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Ghana just unveiled a new national policy that positions arts and culture as engines for economic growth and job creation. The strategic plan connects heritage preservation with sustainable development goals reaching to 2030.
From the Hooghly River's banks to bustling Kolkata streets, Bengal turned art into a way of life, not just a skill. Centuries of history, the Bengal Renaissance, and everyday cultural rituals created generations who grow up breathing creativity.
Oscar-winning actor Riz Ahmed has a simple creative philosophy that's guiding his latest role as arts curator: ask yourself if your work stretches both you and culture. His approach invites all creatives to surrender their ego and tap into something bigger than themselves.
Creativity isn't a rare gift reserved for the lucky few. Adobe's Executive Creative Director reveals how any organization can build a culture where everyone's ideas matter.
Ghana just launched a National Cultural Policy that treats culture not as tradition alone, but as a job creator and economic powerhouse. The plan could transform how Africa's creative industries fuel national growth.
The global creative economy has reached $2.25 trillion and now drives 3.1% of worldwide GDP, proving that arts and culture are essential economic engines. Every dollar invested in creative industries generates $2.50 in total economic output.
Indonesia and Saudi Arabia are joining forces to boost their creative economies through culture and innovation. The partnership promises film incentives, talent exchanges, and support for creators in both nations.
Slovenia's charming capital beat 223 cities to win Europe's top creativity award. The jury praised its thriving art scene, cultural festivals, and commitment to putting creators at the heart of city life.
Young artists in Azerbaijan's capital are transforming electronic music into a powerful platform for cultural exchange and creative expression. The movement connects local DJs with international performers, building bridges through beats and bass.
The Netherlands is celebrating as Pride Amsterdam and traveler culture earn spots among five traditions nominated for UNESCO's prestigious intangible cultural heritage list. If approved, these living traditions will join a global roster of cultural treasures worth protecting.
Marie Lora-Mungai just published a handbook teaching African artists how to turn their talent into sustainable income. "Creative Cash Flow" tackles the business side of creativity that art schools rarely cover.
Paris has launched MansA, a vibrant cultural center celebrating Afro-descendant arts, stories, and excellence from across the diaspora. The space debuts with a bilingual magazine and aims to showcase African culture while France debates returning thousands of looted artifacts.
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Johannesburg lost one of its most vibrant cultural forces when Maria McCloy, a pioneer who helped define South African pop culture, died at 50. Her three-decade legacy connected thousands of artists and shaped how the world experienced music from a young democracy.
Saudi Arabia just pumped $205 million into its creative economy in the first quarter of 2026 alone, supporting over 1,600 artists and entrepreneurs. The bold investment is transforming the Kingdom into a cultural hub while creating thousands of new jobs.
Italy and South Korea are joining forces to blend ancient heritage with cutting-edge innovation, creating a powerful new model for cultural diplomacy. Their partnership goes far beyond the Milano-Cortina 2026 Olympics, opening doors for creative collaboration that spans museums, technology, and the arts.
A special arts program is celebrating Prague's thriving creative community, from provocative installations to timeless Art Nouveau treasures. The spotlight reveals why this UNESCO World Heritage city remains one of Europe's most vibrant cultural destinations.
A Finnish city above the Arctic Circle just became Europe's newest cultural hotspot, with a year of festivals celebrating Indigenous voices and creative solutions to climate change. From snow sculpture contests on frozen seas to midnight marathons under endless sun, Oulu is proving northern winters can be just as vibrant as any summer destination.
Entertainment industry leaders in Nigeria are teaming up to create culturally grounded content that shapes how young children learn and grow. The new coalition brings together filmmakers, musicians, and child development experts to strengthen the country's future workforce.
Egypt welcomes the first Ai Everything Middle East and Africa summit this February, where creators and policymakers are exploring how artificial intelligence is transforming art, music, architecture, and design. The two-day event tackles both the promise and challenges of AI as a creative partner.
While many fear AI will replace human creativity, printmakers across India are thriving by embracing technology as just another tool in their artistic arsenal. Three major exhibitions opening this month showcase how this ancient art form is experiencing a renaissance.
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