The African entertainment and media industry is poised for growth, driven by technological advancements, improved connectivity and increasing digital engagement.

This is according to the PWC Africa Entertainment and Media Outlook 2024-2027 report.

The annual publication takes a deep dive into Africa-specific trends and investigates the future of the industry on the continent.

According to the report, South Africa will remain the regional market leader in terms of scale, but Nigeria and Kenya will see faster growth, aided by young and growing populations and broader economic development.

Channel Africa's senior reporter, Nhlanhla Mahlangu filed this report.

The African entertainment and media industry is poised for growth, driven by technological advancements, improved connectivity and increasing digital engagement.
This is according to the PWC Africa Entertainment and Media Outlook 2024-2027 report.
The annual publication takes a deep dive into Africa-specific trends and investigates the future of the industry on the continent.
According to the report, South Africa will remain the regional market leader in terms of scale, but Nigeria and Kenya will see faster growth, aided by young and growing populations and broader economic development.
Channel Africa's senior reporter, Nhlanhla Mahlangu filed this report.

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PWC Africa Entertainment and Media Outlook 2024-2027 report  finds that the African entertainment and media industry is poised for growth

Victor Kgomoeswana, Author of Africa Is Open for Business, Africa Bounces Back, and Executive Director for Marketing and Communication at the University of Limpopo, unpacks the business news that made headlines this week.

Victor Kgomoeswana, Author of Africa Is Open for Business, Africa Bounces Back, and Executive Director for Marketing and Communication at the University of Limpopo, unpacks the business news that made headlines this week.

Business round‑up with Victor Kgomoeswana, Author and Executive Director for Marketing and Communication at the University of Limpopo

South African farmers are coming under growing pressure as global fertiliser prices climb amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, raising concerns about rising production costs, potential impacts on crop yields and the knock‑on effect on food prices.


Wandile Sihlobo, Presidential Envoy on Agriculture and Land and Chief Economist at the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz), says the country does not currently face immediate fertiliser supply constraints. However, he warns that prices are rising due to fears of global supply disruptions as the conflict continues to unsettle international commodity markets.


Thami Ngubeni spoke to Wandile Sihlobo, Presidential Envoy on Agriculture and Land and Chief Economist at Agbiz.

South African farmers are coming under growing pressure as global fertiliser prices climb amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, raising concerns about rising production costs, potential impacts on crop yields and the knock‑on effect on food prices.
 Wandile Sihlobo, Presidential Envoy on Agriculture and Land and Chief Economist at the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz), says the country does not currently face immediate fertiliser supply constraints. However, he warns that prices are rising due to fears of global supply disruptions as the conflict continues to unsettle international commodity markets.
 Thami Ngubeni spoke to Wandile Sihlobo, Presidential Envoy on Agriculture and Land and Chief Economist at Agbiz.

Fertiliser prices surge amid escalating tensions in the Middle East

The 11th Annual Forbes Woman Africa Leading Women Summit, held on March 18 2026 in celebration of International Women’s Day, focused on leadership in times of uncertainty and the transformative role of technology, innovation and sustainability in shaping the continent’s future.


The summit also highlighted the increasing influence of women across Africa who are driving progress in business, public service, science, the creative industries and social impact sectors.


Thami Ngubeni spoke to Renuka Methil, Managing Editor of Forbes and Forbes Woman Africa.

The 11th Annual Forbes Woman Africa Leading Women Summit, held on March 18 2026 in celebration of International Women&rsquo;s Day, focused on leadership in times of uncertainty and the transformative role of technology, innovation and sustainability in shaping the continent&rsquo;s future.
 The summit also highlighted the increasing influence of women across Africa who are driving progress in business, public service, science, the creative industries and social impact sectors.
 Thami Ngubeni spoke to Renuka Methil, Managing Editor of Forbes and Forbes Woman Africa.

PWC Africa Entertainment and Media Outlook 2024-2027 report finds that the African entertainment and media industry is poised for growth

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