A burgeoning digital and creative economy in African markets is rapidly expanding, with the continent’s digital economy projected to grow six times over by 2050 to $712 billion. According to UNESCO, the creative sector could create 20 million jobs and generate $20 billion in revenue per year on the African continent. From the Grammy-winning musicians to top-selling portrait painters, African creatives are shaping global culture. Global entertainment companies are taking notice, and investors are backing the next generation of African artists.

Moderator

Aubrey Hruby

General Partner, Tofino Capital

Speakers

Gbemisola Abudu

Vice President, NBA Africa; Country Head, NBA Nigeria, NBA

Editi Effiong

Founder, Anakle Films

Boris Kodjoe

Co-Founder, Full Circle Africa

Tega Oghenejobo

Chief Operating Officer, Mavin Records

Barkue Tubman-Zawolo

Chief of Staff, Talent and Diasporic Engagement, Essence Ventures; Founder and Chief Experience Officer (CEO), MBL International Group