Happy Holidays from Bidemi Adedire

Celebrating Our Collective Success - A Look Back at 2023

Friends and Colleagues,

As the year draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on the journey we've embarked upon together. Thanks to your unwavering support and collaboration, it's been a year of tremendous growth and achievement for APVA.

A Little Christmas Treat From Us…

What's a celebration without gifts? As a token of our appreciation and to immortalize the voices that have made this year unforgettable, we've compiled a special download for you. 'Powerful Statements from Africa's Top Audio Creatives' is a collection of impactful words and insights from our members, friends, guests, and partners — a testament to the power of our collective voice.

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The Wrap: APVA in Numbers

This year, APVA has been the epitome of innovation and excellence in the African audio-creative industry. We've made significant strides with 35 events that brought together a dynamic community of podcasters, voice artists, and spoken-word creatives.

The African Podcast and Voice Awards, our standout achievement, drew an inspiring 2,300 nominations from across the globe, showcasing nominees from diverse African nations and beyond. We didn't just celebrate our own; we experienced cross-country collaborations through watch parties in five countries, painting a picture of an interconnected Africa united through voice and sound.

Our Utukufu initiative, commemorating Africa Day, saw a staggering 111 poetry entries from 11 countries, illustrating the richness of African poetry. The event celebrated the diverse talent and provided a springboard for greater visibility, with selected works replayed across our platforms.

This year also saw us working with 17 community partners and supporters, creating 50 articles and publications, and reaching 12,500 subscribers. Our digital footprint expanded with 429,000 impressions on our main website, and our YouTube and podcast channels flourished with over 45,500 views and 59,998 listens, respectively!

As we look back on a year filled with achievements, it's clear that our collective efforts have amplified African voices and created a sustainable platform for them to thrive globally​.

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Happy Holidays

The entire APVA team joins me in expressing our deepest thanks. Your participation is the heartbeat of this industry. Together, we are shaping its future, one voice at a time.

May your holidays be filled with joy, and may the new year bring even more opportunities for us to make a difference.

We look forward with anticipation to the heights we'll reach together in 2024. Let's continue to raise the bar, turning our shared vision into an ever-expanding reality.

With Gratitude,
The APVA Editor.