Communications can play a critical role in shaping perceptions of the world and communities within it. Unfortunately, communications has often been used to reinforce harmful and one-dimensional stereotypes of Africa. This workshop, titled, "The Ethics of Communications in Africa: Exploring the Role of Communications in Challenging Stereotypes and Promoting Social Change" will bring together various […]

The African Continental Free TradeAgreement has deepened intra-Africa trade by increasing ease of business - and thereby, flows of knowledge - across the continent, promoting a borderless Africa. But so too has digital and social media. This talk discusses how to think of digital storytelling as a form of its own borderless trade across the […]

Africa is one of the world's fastest-growing regions, with several countries showing strong economic growth rates over the past few years. The continent has become an attractive destination for businesses looking to expand their global footprint, particularly those in Europe, Asia, North America, and South America seeking new markets outside their region. With the rise […]

Every organisation will experience a crisis. Managed well, the crisis can protect your brand and reputation and build trust with stakeholders. On the contrary, a badly managed crisis can be more catastrophic than the crisis event itself. Join Neeran Naidoo from Hewers, a dedicated crisis communications and reputation risk management consultancy, as he shares his […]

This event is organized by CLEAR global. It will be a presentation on how technology can be used to bridge the digital language divide. Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 853 2075 5055 Passcode: CLEAR

In today's interconnected world, effective communication plays a crucial role in driving social and economic development. This panel will explore how communications can go beyond borders and create a positive impact on development initiatives. The discussion will focus on the power of communication to foster change, promote inclusivity, and drive innovation in diverse communities and […]

This event will provide CSO leaders, communications experts, scholars, philanthropic support actors, donors, and other stakeholders with practical insights and strategies for using communications to drive social change in Africa. Through an insightful presentation, and interactive Q&A, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the power of communications in driving social change in Africa and […]

This event is organized by AfricaCommsWeek in partnership with OECD Development Communications Network Strategic communicators play an important role in closing Africa's financing gap as they can influence investor's perception of the continent. What are these roles? How do global investors perceive the opportunities and risks of investing in Africa? What kinds of messages can inform, […]