“As we count down to the opening of FAME Week Africa 2022 on August 24, our collective excitement has reached a fever-pitch,” says Martin Hiller, Content + Creative Director of FAME Week Africa at RX Africa. “Our teams, exhibitors, speakers, partners and sponsors are looking forward to bringing together some of the world’s leading industry icons.”
JP Smith, Member of the Mayor’s Committee for Safety and Security, agreed and added: “Fame Week Africa has the potential to give this scene a big boost as a place for creative industry professionals in Africa and is part of Cape Town’s wider event strategy to support events in the creative sector. We look forward to sharing Cape Town’s story with you and exchanging ideas on how we can grow this sector to benefit the entire continent.
Top 10 things to do and see during Fame Week Africa
JP Smith
Fam Week Africa and its affiliates, MIP Africa, Cape Town International Animation Festival, Musici Africa and Media and Entertainment Solutions Africa have partnered with the beautiful host city of Cape Town to bring you the much anticipated event. From Wednesday, August 24, to Friday, August 26, 2022. Avoid the FOMO – save the date and get your tickets. right now! Click here to purchase your tickets.
Here are 10 highlights (in no particular order) on the 2022 Fame Week travel map…
1. Content is king… but only if you are in content sessions
Fame Week Africa offers over 60 content sessions, access to over 100 high-profile speakers. With four shows focusing on film, television, animation, music and technology, there really is something for everyone. This year’s Musici Africa content sessions are powered by Trace and supported by ARMC. Click here to view the full content session lineup.
2. Exhibitions and meetings
Enjoy the FAM Week Africa exhibition spaces and discover all things film, television, animation, music and technology. Open your world to endless possibilities. See our list of participants here.
3. MultiChoice Pavilion
Multichoice believes in telling African stories that touch lives, celebrate the continent and build great futures with exciting results. This is why M-Net Channels has made growing Africa’s video content industry a priority. MultiChoice is home to a variety of well-known brands that offer exclusive content across multiple platforms. Their brands are constantly evolving to ensure the best in entertainment. Visit their booth (B03) to learn more.
4. Women at the dawn of film: African women will lead the future of filmmaking.
In most African countries, patriarchy still sees women primarily as homemakers and caregivers. Despite this, many dynamic African and African diaspora women have taken over the film and television industry over the past decade – and it looks set to continue to redefine it. Women now have more financial muscle in an industry where they were largely economically marginalized. New stories of today’s African women with great voices are emerging around the world. Join industry advocates as they discuss the social, ethical and professional issues women face in the film and television industry. The power of conversation is the spark that ignites the creative revolution. Join the discussions in the MIP Africa Theater on Friday, August 25, 10:00 to 12:00.
5. Netflix Meetings Arena
At the heart of MIP Africa are the business meetings. Focusing on African content, it is where the world meets the continent and where future box office hits and cult hits are found. If you are involved in production, distribution, financing or buying film and TV content for African audiences, the Netflix Meetings Arena will provide you with a new door of great opportunity for your business by connecting face-to-face with people, content and ideas. Enjoy a unique experience with pre-arranged one-on-one meetings between international and African content distributors and TV content buyers from African markets. Meetings will be included in your personalized agenda, and there will be many other opportunities to network with leading industry executives on site.
6. Main video cafe
Relax, hydrate, grab some food and chat with an industry icon. You never know who you’ll see over a bite to eat at Prime Video Cafe.
7. Canadian Pavilion
A maple leaf meets Table Mountain in the spectacular city of Cape Town, bringing Canada’s business to Africa. Visit them (D30) and meet Arcana Studios, Grant Creative Inc, PasaMusik, Caribbean Tales and Natural Record Studios Inc.
8. Film screening
Over 15 market displays and shows will be on offer for delegates, buyers and press, offering a unique look at the most anticipated series, films and programs across all African genres.
9. It’s not just any party…it is. FameParty!
On August 25th, taking inspiration from Ubuntu – Because We Are – The FameHeld at the Cabo Beach Club, the party is set to provide inspiration, networking and career-changing conversations for African and global creatives. Best of all, this happens while enjoying musical experiences under the African sky. Welcome FameParty. Welcome to Africa! This is your chance to see and be seen. The stellar lineup includes: J Smash, Karma Luna, DJ Drea, Domanique Grant (all the way from Canada!), Namakao Star, Kimon and Chad Da Don. Book your tickets here.
10. Creative Youth Festival
Redefining African events with an emphasis on the experience and solidarity of ordinary citizens in Africa, the Festival of Creative Youth celebrates the outstanding creative work of young people in South Africa, Africa and the world. The festival aims to empower youth, develop talent, entrepreneurship and empower audiences as well as inspire innovators in the arts industry. Fam Week Africa 2022 is partnering with MIP Africa to bring youth talent to the world – be there as we introduce the next amazing talent.
Bonus
The Emerging Artists Program is an initiative of the City of Cape Town, Arts and Culture Branch that aims to help emerging artists in Cape Town build opportunities to promote their work and develop their careers. This year, at Fam Week Africa, the Emerging Artists Program selected 23 visual artists to participate in capacity building and training workshops, as well as a two-week exhibition now at the V&A Waterfront and then at Fam Week Africa (24). Through August 26 at CTCC 2). The exhibition is set up next to the Justice Desk. A girl with a dream Exhibition.
Register for FAM Week Africa 2022 and book your Cape Town stay today!
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