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The world is paying attention to African creativity. We must now capture the value it generates.

From the opening ceremony to the Ministerial Roundtable with African culture ministers, Day 1 of @CanexAfrica CANEX WKND 2026 focused on turning global recognition into African ownership, stronger businesses and jobs.

Through CANEX, Afreximbank is connecting talent with finance and markets to help creators retain more value from their work.

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Advancing Africa’s creative economy through investment, partnerships and policy.

The Summit at CANEX WKND 2026 brought together dignitaries, policymakers, investors and creative industry leaders on Day 2 to examine how Africa’s cultural influence can translate into stronger businesses, trade and jobs.

Discussions focused on expanding access to finance and markets, reinforcing Afreximbank’s ambition through CANEX to help African creators build sustainable enterprises and retain greater value from their work.

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Afreximbank’s story is one of shared vision, determination and a commitment carried across generations.

Following the screening of The Lion Speaks: The Rise of Global Africa – The Story of Afreximbank at CANEX WKND 2026, Professor Benedict Oramah, former President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Afreximbank, reflected on the Bank’s journey and the people behind its mission.

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Africa’s gaming industry offers opportunities to turn local stories and creative talent into globally competitive businesses.

At CANEX WKND 2026, Kunmi Adenipebi, Founder & CEO of GameEvo Technologies; Emily Maury-Ndora, Director of Trade in Services, Investment, IPR & Digital Trade at the AfCFTA Secretariat; and Toluwalakin Olowofoyeku, Co-Founder of Kigali, explored Esports & Gaming: Talent, Opportunities, and Industry Growth.

The discussion highlighted the need for investment in locally developed games, stronger market access for smaller studios and revenue models that support sustainable growth.

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