Mar 8Increasing the Participation and Visibility of Women Artists and Creative Professionals in the East…Increasing the Participation and Visibility of Women Artists and Creative Professionals in the East Africa Region It’s Women’s Day! The theme set for this year by the International Women’s Day organisation is #EmbraceEquity. It emphasizes the need for discussions on understanding the difference between equity and equality, and why it’s…International Womens Day8 min readInternational Womens Day8 min read
Jan 16Grantee Update: Culture and Development East Africa (CDEA), Fashion Incubator and Accelerator Initiative ProjectTanzanian grantee — Culture and Development East Africa were granted with funds to assist in the development of industry and technical skills for fashion designers and filmmakers. …Cdea2 min readCdea2 min read
Jan 16Ignite Culture and the Desired Impact on Creative Enterprises in AfricaA few months ago, the team at Wabunifu led an interview with HEVA’s Ms. Wakiuru Njuguna and Dr. Akati Khasiani. We talked about Ignite Culture: the ACP-EU Culture Programme (Eastern Africa) and the desired impact it will have on the creative sector. We also discussed other insights, that HEVA has gathered over the years, which could impact how creatives position themselves in the African market. Watch the video here!Creaative Sector1 min readCreaative Sector1 min read
Dec 13, 2022Grantee Update: Bold In Africa, Bold Woman Fellowship ProjectBold In Africa’s objective is to create opportunities for African apparel and accessory designers to retail their collections in affordable spaces with excellent regional exposure. They are well on their way! To date, they have stocked a selection of products from 13 African countries. This creative women-led team launched the…Bold In Africa3 min readBold In Africa3 min read
Dec 13, 2022Grantee Update: Bomas of Kenya, The SampleBar Kenya ProjectOur grantees have been hard at work these past few months and The SampleBar Kenya team, in particular, has been traversing the country in pursuit of various sounds from different regions. The SampleBar Kenya project is an interactive ethnomusicological exhibit that aims to preserve and showcase Kenya’s cultural heritage through…Ignite Culture2 min readIgnite Culture2 min read
Oct 11, 2022Ignite Culture Grantee: 32° East | Ugandan Arts Trust32° East | Ugandan Arts Trust is an independent non-profit organization focused on the creation and exploration of contemporary art in Uganda. This creative organization works with contemporary art practitioners, typically between the ages of 18–45, working across disciplines & at all stages of their careers - giving them the…Uganda3 min readUganda3 min read
Sep 26, 2022Ignite Culture Grantee: Simma Africa FoundationSimma Africa is a non-profit based in Uganda using creative & digital arts to empower sexual minority groups, refugees and womxn, improving their livelihoods, skills, creating cultural and creative goods, and building community brands.Ignite Culture2 min readIgnite Culture2 min read
Sep 26, 2022Ignite Culture Grantee: Saba StudiosSaba Studios is a design lab and manufacturer of indoor and outdoor furniture, inspired by the rich history of Swahili furniture and culture. Their mission is to produce affordable quality furniture that highlights the rich design language of Lamu whilst incorporating emerging and current technologies.Ignite Culture2 min readIgnite Culture2 min read
Aug 29, 2022Ignite Culture Grantee: Culture and Development East Africa (CDEA)The Culture and Development East Africa organization is a creative think tank based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. They provide cultural and Pan-African thought leadership for creative, social and scientist innovators. …Ignite Culture2 min readIgnite Culture2 min read
Aug 29, 2022Ignite Culture Grantee: Muthoni Music EntertainmentMuthoni Music Entertainment (MME) is a creative organization that supports the artistic, business and entrepreneurial development of musician Muthoni Drummer Queen (Founder) as well as those of affiliated artists via the perFORM music incubator. …Ignite Culture2 min readIgnite Culture2 min read
