Frankfurt will play host to the first-ever ASA WA Day, a vibrant celebration of Yoruba heritage, on Saturday, 12 July 2025. Taking place at Saalbau Griesheim, the event promises an immersive journey into one of West Africa’s most influential and enduring cultures. Organised by the Yoruba Heritage Art and Cultural Group in collaboration with Souls of Africa e.V., ASA WA …
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African Book Festival will once again turn Berlin into a vibrant meeting point for literary voices from the African continent and its diaspora. Under the theme “In Other Worlds,” the festival will take place from 18–20 July, offering three days of readings, panels, performances and powerful discussions on African storytelling in all its genres and dimensions. Organised by InterKontinental, the …
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From 24 July to 3 August 2025, Berlin will once again host the vibrant KENAKO Africa Festival — but this year at a new location: Washingtonplatz, directly in front of Berlin Hauptbahnhof. Despite the move from its traditional home at Alexanderplatz, the festival promises the same rich blend of African music, art, culture and dialogue that has made it a …
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The city of Potsdam, the capital of the federal state of Brandenburg, will host the 14th Africa Festival on Saturday, 5 July. Themed “Tracing Africa’s Footprints: Unity in Diversity”, the festival promises a full-day celebration with free, family-friendly activities showcasing the continent’s vibrant cultures and fostering connections between the African and local communities. The 2025 event offers something for everyone …
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Despite ongoing funding challenges, the Afrika Film Festival Köln will return in 2025 for its 22nd edition, reaffirming its role as a vital platform for African cinema in Europe. Running from 18 to 28 September, the festival will once again transform Cologne into a cinematic hub for powerful African storytelling, global premieres and thought-provoking dialogue. Under the banner “Afrikas Kino lebt …
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One of Europe’s most enduring African cultural events is marking a major milestone. The African Music Festival, held annually in the picturesque town of Emmendingen in southwest Germany usually in the first weekend of August, is celebrating its 25th anniversary — a remarkable achievement that highlights its legacy of music, multiculturalism and community engagement. From its modest beginnings in 2000, …
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The Nigerian Awareness Day – WAZOBIA will once again shine a spotlight on the rich culture, history and diversity of Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation. Organized by ICDI e.V., the event, which takes place on 28 June in Potsdam, targets a wide audience including members of the Nigerian and African diaspora, cultural enthusiasts, and the general public in the Berlin-Brandenburg …
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The annual parade of African music and culture – a vibrant celebration showcasing the continent’s finest artists and talents from the Diaspora – unfolds in May, heralding a season of cultural exchange and shared festivity. Germany’s summer calendar is adorned with festivals that pay homage to Africa’s diverse cultures. From the charming southwestern town of Emmendingen, nestled near Freiburg, to …
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The 2024 edition of Bazaar Berlin drew an impressive 35,000 visitors to the Berlin Exhibition Grounds from 6 to 10 November, offering a vibrant marketplace of unique goods from across the globe. With over 500 exhibitors representing 58 countries, the fair showcased a stunning array of handmade products, ranging from fashion and jewelry to home décor and artisanal foods. This …
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The annual Afrikamera Festival returns to Berlin from 12 to 17 November 2024 with this year’s theme, BELIEVE, focusing on faith, spirituality and empowerment. Hosted across various venues – Kino Arsenal, fsk, Sinema Transtopia, Brotfabrik Kino and City Kino Wedding, the festival highlights diverse and thought-provoking perspectives from the African continent, exploring how belief systems shape personal and societal experiences. …
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Bazaar Berlin, the popular annual trade fair, will take place from 6 to 10 November 2024 at the Messe Berlin Exhibition Grounds. This year, the event will feature more than 500 exhibitors from over 60 countries, offering a unique blend of cultural diversity and craftsmanship. Visitors can explore a wide range of products, including handmade crafts, fashion, jewelry, home décor, …
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The African German Association (AGA) hosted a public presentation and fundraiser launch for the African House Berlin project on Friday (18 October) at the iconic Adlon Hotel. The ambitious project, led by Michael Williams Iyare, chairman of AGA, aims to create a cultural and business hub that will promote African interests in Germany. The event, described by Iyare, a …
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AFRIKAMERA again brings inspiring African films and cultural stories to Berlin. The focus theme of the 2024 edition, holding from 12 – 17 November, is Believe, a journey into questions of faith, spirituality and empowerment in African cinema. Screenings will take place in Kino Arsenal, fsk, Sinema Transtopia, Brotfabrik Kino and City Kino Wedding in Berlin during the week-long film …
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The first Togo Festival in Germany (FESTOA), organized by Togo Goes On e.V., took place in Berlin on Saturday. The festival, which was held simultaneously with the annual Kenako Africa Festival at the Alexanderplatz, featured a diverse range of activities, including symposiums, a fashion show, a traditional masquerade performance, and a music concert. A captivating masquerade dance transformed Alexanderplatz into …
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Berlin’s largest public square, Alexanderplatz, will transform into a vibrant African cultural fair when the 2024 Kenako Africa Festival kicks off on Friday, 23 August. This annual celebration, running until 1 September, features a rich array of activities, including live music, dance, fashion shows, culinary experiences, and craft markets. The 2024 musical lineup boasts artists from across the continent, showcasing …
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Afro-Pop stars to perform at Berlin’s international music festival Pop-Kultur Berlin’s Pop-Kultur Festival, holding from 28-30 August, is set to dazzle attendees with an electrifying lineup of performances, featuring some of Africa’s brightest stars. Among the headliners is Yemi Alade, the Nigerian Afro-pop sensation whose energetic performances have captivated audiences worldwide. Known for her vibrant stage presence, Alade will bring …
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On Saturday 24 August 2024, Alexanderplatz in Berlin will transform into a vibrant cultural melting pot as FESTOA, the Togolese Festival in Germany, kicks off as part of the KENAKO Africa Festival. This special event, organized by the non-profit organization Togo Goes On e.V., offers a unique opportunity to highlight and celebrate the cultural, historical, and political connections between Togo …
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An event celebrating the culture of Africa’s most populous country will hold in the German city of Potsdam on Saturday, 17 August. Organised for the second time by Deutsche und Immigranten e.V., ‘WAZOBIA Nigerian Day 2024’ will feature, among others, a podium discussion, music and dance performances, a fashion show, culinary specialities of Nigeria, an exhibition of products from Nigeria …
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The annual season of African music and culture in Germany is slowly, slowly.. drawing to a close. Here are Festivals you don’t want to miss before the season ends: Afrikanisches und Karibisches Kulturfest Frankfurt 12 – 13 August / Frankfurt, Rebstockpark Live music, discussions in the forum tent, children’s program, performances by numerous artists, as well as the popular bazaar …
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From 19 to 29 September 2024, the Africa Film Festival Cologne (AFFK) will celebrate its 21st edition. This year’s festival promises an exceptional programme with 70 feature films, documentaries and short films that offer a compelling insight into the diverse realities of Africa. From compelling narratives to thought-provoking documentaries, each film reflects the depth and diversity of African and Afro-diasporic …
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THE AFRICAN COURIER. Reporting Africa and its Diaspora! The African Courier is an international magazine published in Germany to report on Africa and the Diaspora African experience. The first issue of the bimonthly magazine appeared on the newsstands on 15 February 1998. The African Courier is a communication forum for European-African political, economic and cultural exchanges, and a voice for Africa in Europe.