Création Africa Ghana (CAG) is a dynamic initiative launched by the French government through the French Embassy in Ghana. It aims to empower entrepreneurs in the Cultural and Creative Industries (CCIs). CCIs are sectors of activity involving the creation, development, production and distribution of goods, services and activities with cultural, artistic and/or heritage content [architecture, design, books & publishing, music, cinema, audiovisual content, digital creations, museums & heritage, media, visual arts, video games, fashion & luxury goods, performing arts, culinary arts]. The cultural and creative industries play a crucial role in promoting cultural diversity, fostering innovation, and driving sustainable and inclusive economic development.
The Creation Africa Ghana (CAG) Incubation program is a beneficiary-centered program offering cultural and creative entrepreneurs comprehensive support, from ideation to acceleration. Over the period, 30 participants selected from a Call for Proposals will engage in comprehensive capacity-building sessions and have access to collaborative opportunities within a dedicated workspace at Ako Adjei Park, part of the innovative startup campus powered by Impact Hub Accra (IHA), our locally selected incubator.
IHA is a collaborative organization providing growth support services to innovative startup businesses, including pre-seed investment, an accelerator program for entrepreneurs, workshops, networking events, opportunities to design and prototype, and more. The hub, with all its spaces, is an active nexus where different local and global ecosystem players converge and engage with Ghana’s vibrant community of entrepreneurs.
The program offers a range of benefits for participants, including:
Business trainings conducted by industry experts specialising in the Cultural and Creative Industries.
Personalised expert support from professionals in the Cultural and Creative Industries and business sector.
Connectivity to Impact Hub Accra's extensive national and international network, fostering strategic connections for partnership development.
Opportunities to present projects to investors, strategic partners, and the public, resulting in heightened exposure and awareness at both national and international levels.
Top participants who distinguish themselves will be chosen to receive funding of
Creation Africa Ghana (CAG), in collaboration with the International Organisation of Francophonie (OIF) and the National Film Authority (NFA) proudly announces the launch of a significant grant aimed at catalysing innovation and collaboration within the film industry.
The Creation Africa Ghana program is for entrepreneurs with existing activities in Ghana.
All information can be found in this website.
You can contact the team via email at cag.gh@impacthub.net
Participants of the program are mandated and required to stay and participate through the entire period of the program.
Two founders from the same business cannot apply for the program unless under a common project.
Applying for this program requires you to participate in all aspects of the program.