WISH Africa Expo, Olympia London
Discover African art, food, design and tech at the first ever WISH Africa Expo
WISH Africa's inaugural conference brings the best of African culture and commerce to London. This ambitious expo will represent four corners of the continent: Morocco (North), Kenya (East), Nigeria (West) and South Africa (South), with events and talks across the fields of architecture, technology, art, fashion, food and drink, and travel.
Come hear an array of influential voices discuss the current state and the future of these booming and burgeoning industries. Highlights include a conversation with British-Nigerian artist Yinka Shonibare, a talk on 'The Business of African Fashion' with Condé Nast, an insight into African architecture in 'Building Wakanda' with design magazine Dezeen, and a tech talk on 'Tesla Powering Africa' with Wall Street Journal. You'll also have the chance to sample different dishes and pick up some African goods.
WISH Africa is a social enterprise which strives to promote a more positive image of Africa and Africans on the continent and abroad. They hope to create greater cross-cultural understanding with this event which is sure to surprise, delight and educate.
Come hear an array of influential voices discuss the current state and the future of these booming and burgeoning industries. Highlights include a conversation with British-Nigerian artist Yinka Shonibare, a talk on 'The Business of African Fashion' with Condé Nast, an insight into African architecture in 'Building Wakanda' with design magazine Dezeen, and a tech talk on 'Tesla Powering Africa' with Wall Street Journal. You'll also have the chance to sample different dishes and pick up some African goods.
WISH Africa is a social enterprise which strives to promote a more positive image of Africa and Africans on the continent and abroad. They hope to create greater cross-cultural understanding with this event which is sure to surprise, delight and educate.
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What | WISH Africa Expo, Olympia London |
Where | Olympia London, Hammersmith Road, London , W14 8UX | MAP |
Nearest tube | Kensington (Olympia) (underground) |
When |
08 Jun 19 – 09 Jun 19, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
Price | £30-50 |
Website | Click here for tickets and information |