Entertainment Week Africa (EWA) presents the 2025 Deal Room: Accelerating Capital Access and Creative Innovation Across Tech, Music, Film, Fashion and Beauty.
EWA is Africa’s leading multi-sector creative summit, convening over 53,000 attendees and 240+ speakers across industries. Its Deal Room is a three-day accelerator followed by a final Demo Day, where founders and creatives sharpen their business models, refine investor-ready pitches, and connect directly with the investors and institutions shaping the future of Africa’s $20 billion creative economy.
Since inception, the Deal Room has facilitated investments and connections that have raised upwards of $1 million for participating startups, from Esosa, a travel-tech platform serving the African diaspora, to Taghub, an AI-powered influencer marketing network, and Synewave, a revenue-sharing platform empowering music artists.
Where:
Livespot Entertarium, Lagos, Nigeria
When:
November 18–23, 2025
Who:
- Founders and co-founders of tech ventures tailored to the creative and entertainment sectors (music, film, design, live events, fashion, publishing).
- Builders of platforms or tools driving distribution, monetization, analytics, fan engagement, or funding.
- Independent artists and music entrepreneurs with proven traction looking to scale their businesses.
- Independent producers and directors with a project in pre-production or development ● Emerging skincare entrepreneurs.
- Managers, rights holders, and distribution entrepreneurs seeking funding or partnerships. ● Investors, industry leaders, and global stakeholders shaping the future of Africa’s creative markets.
Link to Apply ewafrica.com/apply
About:
Livespot360 is a creative company and entertainment powerhouse creating culture-shaping moments across Africa. From groundbreaking concerts and festivals to large-scale brand activations, Livespot builds platforms that merge creativity, technology, and storytelling. As the team behind EWA, Livespot is committed to amplifying African creativity and connecting it to global opportunities.
Press Contacts:
Joy Teddy
joy@folapr.com
Onyinyechukwu Okafor
onyinye@folapr.com
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