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SatCom Africa
Africa’s only satellite communication conference and exhibition
Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg
Festival Hip Hop Kankpé
A forum of expression which was established by the Association Ardiess Production in 2002 to promote the mixing of the Hip Hop community and make a significant contribution to enrichment of the culture.
Cotonou
Tech Demo Africa
This event aims to showcase cutting edge technology from established companies and start-ups.
Radisson Blue Gautrain Hotel, Sandton, Johannesburg
Pivot East
Pivot East is this year’s edition of the region’s premier mobile apps / developer competition held successfully in 2011 under the name Pivot 25.
Nairobi
Seychelles International Carnival of Victoria
Promising to be the focus of international as well as local attention, the Seychelles International Carnival of Victoria will feature a procession of colourful floats representing the various participants’ national carnivals, as well as a raft of other dedicated activities all of which will fall under the carnival’s theme.
Argungu Fishing Festival
The Argungu Fishing Festival is an annual four day festival in north-western Nigerian state of Kebbi.
Argungu
Cairo International Film Festival for Children
23 Mar 12
Under the slogan "The Children's World is changing" the 7th art is guiding us through a world which is changing tremendously, that is painting a present and anticipating a future
Cairo
Spirit Enlightened
Starts on 16 Dec 11
Ends on 15 Jun 12
Culture Unplugged Studios has now begun to organize the next film festival, ‘Spirit Enlightened’, which aspires to trace the spirit that has led the humanity through centuries & civilizations and is in the making of our future. The festival hopes to explore with you, ‘That’ which envelops to infuse & evolve the individual as well as collective being, expands our vision of time as well as place, enlivens our hearts, and enlightens our species to transcend the present state of being for the mystical new – the next state of supramental self.
CRITERIA:
1) Films on : Evolution of Consciousness; New Spirituality; Culture of Religion; Present Evolutionary Impulse; Emergent Scientific Perception; Vision/Ideas on New Being - Feminine, Masculine, Superhuman; Transcendent & Transformative Practices; Transpersonal/Gnostic Perception & Action; Integral Philosophies & Wisdom, Intimate Spiritual Experiences & Expressions; The New Pursuit - Love; The Powers - Within & In Cosmos; Enlightened Leaders, Systems & Designs.
2) Any form : films of any length (shorts and features)
3) Film projects which are open to non-exclusive distribution (online and/or broadcast worldwide).
4) Films which are in English or suitably sub-titled in English (films originally produced in regional languages are welcome). Multiple submissions welcome.
5) Entries for selection are required to be sent in DVD format only. Unfortunately, the festival will not be able to return the submitted DVDs. To facilitate customs procedures, the entry package from overseas should be labeled "Only for cultural purpose, no commercial value."
6) For festival participation, films must fit the festival theme and criteria.
7) All winning films are showcased under "Previous Winners" section of the site. A winning film can be removed after a minimum of two years since the date of winning, upon request. As the festival is bound to follow international fund transfer formalities, all requested documents for reward remittance clearance will need to be furnished by all winning films.
SUBMIT BY: October 31, 2011
SUBMISSION PROCESS:
For details please visit : http://www.cultureunplugged.com/festival/submit.php
www.cultureunplugged.com
African American Travel Conference
Starts on 18 Apr 12
Ends on 20 Apr 12
The African American Travel Conference (AATC) is an association of 2,500 travel planners, serving the African American community
Design Indaba Expo
Presenting the very best of South African creativity, Design Indaba Expo is a showcase of exceptional design across all disciplines, including advertising, architecture, craft, décor, film, fashion, graphic design, interior design, jewellery, new media, publishing, product design, visual media and more.
Cape Town International Convention Centre, Cape Town
Egypt International Boat Show
The tremendous growth of the boating and water sports industry in Egypt, it became necessary to create a platform for that industry in Egypt. Wherein exhibitors showcase their products and market innovations
Cairo International Convention and Exhibition Center, Nasr City, Cairo
5th Forensic Conference for Africa
Effective fraud/corruption control, prevention, detection and investigation for enhancement of operational efficiency
Bomas of Kenya, Nairobi
Documentary Festival in Agadir
Film festival exclusively dedicated to documentaries.
Agadir
5th Kids for Kids Africa Festival Call for Films deadline
15 Apr 12
The Nairobi-based Lola Kenya Screen audiovisual media festival, skill development, mentorship programme and market for children and youth in Eastern Africa is calling for film entry from children in Africa.
Lola Kenya Screen, PCEA Enchoro Emuny Church, Ngong Road, Nairobi
Kiliman Adventure Challenge
Summit Kilimanjaro (5895 m) over 6 days (this is not raced), compete in a two day mountain bike race around Kilimanjaro (246 km) and finish the Kilimanjaro Marathon (42,2 km)
Moshi
Raid 4L Trophy
Tell us about the 4L Trophy. It's a rally from Paris, France, to Marrakesh in Morocco.
Marrakesh
Sahara Marathon
The Sahara Marathon is an international sport event to demonstrate solidarity with the Saharawi people and this year celebrates its twelfth edition.
Tindouf
Bang a Drum
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