Akona Pod is leading a new chapter in Africa’s creative story. This goes beyond just art. It focuses on how culture is created, supported, and valued.
Through Renaissance Afrique, a creative forum and art exhibition, Akona Pod is creating a space where ideas, art, and systems come together.
More than just an event, Renaissance Afrique reflects a growing movement within the continent’s cultural landscape – where it seeks to move from fleeting inspiration to lasting infrastructure. It is a conversation about what it truly takes to sustain creativity, not only through talent, but through policy, investment and collaboration across industries.
At the centre of this experience is a thought-provoking forum scheduled for 10:00am, bringing together a diverse group of voices shaping the creative economy. Speakers such as Kwesi Essel Blankson, Paul Akrofie, Laura Rosa and Liz Johnson will explore how cultural movements can evolve into sustainable ecosystems.
Their discussions are expected to delve into governance frameworks, funding models and the power of cross-sector partnerships—critical ingredients in building a creative economy that not only thrives today but endures for generations.
As the conversations unfold, the exhibition offers a visual and emotional counterpart. Opening later in the day from 4pm to 7pm, the showcase brings together a vibrant mix of contemporary works that reflect the pulse of modern African creativity.
Featured artists including Derrick Boateng, Ezra Appiah, Afronita Stoic, Rico Poku and Jeffrey Kwabena Yeboah present works that capture the dynamism, identity and evolving narratives shaping Ghana’s art scene today.
Together, the forum and exhibition create an immersive experience—one that invites participants not only to observe, but to engage, question and imagine the future of African creativity. It is a meeting point for artists, policymakers, investors and culture enthusiasts alike, all drawn by a shared curiosity about what comes next when a movement matures into a system.
Participation in both the forum and exhibition is free, though attendance at the morning session is limited, encouraging early registration. The exhibition will continue on selected dates until May 14, extending the opportunity for audiences to experience this cultural dialogue.
In a time when Africa’s creative industries are gaining global attention, Renaissance Afrique stands as a reminder that the true power of art lies not only in its beauty, but in its ability to shape systems, influence policy and build lasting cultural legacies.
Born from the vision of the Akuna Group, Akuna Pod is a dynamic creative space dedicated to empowering creators, innovators, and change-makers across Africa, the Middle East, and the world. The Pod exist to amplify authentic perspectives, bridging continents through conversations that inspire action, fuel imagination, and build community.
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