Via Eniola Daniel
Could 9, 2024 | 2:08 am
The African Union Chairman's Youth Envoy and Google have introduced the launch of the #DiscoverMyAfrica Shorts Problem, a month-long initiative to rejoice the wealthy range, heritage and vibrant spirit of the African continent. This Could, YouTube creators throughout Africa are invited to share quick movies capturing their distinctive views, utilizing the hashtag…
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The African Union Chairman's Youth Envoy and Google have introduced the launch of the #DiscoverMyAfrica Shorts Problem, a month-long initiative to rejoice the wealthy range, heritage and vibrant spirit of the African continent.
This Could, YouTube creators throughout Africa are invited to share quick movies capturing their distinctive views utilizing the hashtag #DiscoverMyAfrica.
The YouTube Shorts Problem encourages creators to showcase completely different aspects of African life, from music and artwork to meals, trend and native landmarks. To additional rejoice Africa's vibrant music scene, YouTube is ramping up the power with YouTube Music Nights in Nigeria and South Africa, showcasing the infectious rhythms of Afrobeats and Amapiano. Two particular playlists, “Africa's Subsequent Wave” and “Africa Superstars,” will spotlight each rising expertise and iconic voices which have made the continent a world music powerhouse.
The Youth Envoy of the Chairman of the African Union, Chido Mpemba, mentioned: “#DiscoverMyAfrica empowers African youth to share their tales and wealthy cultural heritage globally. Partnering with Google will promote inventive expression and dialogue on content material accountability, digital preservation and the affect of AI on Africa's inventive industries. This aligns with our imaginative and prescient for a digitally enabled Africa that leverages cultural wealth for financial progress and social progress.”
Nollywood famous person and elegance icon Osas Ighodaro is immersing viewers within the luxurious facet of Lagos together with her new present 'Spa with Osas'. Enioluwa and The Geng will unravel the drama and secrets and techniques of highschool elites of their extremely anticipated sequence 'All of Us'. And comedy famous person Broda Shaggi is assured to carry laughs together with his hilarious new mission 'Shaggi's Palava'. These thrilling new exhibits will premiere completely on YouTube.
Aspiring filmmakers and content material creators also can profit from specialised workshops designed to hone their expertise and increase their attain. A devoted Nollywood workshop in Nigeria and broader #DiscoverMyAfrica workshops for content material creators will present beneficial insights and instruments to creators in any respect ranges.
Addy Awofisayo, Head of Music for Sub-Saharan Africa at YouTube, mentioned: “We’re dedicated to supporting the varied voices and skills that make up Africa's inventive panorama”
“These initiatives present beneficial assets and platforms for African filmmakers, musicians and content material creators to share their tales and join with international audiences.”
