Third edition of Africa Media Festival to be held in Nairobi in February

The Africa Media Festival (AMF) returns for its third edition on February 26-27, 2025, at the National Museums of Kenya in Nairobi.

The gathering connects media professionals, storytellers, and innovators from across the continent, and has become a platform for collaboration and meaningful conversations about the future of African media.

It has had over 1,300 attendees, 120 speakers, and 50 sessions in its first two years.

This year’s theme, “Bridging Gaps, Connecting Media Futures,” aims to address structural, technological, and cultural challenges in African media while building pathways for collaboration and representation.

“This year, we’re jazzed to see how the media and creative world have been doing their version of a glow-up, keeping pace with shifting audience vibes and the tech rollercoaster we’re all riding. We can’t wait to hear your stories, your wins, and even your 'What-was-I-thinking?' moments,” said Maurice Otieno, Executive Director at Baraza Lab.

The two-day event will provide attendees with various experiences tailored to learning, networking, and exchange.

They include Ignite Talks, workshops, Unconference Sessions and demos to showcase innovative storytelling techniques and media technologies.

“Attendees can look forward to dynamic sessions on how to stand out in today’s saturated content creation landscape, thought-provoking discussions led by social impact media practitioners on the power of representation, and practical workshops tailored for young media professionals across Africa,” said Martie Mtange, Deputy Curator Africa Media Festival.