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OUR IMPACT Every edition of ACFTA FEST leaves behind something tangible — empowering youth, building ecosystems, and creating a future-ready Africa Register Become A Partner
Why Impact Matters to Us

ACFTA FEST was never designed to be just an event.

It’s a mission-driven platform that leverages performance, business, and entertainment to unlock systemic change across sectors.

Every sponsorship, ticket, or booth booked contributes to:
✅ Empowering youth
✅ Strengthening local economies
✅ Creating lasting social infrastructure
✅ Positioning Africa for global trade leadership

How We Distribute Festival Proceeds
Allocation Description
30% Support for Youth-Led Startups: incubation, grants, exposure
25% African Football Development: youth clinics, infrastructure
20% Creative Industry Growth: designer support, studio access, music promo
15% Administrative Reserve: ensuring long-term sustainability
10% Local Social Projects: scholarships, health outreach, education

🧾 A transparent donor dashboard and M&E reports are published post-event.

Strategic Focus Areas
1. Youth & Women Empowerment
  • 500+ scholarships per edition
  • Women-in-tech panel sponsorships
  • Startup accelerator scholarships
  • Female-focused fashion and arts showcases
2. Job Creation & SME Growth
  • 1,000+ festival traders supported
  • Microgrants for local food vendors
  • Training & onboarding of logistics workers
  • Brand building for early-stage SMEs
3. Creative Economy Enablement
  • Public art murals & installations
  • Artisan residencies & media spotlight
  • Royalty-free promotional content for artists
  • Access to digital market platforms
4. Grassroots Football Legacy
  • Pitches renovated in host countries
  • Coaching kits and balls donated
  • Referee and player workshops
  • Support for young girls in sport
5. Education, Inclusion & AfCFTA Literacy
  • AfCFTA curriculum pilots in local schools
  • Civic education events (esp. rural youth)
  • Accessibility services for disabled attendees
SDG Alignment

ACFTA FEST directly contributes to:

  • SDG 1 – No Poverty
  • SDG 5 – Gender Equality
  • SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth
  • SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
  • SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals

🧮 Impact is tracked via a digital M&E dashboard co-designed with external auditors and donor partners.

Legacy Projects (Post-Festival Footprint)
Edition Country Legacy
2025 🇳🇬 Nigeria Startup incubation hub, renovated football pitch, cultural mural trail
2026 🌍 TBD [To be announced – subject to host’s local needs]

Coming soon:
📍“Legacy Tracker” — a live map of all ACFTA FEST contributions across Africa.

Get Involved in Our Impact Work
  • Become a CSR Partner
  • Sponsor a youth scholarship or grant
  • Fund a legacy project in your country
  • Donate directly to our Impact Fund
Contact the Partnerships Desk
  • Email: partners@acftafest.africa
  • WhatsApp: +237 656 392 763
  • Schedule a meeting: [ Book a 15-min call ➤ ]
  • Africa HQ: [City, Country] | Regional Offices: [Coming Soon]