Overview

Given the relevance and opportunities provided by the creative economy as a key driver for development and job creation, Afreximbank has developed the Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) programme to facilitate the development and growth of the creative and cultural industries in Africa and the diaspora. The programme provides a range of financing and non-financing instruments and interventions aimed at supporting and developing Africa’s production, trade, and investment in the creative sector. Through various events and innovative projects, Afreximbank works to engage in trade and export development initiatives that bring together governments, bi/multi-lateral organisations and the private sector to work collectively to create an enabling environment for the African Creative and Cultural Industries. Africa’s creative economies, including fashion, music, film, art , crafts and Sport amongst others, are showcased through an annual CANEX Weekend and a bi-annual CANEX at Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) comprising of the CANEX Summit, a dedicated Creatives Market and Exhibition, and a Live Theatre Programme among other activities for the growth of Africa’s CCIs. The third edition of IATF will hold under the theme “One People, United in Culture, Creating for the World” and CANEX at IATF 2023 will bring together creatives, policy makers, financial institutions, business and political leaders, development partners, thought leaders and the most powerful and respected names in the Creative and Cultural Industries from across the continent and the diaspora. This event will provide a unique platform for facilitating business, investment, collaboration, partnerships and inspiration amongst creatives across the value chain of diverse creative and cultural industry sectors from film, music, and fashion to culinary arts, sports, and visual arts amongst others. CANEX will take place in Cairo, Egypt from 9 - 15 November. Register for free: www.intrafricantradefair.com