CreatiKenya Summit, Awards & Expo

10/05/2026

Congratulations to Philit TV on receiving a Special Honorary Recognition Award at the CreatiAfrica Biz Awards 2026.

Philit TV is being recognized for transforming African film distribution through a more digital, creator-driven, and globally connected ecosystem that is making African storytelling more accessible across the continent and beyond.
Your work continues to empower independent creators, expand visibility for African content, and shape the future of digital distribution in Africa.

Presented at the CreatiAfrica Biz Awards 2026
By IEDF Africa Creative Economy Sector × Kenya Film Commission

09/05/2026

Congratulations to EbonyLife Studios on winning the Creative Business of the Year, Africa at the CreatiAfrica Biz Awards 2026 held during the CreatiKenya Summit, Expo & Awards at KICC, Nairobi, Kenya.

Your outstanding contribution to storytelling, innovation, enterprise growth, and the advancement of Africa’s creative economy continues to inspire the continent and the world.
The CreatiAfrica Biz Awards celebrates visionary creatives, businesses, institutions, and ecosystem builders shaping the future of Africa’s creative industries through excellence, collaboration, and impact.

Presented by: IEDF Africa Creative Economy Sector × Kenya Film Commission

03/05/2026

Congratulations to Mark Maina and posthumously to Nick Wambugu Gichuki great filmmakers. Everybody should watch The People Shall Documentary

: Congratulations to Mark Maina & Nick Wambugu for winning Best Documentary with The People Shall. An incredible achievement in storytelling!

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03/05/2026

: Congratulations to John Karanja, recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award!
A well-deserved recognition of enduring contribution, influence, and legacy within the film industry.

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03/05/2026

The CreatiKenya Summit, Expo & CreatiAfrica Biz Awards 2026 was nothing short of outstanding.

Hosted by IEDF Africa Creative Economy Sector ,Investcine Africa, in partnership with the Kenya Film Commission , and held within the Kalasha International Film & TV Market and Awards, the event brought together creatives, industry leaders, buyers, and global stakeholders under one powerful platform.

From insightful conversations and thought leadership to inspiring performances and the celebration of excellence across Africa’s creative industries, the experience truly reflected the growth and potential of our creative economy.

This was more than an event, it was a statement of where we are headed: structured, collaborative, and globally competitive.

Grateful to all our partners, speakers, and participants who made this a success.

02/05/2026

28/04/2026

We were deeply honored to officially welcome distinguished leaders from IEDF Global, alongside our valued partners, to the Creative Kenya Summit, Expo & Awards 2026 a powerful convergence of vision, talent, and innovation within the creative economy.

Hosted as part of the prestigious Kalasha Film and TV Market 2026, this moment marked more than just an arrival it signaled a shared commitment to shaping the future of Africa’s creative industries on a global stage.

From film and television to digital content, innovation, and youth empowerment, the summit continues to serve as a dynamic platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and opportunity creation.

We are excited about the conversations ahead, the partnerships being forged, and the transformative impact this gathering will have across the continent and beyond.

26/04/2026

OFFICIAL NOMINEES ANNOUNCED

Congratulations to all the nominees of the CreatiAfrica Biz Awards 2026

We proudly recognize outstanding excellence, innovation, and leadership across Africa’s Creative Economy. These nominees represent the bold ideas, enterprises, and talent shaping Africa’s global creative future.

This special awards ceremony will take place during the CreatiKenya Summit & Awards 2026, hosted under the Kalasha International Film & TV Market, organized by Informal economy development forum in partnership with the Kenya Film Commission

Bringing together Africa’s creative ecosystem to connect, collaborate and scale globally.

📍 KICC, Nairobi
📅 30 April 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM

🏆 Winners will be announced live during the awards ceremony.

24/04/2026

As part of the Kalasha International Film and TV Market, Festival and Awards 2026, we are honored to host the CreatiKenya Summit, Expo & Awards on 30th April from 4PM – 10PM at KICC, Nairobi.

This event aims to bring together creative economy leaders, policymakers, investors, and industry players from across Africa, positioning Kenya as a key hub for collaboration and growth. It also seeks to create opportunities for thousands of creatives through access to markets, partnerships, and investment.

Register to attend now via the link:
https://zurl.co/maQ5l


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