The African entertainment industry is on the brink of a monumental growth phase, as indicated by PwC’s Entertainment and Media Outlook, which predicts a remarkable 200% increase in revenue by 2026. This surge is anticipated to be fueled by various factors, including the ascendancy of digital platforms, heightened investments in local content, and the expanding middle class equipped with disposable income earmarked for entertainment.
Leading the charge in this transformative revolution is Entertainment Week Lagos (EWL), an industry-redefining platform meticulously organized by the Livespot Foundation and executed by Livespot360. EWL aims to bring together the crème de la crème of the global entertainment industry for an 8-day extravaganza of collaboration, networking, innovation, and knowledge exchange.
Set to unfold from December 13 to 20, 2023, at the Livespot Entertarium in Lagos, EWL is poised to draw over 50 speakers, 200 entertainers, 50 small businesses, and a whopping 15,000 industry enthusiasts. The inaugural event in 2022 achieved an extraordinary reach of 31.2 million people globally, earning a nomination at the prestigious Drum Awards. Notable figures from the industry graced the occasion, including Alex Okosi, Managing Director, Africa, Google; Denola Grey, the influential fashion icon; and entrepreneur-dancer Kaffy.
Deola Art Alade, Co-Founder and CEO of Livespot360, emphasizes, “EWL is not just an event; it’s a movement toward a brighter future for African entertainment. We believe in the promising future of the industry, and EWL serves as a hub for collaboration, networking, and knowledge exchange.”
Situated strategically in Lagos, Nigeria, the epicenter of this burgeoning industry, EWL is well-positioned to play a pivotal role in the region’s entertainment and media growth.
Livespot360 aims to exceed all expectations with EWL by facilitating funding for entertainment tech startups, nurturing and upskilling talent, building capacity within the industry, enabling global and local exchange, and advocating for policies that empower the entertainment and creative community.
“The vision for EWL is not only to witness the growth of the African entertainment industry but also to be the catalyst for it,” explains Deola Art Alade. “We are committed to supporting emerging talent, fostering innovation, and advocating for policies that will ensure the industry’s sustainable growth.”
EWL transcends being merely an event; it stands as a platform poised to propel the African entertainment industry to a staggering 200% growth by 2026.
About Entertainment Week Lagos (EWL): Entertainment Week Lagos (EWL) stands as an initiative of Livespot Foundation, produced by Livespot360. This 8-day gathering, ecosystem, and platform unite the entertainment world in Lagos, Nigeria, serving as a nexus for collaboration, networking, innovation, and knowledge exchange in the global entertainment industry. With a dedicated focus on emerging technologies, business acumen, skills development, and social change, Entertainment Week Lagos (EWL) emerges as a transformative event that unites professionals and entertainment enthusiasts alike.
About Livespot360: Livespot360 stands as a 360º creative solutions company offering services across Digital Marketing & Tech Innovation, Advertising & Media, Production, Experiential Marketing & Entertainment. Renowned for industry-defining projects and talk-of-the-town concepts, Livespot360 inspires and drives excellence.
For more information, visit EWLagos.com
Support InfoStride News' Credible Journalism: Only credible journalism can guarantee a fair, accountable and transparent society, including democracy and government. It involves a lot of efforts and money. We need your support. Click here to Donate