Afreximbank Hosts CANEX WKND 2026 in Lagos
The Creative Africa Nexus Weekend (CANEX WKND) 2026 is set to occur in Lagos from November 5 to 8, organized by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank). This event aims to unite African and diaspora creatives, investors, and businesses to explore investment opportunities and strengthen partnerships.
It seeks to enhance Nigeria's position in Africa's creative economy by linking cultural influence with commercial prospects. The Lagos edition draws inspiration from the FESTAC '77 cultural festival, which celebrated African arts and culture.
CANEX WKND 2026 will build on the success of the 2024 edition held in Algiers, which attracted nearly 4,000 participants from 81 countries and facilitated deals worth over US$540 million. Afreximbank has pledged US$2 billion to support Africa's creative industries from 2024 to 2027.
Additionally, this gathering will serve as a precursor to the fifth Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2027), scheduled for November 2027 in Nigeria. Registration for the event is available online.
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