Afro Kulture Fusion Festival 2025

Theme: "Africa in Culture: Rhythms, Harmony, Roots & Renaissance"

Event Overview

A vibrant one-day celebration promoting African cultural fusion, heritage preservation, and socio-economic integration through tourism, arts, and diaspora engagement. It brings together creatives, policymakers, cultural leaders, youth, entrepreneurs, and investors.

Programme Outline

Morning Session: Conference
Venue: Sandton Convention Centre
08:30 – 09:30 | Arrival & Registration
  • African drummers and dancers welcome guests in a colorful reception.
09:30 – 10:30 | Opening Ceremony
  • Welcome Remark: Chief Mrs Abisoye Odeyemi (Convener)
  • Goodwill Messages:
    • City of Johannesburg Tourism Official
    • Minister of Tourism, South Africa – Hon. Patricia de Souza
    • AU Commissioner on Tourism
    • UN Tourism Africa Representative
    • The High Commissioner of Nigeria to South Africa
    • President, Africa-International Tourism and Economic Council
    • Representative of the African Diaspora Council
10:30 – 12:30 | Conference Plenary
  • Keynote Address: “AfroKulture as a New Cultural Economy: Unlocking the Power of Heritage & Innovation”
    Delivered by: Prof. Rasaki Ojo Bakare (Nigeria)
  • Panel Discussion: Theme: "Afro-Fusion & the Global African Identity – The Role of Music, Fashion, and Film"
12:30 – 14:00 | Lunch Break & Networking
  • African Cuisine Experience / Cultural Food Showcase / Live performance by South African Squad
Afternoon Session
14:00 – 14:30 | Fireside Chat
  • With Chief Mrs Abisoye Odeyemi and a Moderator
  • Theme: "Africa in Culture: Rhythms, Harmony, Roots & Renaissance"
Evening Session: Gala & Awards Night
19:00 – 22:30 | Gala Dinner & Afro-Fusion Excellence Awards
  • Red Carpet & Media Interviews
  • African Afrobeats & Amapiano
  • Fashion Fusion Show: “Africa Meets the World”
  • Awards Presentations:
    • AfroCulture Icon of the Year
    • Royal Culture Lifetime Award
    • Diaspora Cultural Ambassador Award
    • Heritage Preservation Leader Award
    • Wildlife Culture Protection Award
    • Tourism and Culture Innovation Personality of the Year
    • Best African Cultural City Award
    • Best AfroFashion Personality
    • Best Culture Fashion Event
    • Best African Cultural Village Award
  • Host: South African Media Personality & Nigerian Co-host (Male and Female)
  • Closing Remarks & Vote of Thanks by a Local Partner
Day 2 and 3: Experiential Culture
08:00 – 02:00 | City Cultural Tour & Site Visit
  • Tour Option A: Soweto Culture & Heritage Trail
  • Tour Option B: Constitution Hill & Johannesburg Art Gallery
  • Tour Option C: Mandela House & Vilakazi Street Art Trail