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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.
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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: The Power, Politics & Pleasure of Woman
This edition of TYG Fridays is an intimate, electric evening designed to spark honest conversations about womanhood through three lenses we often keep separate, but never should: power, politics, and pleasure.
Hosted by Rodney of The Young God, W.O.M.A.N brings women into the center of the room, not as talking points, but as truth-bearers.
Dates: March 27th, 2026
Location: Abuja
Entry: Limited capacity
Click on the link below to get tickets.
PodFest Naija 2026
PodFest Naija 2026 is more than an event; itâs a celebration of stories, a space for connection, and a platform where African voices rise.
Whether youâre a podcaster, storyteller, audio lover, or curious newcomer, this is your invitation to celebrate, collaborate, innovate, and learn.
Date: September 25th, 2026.
Visit the link below to get your ticket now!
2026 True Crime Podcast Festival
The True Crime Festival is here again!
This event offers a unique chance to meet and interact with your favourite podcasters and content creators.
Date: March 28th, 2026
Early bird tickets are now available in limited quantities. Click the link below to get your ticket.
VOICEOVER
Immerse yourself in events that are set to give you unforgettable experiences in the voiceover industry! Get into the captivating world of voice acting, where you get to learn from industry experts and connect with fellow enthusiasts.
On-Air & Rising Media Conference
The On-Air & Rising Media Conference is a training and networking event designed to support the next generation of radio professionals, created specifically for on-air personalities with less than five years of experience.
Date: March 19th, 2026
Visit the link below to register now!
RENDACON Animation Summit 2026
RENDACON Animation Summit 2026 is a two-day industry event focused on the business, sustainability, and global future of African animation.
This summit will bring together studio founders, animators, producers, broadcasters, investors, and other industry leaders for panels, workshops, masterclasses, fireside chats, and networking.
Date: March 24â25, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM daily
Venue: Alliance Française, Mike Adenuga Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos
Visit the link below to register now.
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.
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.
Pushin Pee 3.0
Pushin Pee is organising an event for creatives and art lovers in Abuja. They will be celebrating World Poetry Day with poems, paintings, and photography alongside palm wine and some spicy peppered meat.
Date: 21st March, 2026
Time: 12 pm
Location: Abuja, Maitama
Visit the link below to get your ticket now!
Poetry Party at African Book Fair
A vibrant poetry party is slated to be a key attraction at the African Book Fair, promising an evening dedicated to the power of spoken word.
This highly anticipated gathering will feature a diverse array of talented poets, offering attendees a unique opportunity to experience compelling performances and engaging storytelling.
Date: 19th March 2026.
Time: 6 pm
Venue: 33 Coricom House, Ngara Rd, Nairobi
Click on the link below to register.
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!
Filmmakers Hangout
Filmmakers Hangout is back for its 7th Edition, bringing together filmmakers, storytellers, creatives, and civic leaders for an afternoon of conversation, film, and connection.
This edition will feature a screening of The People Shall, a Q&A with the filmmakers, conversations on climate storytelling, governance, and leadership, plus networking, live music, and poetry.
Date: March 19, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM â 6:00 PM
Venue: Kenya National Theatre, Main Auditorium.
Visit the link below to register now.
Women in Arts and Film: Art as Healing & Social Impact
Women in Arts and Film is a gathering that brings together women who are shaping culture, conversation, and change through creativity.
This yearâs theme, Art as Healing & Social Impact: Arts and Health, focuses on the role of storytelling, visual expression, and cultural work in supporting well-being, community healing, and social progress.
Date: March 28, 2026
Location: Alliance Française, Lagos
Time: 11:00 AM â 5:00 PM
Click on the link below to learn more and register.
CREATIVE SHOWCASE
Colours of Social Media Podcast
Episode: Danny Greeff on Why Agencies Are Missing the Performance Advantage
In this episode of Colours of Social Media Podcast, Danny Greeff of RebelRebel shares a clear and practical perspective on how social display advertising is reshaping digital strategy, especially within Africaâs fast-growing media space.
He breaks down how creativity and distribution are often treated as separate functions and why that approach no longer works. Drawing from real examples like the Hungry Lion campaign, the conversation highlights how agencies can rethink their structure, adapt to changing consumer behaviour, and stay competitive in a crowded global market.
Click on the link below to listen to the full episode.
OTHERS
Accent, Diction & Market Fit: What African Voice Talent Must Get Right. Date: March 29th, 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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