On 17 July, participants of the InteRussia Journalism Fellowship from African countries attended the Russian Creative Week in Moscow, taking part in the expert session "The Creative Economy of the Global South: A New Stage of Russia-Africa Cooperation".
The Russian Creative Week is the main event in Russia’s creative economy sector. Since 2020, it has been shaping a forward-looking agenda, setting new trends, developing practical business solutions, building investment partnerships, and designing joint strategies for the country’s future in the creative economy.
The discussion offered a closer look at Africa’s creative industries — from key players and market dynamics to the challenges shaping their growth. Speakers explored how creative sectors are increasingly seen as tools for addressing social and economic issues across the continent, from youth employment to cultural representation.
Particular attention was given to the potential of sharing Russia’s experience in developing creative industries and adapting it to African contexts. The session also raised questions about the role of transnational corporations, highlighting existing examples of support and investment, and examined how creative collaboration can strengthen Russia-Africa relations and contribute to a shared vision of the future.
Participation in events like Russian Creative Week gives journalism fellows the opportunity to engage with leading experts and follow key international discussions on Russia-Africa cooperation.
The programme is implemented by Mezhdunarodniki Autonomous Non-Profit Organisation together with the Gorchakov Fund and the International Information Agency and Radio Sputnik as part of the SputnikPro programme. The fellowship is held within Rossotrudnichestvo's flagship New Generation programme with grant support from the Presidential Grants Foundation.