powered cultural diplomacy, the Kingdom’s Gen Alpha strategy is clear: invest early, think globally, and shape…

Saudi Arabia’s growing engagement with Africa is entering a new phase as major institutions in the Kingdom expand their focus beyond energy and infrastructure into youth development, media, creativity, and sports. With Crown Prince Mohammed…

Saudi Arabia’s growing engagement with Africa is entering a new phase as major institutions in the Kingdom expand their focus beyond energy and infrastructure into youth development, media, creativity, and sports. With Crown Prince Mohammed…

In a world where narratives often define nations, Kadmiel Van Der Puije is rewriting Africa’s story, not as a headline, but as a movement. As CEO of The Voice of Africa (TVOA), he has built one of the continent’s fastest-growing…