Unlocking the job-creation power of Africa's creatives
United Nations, 03 August 2026, International
Africa's creative economy is currently valued at $60 billion, with projections suggesting it could reach $200 billion by 2030 if the right policies are put in place. That figure set the tone for discussions during one of the closing sessions at the recently concluded Africa Digital Innovation Forum (ADIF 2026) in Addis Ababa.
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