In a key moment for regional cultural collaboration, the IFACCA Africa Chapter adopted the Seychelles Declaration for the advancement of arts and culture in Pan Africa – for Africa and by Africa on 26 November 2024. As agreed at the 13th Africa Chapter Meeting in Victoria, Mahé Island, Seychelles, the Africa Chapter including IFACCA National Members from Eswatini, Malawi, Namibia, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe united to commit to principles and actions to advance arts and culture in Pan Africa.

The purpose of the Declaration is to advance arts and culture in the African continent and promote culture in sustainable development, ensuring that no one Is left behind. It comprises four key commitments, to: position culture as a key player in whole of government agendas; strengthen cross-border mobility, communication and cultural cooperation; ensure sustainable funding and resource mobilisation; and enhance capacity building and professionalisation of the cultural and creative sectors. The Declaration commits to an implementation plan and monitoring including reporting on progress towards these commitments through IFACCA regional chapter meetings.  

Read the full Declaration here.