What to Expect at FAME Week Africa 2026

Cape Town will host FAME Week Africa 2026 from 28 October to 1 November, bringing together professionals from film, television, music, fashion and entertainment. The main market and conference programme will run from 28 to 30 October at the Cape Town International Convention Centre 2 (CTICC 2), with associated events continuing into the weekend.

The programme combines industry discussions with fashion presentations, music events and film screenings, connecting South African creatives with professionals working across the continent’s entertainment industries.

Film and Television at MIP Africa

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MIP Africa brings together professionals involved in film production, television, content distribution and co-production. Its focus includes the business of developing, financing and selling screen content.

The 2026 programme includes discussions on financing, intellectual property, distribution, storytelling and artificial intelligence. Micro-drama storytelling is also among the subjects being explored.

Producers developing new projects can use the event to explore potential partnerships and distribution opportunities. Those interested in pitching projects should check the official programme for submission requirements and eligibility details.

African Fashion at Tastes + Threads

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Fashion will feature through the African Fashion Forum and Tastes + Threads, scheduled for 28 October. The runway presentation, Threads of Africa: From the Streets to the World, is divided into two chapters.

Urban Pulse focuses on contemporary streetwear, with S.W.A.N.K. Jozi, Emotives x THETHANA and House of Xandria among the participating labels.

Africa Elevated highlights couture, craftsmanship and luxury ready-to-wear, featuring Neimil, GUGUBYGUGU, Viviers and Jacques La Grange Couture.

The presentation brings together designers working across different areas of African fashion, from streetwear to luxury design.

Muziki Africa and the Music Business

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Muziki Africa takes place on 28 October, bringing together professionals from across the music industry. Topics include music rights, licensing, publishing, marketing and technology.

The Muziki Africa Sync Hub connects music rights holders with film and television producers seeking music for screen projects. These meetings can create opportunities for original compositions and existing recordings to be licensed for productions.

The wider programme also includes the Pretty Loud Summit on 29 and 30 October, while Music Exchange is scheduled for 31 October.

FAME Shorts Film Festival

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The FAME Shorts Film Festival is scheduled for 30 October to 1 November. Its screenings form part of the wider programme, alongside professional discussions about film production and distribution.

The festival gives filmmakers a platform to present short films and allows audiences to discover work from African and international creators. Visitors should confirm the screening venue, film selection and ticket information before attending.

AI and the Creative Economy

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Artificial intelligence, intellectual property and content distribution are among the issues relevant to the conference programme. These subjects affect how creative projects are produced, financed, protected and distributed.

For filmmakers, musicians and digital creators, understanding ownership rights and emerging technologies is increasingly important. Attendees can consult the session schedule to identify discussions relevant to their work.

Industry Meetings and International Connections

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FAME Week Africa connects creative businesses with buyers, broadcasters, distributors, commissioning editors and potential partners. Producers can explore distribution and co-production opportunities, while music professionals can investigate licensing and connections with screen producers.

Fashion professionals can also engage with people working in costume design and visual storytelling. The programme allows visitors to focus on meetings and events relevant to their interests.

Dates, Venue and Tickets

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FAME Week Africa 2026 runs from 28 October to 1 November in Cape Town.

Venue: Cape Town International Convention Centre 2.

MIP Africa: 28–30 October.

Muziki Africa: 28 October.

Tastes + Threads: 28 October.

Pretty Loud Summit: 29–30 October.

FAME Shorts Film Festival: 30 October–1 November.

Music Exchange: 31 October.

Ticket prices and access vary by pass, so visitors should confirm current costs and inclusions before registering.

With film, television, fashion and music represented across its programme, FAME Week Africa 2026 brings several parts of the creative industries together in Cape Town.