Africa creative economy could reach an estimated value of 200 billion dollars by 2030, according to analysis published by the Brookings Institution, positioning the continent as an increasingly significant contributor to global cultural production. Recent developments in music, film, fashion and gaming indicate sustained growth, underpinned by demographic expansion, digital adoption and a widening ecosystem of creative enterprises.
Africa creative industries and gaming sector attract rising investment interest
The Southern African Times, 19 February 2026 , International
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