Africast 2025 Begins: Africa’s Premier Media Expo Opens in Lagos
By Admin, October 21, 2025
The Nigerian Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has officially kicked off the 14th biennial Africast 2025 in Lagos, Nigeria.
This premier broadcast and media technology expo is poised to become a strategic hub for shaping the future of African media.
The commencement of the event was uniquely marked by a focus on attendee well-being, featuring a wellness and aerobics exercise, alongside the provision of healthy meals, drinks, and therapeutic body massages.
Currently, preparations are in full swing, with booth installations, exhibition stand setups, and participant registrations underway for the grand opening scheduled for tomorrow, October 21, 2025.
The Director General of the NBC, Mr. Charles Ebuebu, emphasized the critical role of the event in the face of rapid technological change.
“Africast 2025 is more than a conference; it is a strategic response to the rapid digital transformation reshaping our media landscape,” Mr. Ebuebu stated.
He highlighted the central goal:
“building a resilient African media ecosystem that leverages technology to enhance storytelling, content creation, and distribution.”
The platform is designed to spotlight innovations and foster policy conversations that will drive growth and investment in the sector.
Over the years, Africast has established itself as the place “where business, creativity, and broadcast policy converge,” with Mr. Ebuebu assuring that the 2025 edition will deliver “greater impact, engagement, and visibility.”
This year’s edition is themed: “Navigating the digital surge: Building a resilient African media ecosystem for the future.”
Africast 2025 is a highly anticipated showcase of the future of African broadcasting, bringing together media professionals, technology innovators, policymakers, and content creators from across the continent and the globe for an engaging week of discussions, exhibitions, and networking opportunities centered on the rapidly evolving media landscape.