Fak’ugesi Festival 2025 – #PowerSurge

The Fak’ugesi African Digital & Innovation Festival, scheduled to take place from 13 to 17 October 2026 in Johannesburg, South Africa, is launching its 2026 awards programme. The call invites artists, technologists, and creators working at the intersection of digital art, gaming, immersive media, and emerging technologies to submit their work for consideration. Submissions are open to individuals and companies across Africa, with a deadline of 21 September 2026. The awards aim to recognize excellence in digital creativity, offering recipients exposure through festival showcases, networking opportunities with industry leaders, and potential future collaborations. Applicants are required to submit a portfolio or project description; the application process is free of charge. The festival’s official website provides further details and guidelines for submission.

Awards, exhibition, networking opportunities

Open to individuals and companies across Africa