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The Connect for Culture Africa (CfCA) initiative recently organised a regional network meeting on February 11th in Zanzibar, Tanzania. The gathering convened representatives from civil society organizations (CSOs) and influential figures, including policymakers like Fumba Chama, the Permanent Secretary responsible for arts in the Zambian Ministry of Youth, Sport, and Arts, and Juliana Naumo, the …

Successful Regional Meeting in Zanzibar Paves the Way for Enhanced Public Funding Advocacy in Uganda, Ethiopia, Zambia and Zimbabwe Read More »

The Connect for Culture Africa (CfCA) initiative, in partnership with the African Union (AU), is gearing up for a regional network meeting scheduled for February 11 in Zanzibar, Tanzania. This meeting will bring together representatives from civil society organizations (CSOs) and key stakeholders, including policymakers such as Fumba Chama, Permanent Secretary responsible for arts in …

Connect for Culture Africa to Host Partner Network Meeting in Zanzibar Read More »

Experts meeting Report​ The expert meeting yielded crucial insights across diverse facets of the CfCA work plan presented. Participants emphasized the vital role of innovative research approaches, advocating for ideation workshops and hackathons, coupled with the strategic use of generation technologies to sustain project objectives. The overarching theme centered on embracing innovative research methods to …

Connect for Culture Africa (CfCA) Activity Report / 8-12 Nov / Cairo, Egypt Read More »

Activity Report, 8-12 Nov / Cairo, Egypt Roundtable discussion Co-organised with CANEX 2023 The roundtable discussion on public funding for the creative sector, held on November 11, 2023, brought together a diverse group of experts and stakeholders. The African Union (AU) was commended and recognized as a critical platform for decision-making, particularly in establishing the …

Connect for Culture Africa (CfCA) – Roundtable Discussion Read More »

Activity Report, 8-12 Nov / Cairo, Egypt Cultural empowerment through language emerged as an important focus, highlighting the transformative influence of sharing stories about Africa and promoting linguistic diversity. The noteworthy example of Zimbabwe translating its constitution into 14 languages underscored the tangible impact achievable through linguistic inclusivity. Collaboration between government, civil society, and artists …

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Selam, in partnership with the African Union Division of Sports and Culture, is gearing up to host a series of roundtable discussions in Uganda, Ethiopia, Zambia and Zimbawe between 28 November and 8 December 2023. Themed “Exploring Opportunities and Challenges in Securing Public Funding for the Culture Sector in Africa,” these discussions aim to introduce …

CfCA to host roundtable discussions on Securing Public Funding for Culture in Four African countries, Exploring Opportunities and Challenges Read More »

The Connect for Culture Africa (CfCA) initiative, in partnership with the African Union (AU), is excited to announce its participation in CANEX 2023, where it will host a roundtable discussion on the theme Exploring Opportunities and Challenges in Securing Public Funding for the Culture Sector in Africa. The roundtable discussion is scheduled for 11 November 2023, …

CfCA to Host Roundtable Discussion on Public Funding for Culture Sector in Africa at CANEX 2023 Read More »

The African Union (AU) recently concluded its fourth ordinary session of the Specialized Technical Committee on Youth, Culture, and Sports (AU STC-YCS4) from 22 to 26 May. As part of the session, Selam was granted the opportunity on 23 May to present its regional project, Connect for Culture Africa (CfCA), during the STC-YCS4 Experts meeting. …

Selam’s regional initiative ‘Connect for Culture Africa’ is endorsed by the African Union Ministers Read More »

The expert meeting yielded crucial insights across diverse facets of the CfCA work plan presented. Participants emphasized the vital role of innovative research approaches, advocating for ideation workshops and hackathons, coupled with the strategic use of generation technologies to sustain project objectives. The overarching theme centered on embracing innovative research methods to magnify the overall …

A new regional initiative, Connect for Culture Africa, will officially launch in Ethiopia Read More »