PRESS RELEASE
“This partnership with Fondazione Donà dalle Rose strengthens our vision of positioning Africa at the center of global cultural conversations while creating sustainable opportunities for artists, cultural institutions, and future generations across both continents…Our collaboration with Venice displays our effort to foster a better and new relationship of togetherness and mutual respect for a better world. Africa time is now! We extend our hands for a better world and a greater future.”
FESTAC AFRICA and Fondazione Donà dalle Rose are pleased to announce a new international cultural partnership aimed at strengthening artistic exchange, sports, cultural diplomacy, heritage preservation, and creative collaboration between Africa and Europe.
The partnership brings together two organizations committed to promoting culture as a catalyst for dialogue, innovation, and sustainable development. Through joint initiatives, exhibitions, performances, educational programs, and international cultural events, the collaboration seeks to create new opportunities for artists, cultural practitioners, and creative entrepreneurs across both continents.
While announcing the partnership, Eng. Yinka Abioye (Chairman of FESTAC AFRICA FESTIVAL) said; “FESTAC AFRICA is more than a festival—it is a renaissance and Pan-African movement of cultural reclamation, honoring ancestral wisdom, economic empowerment, and African pride.”
“Africa’s true power lies not in her minerals, but in her people. Culture is the language that unites us beyond boarders. It is how we remember, how we resist, and how we rise. Culture is our compass and our currency. We no longer need to seek validation from the west. We now look inward – to our ancestors, our elders, and our youth for the blueprint of our renaissance”
“This partnership with Fondazione Donà dalle Rose strengthens our vision of positioning Africa at the center of global cultural conversations while creating sustainable opportunities for artists, cultural institutions, and future generations across both continents.”
“Our collaboration with Venice displays our effort to foster a better and new relationship of togetherness and mutual respect for a better world. Africa time is now! We extend our hands for a better world and a greater future.”
Chiara Donà dalle Rose also echoed the importance of strengthening cultural ties between Africa and Europe. Speaking on the agreement, she said; “The Donà dalle Rose Foundation, and partners see this collaboration and alliance as a significant part of their Heritage for Peace project.”
“ It is an opportunity to integrate our people and appreciate our uniqueness, our diversity, our languages, and our youth; as we prepare for the BIAS (International Biennial of Sacred Art of Beliefs and Religions of Humanity), and our “Island of Art” Exhibitions which will be held in November in several African countries, including Senegal, Equatorial Guinea, Nigeria, Cameroon, Togo, and Ghana, with delegations of African artists, choreographers, stylists, and musicians,” Chiara stated.
“ We look forward to a stronger and a long lasting relationship with FESTAC AFRICA.”
On his part Alfie Nze, Founder and President of River Ni Productions, who has been appointed to coordinate and advance the shared vision of the alliance said; “This partnership represents an important step toward deeper cultural engagement between Africa and Europe.”
“By combining our networks, expertise, and cultural resources, we can create platforms that celebrate diversity, encourage creative exchange, and foster lasting international relationships.”
“This partnership will focus on building meaningful connections between African and European cultural institutions while amplifying the visibility of African arts and heritage on the global stage.”
The collaboration also aligns with ongoing efforts to establish stronger links between African cultural organizations and institutions in Venice, one of the world’s most significant centers of art, history, and cultural heritage.
Further announcements regarding upcoming programs and initiatives under the partnership will be released in the coming months.
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FESTAC AFRICA Festival Secretariat and Fondazione Dona dalle Rose
