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Looking to stay ahead and make the most of every opportunity this year? Our annual calendar is your go-to guide for everything happening in our ecosystem, from hands-on workshops and creative labs to insightful webinars, conferences, and special community events.
Align your schedule and stay connected with everything happening at APVA.
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PODCASTS
Calling all podcasters! Hereâs your weekly fix of the most exciting events filled with nuggets for growth!
The Young God Fridays: Love is like Agbalumo
The Young God Fridays, created by award-winning podcaster Rodney Omeokachie, is bringing a live podcast listening and conversation experience to Abuja in 2026.
Love Is Like Agbalumo is an intimate show exploring the emotional realities of love, romance, and intimacy, through a uniquely African metaphor. This intimate show is built around the agbalumo (African star apple) as a metaphor for love: at its best, deeply sweet; often, unexpectedly sour; yet always worth tasting again.
Dates: February 27th, 2026
Location: Abuja
Entry: Limited capacity
Click on the link below to get tickets.
The International Womenâs Podcast Festival
The International Womenâs Podcast Festival is set to take place again! This event is ideal for podcasters building their projects and those looking for collaboration and connection.
Date: March 5th, 2026
Location: London
Donât miss out on this unforgettable experience! Click the link below to secure your ticket now!
RadiomindAfrica Broadcast Summit
Radiomind Africa is hosting a day-long Radiomind Broadcast Summit. This event will explore the good practices of AI usage in media.
Join the conversation as they rethink and strategize the future of broadcasting.
Theme: âIntelligent Broadcasting to Digitally Native Africaâ
Date: 13th March, 2026
Donât miss this chance to connect with other like-minded individuals.
Click on the link below for more information.
SPOKEN WORD/POETRY
Step into a realm where words dance, emotions echo, and the heartbeat of humanity is rhythmically unveiledâwelcome to the mesmerising world of spoken word and poetry events.
Female Poets Picnic Potluck
Female Poets KE is bringing together women who love creativity, community, and beautiful spaces for an afternoon picnic potluck.
If youâre ready to spend your Saturday outdoors, meet other creatives, and enjoy a relaxed women-only hangout, this is for you.
Date: 1st March 2026
Time: 12:00 pm
Venue: Karura Forest, Gate A, Nairobi.
Visit the link below to register now!
Poetry Village Presents âLet A Poet Rizzâ
This February, Poetry Village is setting the stage for poets to rizz with intention, soft lines, bold confessions, playful tension, laughter, and verses that know exactly what theyâre doing.
The Love Edition: guests should expect vulnerability, chemistry, and poetry that lands with precision.
Date: Thursday, 26th February 2026
Time: 4:30 pm
Location: The Mart Supermarket Recreational Park, Ogba
Visit the link below to register now!
Beyond The Mainstream
Beyond The Mainstream tickets are now available!
In celebration of World Theatre Day, Beyond The Mainstream is bringing together theatre practitioners, theatre lovers, and anyone who enjoys adventures and new experiences for an evening of powerful storytelling beyond the usual path.
If youâre ready to experience theatre in a fresh, memorable way, this is for you.
Date: 27th March, 2026
Register now via the link below.
MEDIA
Audio creatives do not thrive in isolation. As such, we are always on the lookout for the hottest events to keep you connected and on top of your game!
Women Kreatives Connect Summit
The Women Kreatives Connect Summit is scheduled to take place on March 14th, 2026, at the Daystar Regal Hall in Oregun, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria.
This dynamic event is specifically designed for female creatives aged 18 and above who are passionate about building, growing, and owning their space in Nigeriaâs creative industry.
Limited seats are available; visit the link below to get your tickets now!
The Creatorâs Lifecycle with CommuniquĂŠ
CommuniquĂŠ IRL is returning to Lagos for a live conversation on what happens after the content goes viral, and how creators can grow into entrepreneurs with staying power.
Itâs a practical session built around the four pillars of creative evolution.
Theme: Building Beyond Content
Date: March 20, 2026
Location: Lagos
Visit the link below for more information.
CREATIVE SHOWCASE
Richieâs Talk Zone
Episode: Shadows of Tomorrow: Dancing with Procrastination
In this episode of Richieâs Talk Zone, Richie explores âShadows of Tomorrow: Dancing with Procrastinationâ, a reflection on how delay can feel seductive, how time slips in quiet ways, and what it takes to break the cycle.
From the thoughts we keep postponing to the goals we keep pushing âto tomorrow,â this episode is honest, relatable, and a gentle push for anyone whoâs been stuck in the loop.
Visit the link below to check out this episode.
OTHERS
â°Orange Poetry presents: A Match Made in Hell. Date: 27th February, 2026. Register here
Podcast Movement at SXSW. Date: March 13-15, 2026. Click here
Africa Media Perspectives Date: 25-26 March 2026. Register here
4th African Heritage Awards. Date: April 11-14, 2026. Click here
Podcasting Moms Conference. Date: April 20, 2026. Register here
One Voice Conference UK. Date: May 12th-17th 2026. Click here
Ubumuntu Arts Festival. Date: 13â19 July 2026. Click here
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With Love,
APVA Editor.