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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201024T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201024T101000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T225141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T062020Z
UID:12445-1603530000-1603534200@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:Love in Colour by Bolu Babalola (Book Chat)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nChiebuka Obumselu talks to Bolu Babalola about the universal\, personal\, complex and multi-dimensional nature of love. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/book-chat-bolu-babalola
CATEGORIES:Book Chat
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201024T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201024T101000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T224133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T062058Z
UID:12441-1603530000-1603534200@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:Social Media\, the Truth and the Threat of State Policing (Panel Discussion)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSocial media has revolutionised the way we access information and communicate. However\, it is sometimes misused to circulate lies and slander\, often with no consequences. How do we redefine our relationship with the truth in the social media age? Chaired by Ruona Meyer\, Yemi Adamolekun\, Ayo Obe and Hopewell Chin’ono examine the implications of the state policing of social media. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/panel-discussion-social-media%2C-the-truth%2C-and-the-threat-of-state-policing
CATEGORIES:Panel Discussion
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akefestival.org/archive/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/PANEL-25.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201024T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201024T101000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T222712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T062717Z
UID:12439-1603530000-1603534200@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:Riot Baby by Tochi Onyebuchi (Book Chat)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nMohale Mashigo will talk to Tochi Onyebuchi about familial bonds and the legacy of racism in America. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/book-chat-tochi-onyebuchi
CATEGORIES:Book Chat
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akefestival.org/archive/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/24.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T193000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T213000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T212014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T062911Z
UID:12426-1603481400-1603488600@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:Music at Ake Festival (Concert)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nFrom the streets of Soweto to the beats of Brazil\, Ade Bantu takes us on a short tour of the African sound from around the world. In the spirit of African Time\, the festival theme\, the 2020 Ake Festival concert is bringing together artists from Nigeria\, Morocco\, Ivory Coast\, Kenya\, Brazil\, the UK\, the US and South Africa to perform for viewers. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/concert
CATEGORIES:Concert
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T174500
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T185500
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T210432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T063002Z
UID:12424-1603475100-1603479300@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:How Efficiently Can Technology Solve Africa’s Problems? (Panel Discussion)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nHosted by Charles Idem\, this panel will determine the efficacy of technology in solving some of Africa’s developmental problems. Can leapfrogging really happen when much of Africa still grapples with poor access to electricity and internet connectivity? Titi Akinsanmi\, Timi Ajiboye and Temie Giwa-Tubosun will address this important question and share their experiences and achievements in this area. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/panel-discussion-how-efficiently-can-technology-solve-africa%E2%80%99s-problems%3F
CATEGORIES:Panel Discussion
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akefestival.org/archive/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/PANEL-21.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T174500
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T185500
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T205447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201023T152141Z
UID:12422-1603475100-1603479300@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:That Reminds Me by Derek Owusu (Book Chat)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nEmmanuel Akinwotu talks to Derek Owusu about identity\, addiction\, family and religion. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/book-chat-derek-owusu
CATEGORIES:Book Chat
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T163000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T174000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T204350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T063221Z
UID:12420-1603470600-1603474800@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:Writing Queer\, Writing Black (Panel Discussion)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nThis panel takes a look at the challenges but also the gifts that come with writing when you are a black creative in the LGBTQI+ community in Africa and the African Diaspora. Chaired by Chiké Frankie Edozien\, Nakhane\, Unoma Azuah and Nicole Dennis-Benn will explore creative freedom\, censorship and the unique challenges that arise from being both black and queer in engaging black readers. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/panel-discussion-writing-queer%2C-writing-black
CATEGORIES:Panel Discussion
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akefestival.org/archive/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/20.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T163000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T174000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T203456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T063441Z
UID:12418-1603470600-1603474800@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:Why Africa Needs Feminist Giants (Panel Discussion)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nAlthough African feminists are often written out of history\, social media makes that impossible in the modern day. With increased access to information and allies\, the feminist movement has gained new ground on the African continent. On this panel\, Aisha Salaudeen will talk to Stella Nyanzi\, Mona Eltahawy and Minna Salami about feminist activism and why strong feminist figures are essential to African societies. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/panel-discussion-why-africa-needs-feminist-giants
CATEGORIES:Panel Discussion
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T151500
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T162500
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T202345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201023T151413Z
UID:12414-1603466100-1603470300@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:Securing the Intellectual Property of Creative Africans (Panel Discussion)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nPeople help themselves to illegal copies of books\, films and music with a sense of indignation. The unwillingness to control the theft of IP devastates the potential for building a sustainable creative industry. In a panel discussion chaired by Ayodele Morocco-Clarke\, Ade Bantu\, Yejide Kilanko and Bitrus Dauda will provide an insight into the problems and effort to protect IP rights in Africa. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/panel-discussion-securing-the-intellectual-property-of-creative-africans-%3F
CATEGORIES:Panel Discussion
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T151500
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T162500
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T200735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201023T151322Z
UID:12411-1603466100-1603470300@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:Lote by Shola von Reinhold (Book Chat)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nEdwin Okolo talks to Shola von Reinhold about beauty\, black aesthetics and erasure. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/book-chat-shola-von-reinhold
CATEGORIES:Book Chat
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T151000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T195404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201023T151603Z
UID:12408-1603461600-1603465800@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:Folktales Sans Moonlight: Writing for Today’s African Children (Panel Discussion)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nAfrican Folktales were a powerful tool for instilling values into children. On this panel\, Olubunmi Aboderin-Talabi will explore how writers can continue to feed the imagination of African children in an environment that is evolving technologically. Deborah Ahenkorah\, Sarah Odedina and Victoria Inegbedion will look at ways to rebuild the children’s book industry. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/panel-discussion-folktales-sans-moonlight%3A-writing-for-today%E2%80%99s-african-children
CATEGORIES:Panel Discussion
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T151000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T194554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T063726Z
UID:12405-1603461600-1603465800@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:Washington Black by Esi Edugyan (Book Chat)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nAdrian Harewood talks to Esi Edugyan about history\, slavery and what it means to be truly free. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/book-chat-esi-edugyan
CATEGORIES:Book Chat
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akefestival.org/archive/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/15.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T124500
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T135500
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T193044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T063813Z
UID:12402-1603457100-1603461300@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:The Private Joys of Nnenna Maloney by Okechukwu Nzelu (Book Chat)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nAmyn Bawa-Allah talks to Okechukwu Nzelu about single motherhood\, navigating racial politics as a biracial person and connecting with your roots. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/book-chat-okechukwu-nzelu
CATEGORIES:Book Chat
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T124500
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T135500
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T191054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T063854Z
UID:12400-1603457100-1603461300@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:Dealing with a Post-COVID-19 Mental Health Crisis (Panel Discussion)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nChaired by Maryam Mohammed Aliko\, mental health advocates Leyla Hussein\, William Ebiti and Hauwa Ojeifo will discuss Africa’s preparation for the inevitable continent-wide crises. How will the African continent rise to the challenge when it still stigmatises mental health challenges? This panel will review the long-term effects of social isolation and explore how to strengthen the existing health infrastructure. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/panel-discussion-dealing-with-a-post-covid-19-mental-health-crisis
CATEGORIES:Panel Discussion
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T113000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T124000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T185750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201021T084347Z
UID:12398-1603452600-1603456800@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:The Revolutionary Power of Sexual Pleasure (Panel Discussion)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nWhere it cannot be suppressed and controlled\, sexual desire in African women is weaponised. It is policed by religion and regulated by archaic cultural traditions. The idea of African women embracing their sensuality is a bone in Patriarchy’s throat. Chaired by Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah\, Tlaleng Mofokeng\, Valentine Njoroge and Pamela Udoka will explore the irrationality of the anxiety around female sexual pleasure. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/panel-discussion-the-revolutionary-power-of-sexual-pleasure-
CATEGORIES:Panel Discussion
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T113000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T124000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T181109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T064034Z
UID:12391-1603452600-1603456800@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:Silver Sparrow by Tayari Jones (Book Chat)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nZukiswa Wanner talks to Tayari Jones about the world of Dana Lynn Yarboro\, polygamy and romance. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/book-chat-tayari-jones
CATEGORIES:Book Chat
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akefestival.org/archive/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/11-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T101500
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T112500
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T175049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201021T075624Z
UID:12382-1603448100-1603452300@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:We\, the Scarred by Mukoma wa Ngugi (Book Chat)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSyn Osuchukwu talks to Mukoma wa Ngugi about the oppression of Africans\, dictatorships in Africa and exile. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/book-chat-mukoma-ngugi
CATEGORIES:Book Chat
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akefestival.org/archive/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/10.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T101500
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T112500
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T170855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T064157Z
UID:12374-1603448100-1603452300@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:Harnessing Anger for Change (Panel Discussion)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nThe ‘angry black woman’ trope has often been deployed to silence black women who are vocal in driving social movements and demanding real social change. This panel will discuss the importance of harnessing this anger and frustration as a means to an end. Arit Okpo speaks to Kelechi Okafor and Afua Hirsch\, to explore the significance of black women’s voices. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/panel-discussion-harnessing-anger-for-change
CATEGORIES:Panel Discussion
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akefestival.org/archive/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/09.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T101000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T172908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T064256Z
UID:12376-1603443600-1603447800@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:Experience v Energy: Filling the Vacuum of Leadership in Africa (Panel Discussion)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nAcross Africa\, young people have become increasingly vocal about the failures of leadership. Yet\, youth contribution to public policy remains at a minimum. Kadaria Ahmed will chair a conversation with Wumpini F Mohammed\, Rinsola Abiola and Boniface Mwangi who will examine the causes of political apathy among the youth and identify ways to encourage them to embrace positive political engagement. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/panel-discussion-experience-v-energy%3A-the-vacuum-of-leadership-in-africa
CATEGORIES:Panel Discussion
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201023T101000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T160735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T112436Z
UID:12362-1603443600-1603447800@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:Exploring the Life and Legacy of Winnie Mandela (Panel Discussion)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nFour South African women reflect on the complex and eventful life of Winnie Mandela\, one of Africa’s most significant figures. Chaired by Lebo Mashile\, Gail Smith\, Busisiwe C Seabe and Sisonke Msimang will take a close look at the enduring legacy of a woman who\, even in death\, is loved\, embraced and revered by her people\, for reasons those outside South Africa may not fully understand. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/panel-discussion-exploring-the-life-and-legacy-of-winnie-mandela
CATEGORIES:Panel Discussion
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://akefestival.org/archive/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/07.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201022T174500
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201022T185500
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T214316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201011T124122Z
UID:12433-1603388700-1603392900@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:African Time Art (Exhibition Opening)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The Ake Festival Art Exhibition showcases art that reflects the Festival theme of African time. Curated by Byenyan Jessica Bitrus and featuring works from Alexis Tsegba (Nigeria)\, Jacque Njeri (Kenya)\, Zwelethu Macphepha (South Africa)\, Fidelis Joseph (Nigeria)\, Peterson Kamwathi (Kenya) and Denyse Gawu-Mensah (Ghana).[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/art-exhibition-openings
CATEGORIES:Arts Exhibition Opening
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201022T163000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201022T174000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20201022T044540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201022T044926Z
UID:17092-1603384200-1603388400@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:Ake Arts & Book Festival  - LIVE
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Our world has changed forever. And when the world turns\, we turn with it. The magnitude of recent world events cannot be ignored so we have changed the theme for the 8th edition of Ake Arts & Book Festival. \nIn 1918\, African nations were in the clutches of imperial forces that denigrated our stories\, culture\, history\, language and belief systems. A century later\, a new pandemic finds Africa struggling with the colonial hangover of poor leadership and a predatory global order. \n  \nAfrica must reject the old normal and seize the opportunity of the moment to recalibrate and break the cycle of betrayal by those elected to lead. This may be our last chance to shape Africa and define the continent of our dreams. \nIt may have come later than expected but\, for the children of Africa everywhere\, this is African Time.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/ake-arts-book-festival
CATEGORIES:Welcome Ceremony
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201022T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201022T135200
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20201022T033549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201022T034743Z
UID:17084-1603371600-1603374720@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:Navigating African Identity with Arts\, Culture & Technology
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Navigating African Identity Through Arts\, Culture & Technology 2020 has seen an unparalleled consumption of online media\, and leading on this new wave of interaction with media is YouTube\, the one-billion user strong platform\, that celebrates self-expression and creativity. African content creators continue to ride and enjoy this wave of interest in the extremely rich and vibrant world of African arts and culture\, sharing their videos across diverse niches – from everyday living\, technology\, beauty\, to comedy\, and everything in between. Join this exciting panel of Googlers\, to hear about how Africans working at the epicenter of technology and the African continent think about storytelling\, copyrights\, and the influence of technology on African art and culture. Panelists Addy Awofisayo\, YouTube Content Partnerships Manager\, Sub-Saharan Africa; and Elijah Lawal\, Google Ads Communications and Public Affairs Manager & Author of “”The Clapback: Your Guide To Calling Out Racist Stereotype\,”” and moderator Alheri Egor-Egbe\, Account Strategist\, Google Customer Solutions\, Sub-Saharan Africa\, discuss a broad range of topics from their multi hyphenated African identities\, and how their formative years spent on the continent continue to influence both personal and professional facets of life and work.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/navigating-african-identity-with-arts-culture-technology
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201022T110000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201022T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20201022T033213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201022T033245Z
UID:17082-1603364400-1603368000@akefestival.org
SUMMARY:Google Arts & Culture - Bringing Arts and Culture Online for Everyone
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Google Arts & Culture | Bringing the world’s Art and Culture Online For Everyone[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/google-arts-culture-bringing-arts-and-culture-online-for-everyone
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201022T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201022T163000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20201003T070510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201011T055121Z
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SUMMARY:Poetry Translation Centre (Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nThe Poetry Translation Centre is very proud to partner with the Aké Arts and Books Festival to present a special series of translation workshops on the Nigerian languages of Yoruba\, Igbo and Hausa. \nJoin like-minded poetry lovers from across the world to discover new poetry and different cultures\, share insights and language skills\, working together to open up a poem in its original language and reassemble it in English. The result will be new group translations of contemporary Nigerian poems by Oladapo Olatubosun\, Auwalu Anwar and Amarachi Attamah. \nTo help in this task you will be guided by a translator who is an expert in the language that is the focus for that session\, and a professional poet. They will offer insight into the nuances of the language and culture\, and give helpful suggestions for the direction of the translation that is produced. \nTaking place online via Google Meet\, the workshops are the perfect way to keep yourself feeling creative\, engaged and connected to the world at large. A rough and ready guide translation is provided by the guest translator so there is no need to know the language being translated – simply sign up and bring your love of poetry and language. \nThree 90 minutes sessions focussing on a poem in each language will take place on Thursday 22 October 2020:\nYoruba language workshop on the poetry of Oladapo Olatubosun: 10:00-11:30\nHausa language workshop on the poetry of Auwalu Anwar: 12:30-14:00\nIgbo language workshop on the poetry of Amarachi Attamah: 15:00-16:30 \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/event/poetry-translation-centre-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201022T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201022T163000
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SUMMARY:Writing for Young Readers (Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nFacilitated by Deborah Ahenkorah and Sarah Odedina this workshop is tailored to writers creating books for young readers. The focus will be on the key elements of great storytelling: character building\, creating a strong setting\, devising a plausible plot and ensuring that dialogue is authentic and will involve both delivery of key information and author participation. Attendees will receive in-depth knowledge about the craft of writing\, and a greater understanding of writing for young readers aged between 8 and 18 years old. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/workshop-writing-for-young-readers
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201022T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20201022T091000
DTSTAMP:20260426T093831
CREATED:20200920T145842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201022T032829Z
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SUMMARY:Welcome Remarks from Google to Ake Festival
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Well-wishes from Doron Avni\, Government Affairs and Public Policy\, Emerging Markets.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://akefestival.org/archive/workshop-digital-know
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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