ECOFEST : a major gathering for West African culture in Abidjan
The West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA) and the Government of the Republic of Ivory Coast are joining forces to inaugurate the first edition of the West African Festival of Arts and Culture (ECOFEST). Scheduled for September 2024 in Abidjan, this event promises to celebrate the richness and cultural diversity of the region.
By the editorial staff
The West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA) and the Government of the Republic of Ivory Coast are poised to make cultural history in the region with the launch of the first edition of the West African Festival of Arts and Culture (ECOFEST). This large-scale event, scheduled for September 2024 in Abidjan, is shaping up to be a major gathering for the promotion and celebration of the artistic and cultural diversity of West Africa.
The choice of Abidjan, the economic capital of Ivory Coast, as the venue for ECOFEST, is a testament to the vitality and dynamism of the West African cultural scene. With its rich history and melting pot of cultures, Abidjan provides the ideal setting for such a large-scale festival, where artists and artisans from across the region will have the opportunity to meet, exchange, and share their creations with an enthusiastic audience.
Highlighting the diversity of artistic and cultural expressions in West Africa
ECOFEST aims to highlight the diversity of artistic and cultural expressions in West Africa, ranging from visual arts to music, dance, theater, literature, and crafts. It will also be an opportunity to showcase emerging talents in the region, as well as to valorize ancestral traditions and local know-how.
In addition to artistic performances and exhibitions, ECOFEST will also offer a diverse program of cultural activities, such as conferences, workshops, film screenings, and craft demonstrations. Festival-goers will thus have the opportunity to explore and immerse themselves in the cultural richness of West Africa, while promoting intercultural exchanges and strengthening solidarity and cooperation in the region.
This festival, co-organized by UEMOA and the Government of the Republic of Ivory Coast, is part of an initiative to promote culture as a lever for socio-economic development in West Africa. By showcasing the creative and artistic potential of the region, ECOFEST will contribute to strengthening the West African cultural identity and stimulating the growth of cultural tourism in the region.
By bringing together artists, artisans, intellectuals, policymakers, and art enthusiasts from across West Africa, ECOFEST promises to be a must-attend event for all those who wish to discover and celebrate the cultural richness of the region. See you in September 2024 in Abidjan for a historic edition of the West African Festival of Arts and Culture.
