Collette & Esther Are Heading to Zambia for Africa Creative Market 2026

For Esther Ordia and her colleague Collette, the upcoming Africa Creative Market 2026 in Lusaka, Zambia, is more than just a gathering of creatives and innovators. It's a chance to see the Africa's creative economy take center stage, with opportunities for creative businesses to grow and thrive. As co-founders of this initiative, they've spent the past five years building a space that brings together industry leaders, change makers, and creatives from across Africa and beyond to exchange ideas, build capacity, and create opportunities for growth. For them, it's not just about celebrating five years of ACM, but about harnessing the collective energy of the African creative community to drive economic development and social change.

The Africa Creative Market is built around the idea of growing Africa's creative economy, and this year's six-day flagship experience in Lusaka promises to be the biggest yet. With a global activation that spans five cities, ACM 2026 is poised to become a hub for creative entrepreneurship and innovation. The programme features an impressive lineup of speakers, including Kelechi Amadi Obi and Joel Kachi Benson, who will share their insights and experiences with the audience. But what's equally exciting is the screening of 77: The FESTAC '67 Conspiracy, a film that promises to be a highlight of the event.

For Esther and Collette, the Africa Creative Market is more than just a conference or a trade fair. It's a space where creatives, innovators, and industry leaders come together to build capacity, exchange ideas, and create opportunities for growth. By bringing together the best and brightest from across Africa and beyond, ACM 2026 is poised to become a launchpad for creative entrepreneurship and innovation on the continent. But what does this mean for the creatives and innovators who will be attending the event? For them, it means access to resources, networks, and opportunities that can help them take their businesses to the next level.

As Africa's creative economy continues to grow and evolve, there are both challenges and opportunities on the horizon. One of the biggest challenges facing creatives and innovators on the continent is access to resources and funding. But with initiatives like the Africa Creative Market, there is hope that the tide is beginning to turn. By providing a platform for creatives and innovators to connect with industry leaders, access resources, and build capacity, ACM 2026 is poised to become a turning point for the African creative economy. As Esther and Collette pack their bags for Lusaka, they're not just heading to Zambia - they're heading into a future that's full of possibilities and promise.

Lusaka, Zambia, is about to become the hub for Africa's creative economy, and with Collette and Esther at the helm, we can expect big things to come out of ACM 2026. Stay tuned for updates from the event, and get ready to be inspired by the creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship that will be on display.