After a hiatus of more than 45 years, the Festival of African Arts and Culture (FESTAC), hailed by organizers as 'Africa's biggest cultural celebration,' is gearing up for its 5th edition.
After a hiatus of more than 45 years, the Festival of Africa n Arts and Culture , hailed by organizers as ' Africa 's biggest cultural celebration,' is gearing up for its 5th edition.
FESTAC is one of the biggest pan-African art and culture events in Africa, with roots that stretch back nearly six decades. FESTAC's inception dates back to 1966 when Dakar played host to its inaugural edition."The 1977 festival attracted participants from over 60 countries, with approximately 16,000 individuals contributing to its success," Abioye explained.
"Mental wellness, especially in the creative industry, is another area of focus, with sessions aimed at raising awareness and providing support. We're determined to elevate the arts and culture sector, urging policymakers to recognize its economic potential and treat it with the respect it deserves."
Other countries that have shown strong interest include Mozambique, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, Egypt and Morocco. Unique cultural elements ranging from African cuisines to fashion and linguistic art forms will be on full display at the week-long festival. "We have quite a number of programs that are very gender focused, especially a women summit that we are putting together on SME Women Entrepreneurship," she added.
Beyond indoor discussions and conversations, this year's edition will incorporate lots of active events, such as sports activities ranging from golf to football.
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