FAME Week Africa has secured top honours at the prestigious Association of African Exhibition Organisers 2025 Awards, winning the coveted Best Overall Exhibition title—one of the highest recognitions in Africa’s exhibition industry. The platform also claimed Best Exhibition Under 6 000m², reinforcing its reputation as a standout event delivering both impact and innovation.
Organised by RX Africa, FAME Week Africa continues to demonstrate its commitment to building industry-leading platforms that drive meaningful business outcomes, foster innovation, and support the growth of Africa’s creative economy.
In just a few years, FAME Week Africa has transformed into the continent’s premier creative economy marketplace—where content, culture, and commerce intersect at scale. The AAXO recognition highlights not only the event’s flawless execution but also its strong industry impact, audience engagement, and commercial success.
Bringing together the full spectrum of the creative industries—including film, television, music, fashion, and the creator economy—FAME Week Africa has become a vital hub connecting African talent with global opportunities. The event consistently delivers high-value deal-making, co-production partnerships, sold-out sessions, and headline speakers, alongside vibrant city-wide cultural activations.
Setting a New Standard
The dual award win underscores FAME Week Africa’s leadership in redefining exhibitions across the continent. With thousands of meetings facilitated and high engagement levels across its networking platforms, the event continues to set new benchmarks for success and relevance.
“Winning Best Overall Exhibition is a proud moment for the entire team. FAME Week Africa was built to be bold, disruptive, and unapologetically African—and this recognition validates the impact we’re making across the continent and globally.”
According to Martin Hiller, the recognition reflects the platform’s bold vision:
He added that the success belongs to the broader creative community, including partners, exhibitors, and speakers who continue to collaborate and push boundaries.
Looking Ahead
With continued expansion across its core showcases—MIP Africa, Muziki Africa, African Fashion Forum, and FAME Shorts Film Festival—FAME Week Africa is poised to further strengthen its influence on the global stage.
The 2026 edition of FAME Week Africa is scheduled to take place in Cape Town from 28 October to 1 November 2026, promising another dynamic gathering of Africa’s leading creative voices.
