MIP Africa Cape Town

MIP Africa is recognized as the most important B2B trade fair and conference for the film, television, and digital content industry on the African continent. The event is held annually at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) in Cape Town and is organized by Reed Exhibitions Ltd., an internationally renowned event organizer also responsible for formats such as MIPCOM and MIP Junior. MIP Africa serves as a central platform that connects producers, distributors, broadcasters, investors, creatives, and decision-makers from across Africa and around the world.

The event focuses on the trade of finished film and television programs across a wide range of genres—from drama series and children’s content to documentaries and innovative TV productions. It facilitates the sale of rights, supports international distribution, and enables new partnerships with global streaming platforms. In addition, MIP Africa addresses current industry topics such as content monetization, business models, intellectual property strategies, co-productions, financing opportunities, and technological innovation—including AI-driven storytelling, blockchain solutions, and social media strategies for African content. A particular highlight is the targeted one-on-one meetings and the structured matchmaking system, which efficiently fosters business contacts among key industry players.

Through initiatives such as the "Inclusive Lens Awards," which recognize diversity and representation in the media, as well as programs for the promotion of women and inclusion, MIP Africa sets standards for social responsibility and creative development. The conference program offers exclusive insights into global and regional market trends—for example, the impact of international series on African screens or innovative book-to-screen projects. Changing international guest destinations further enhance global exchange.

Participants and exhibitors represent all sectors of the media and creative industries—from production and distribution to technology and streaming, as well as funding institutions, media companies, and content development. As an integral part of FAME Week Africa, the trade fair also bridges the sectors of music, fashion, and short film, establishing itself as the central meeting point for Africa’s entire creative economy.

Cape Town, with the CTICC, offers a modern, well-connected infrastructure, creating an inspiring setting for the event. Its prime location near the international airport and the city center makes MIP Africa the ideal venue for anyone seeking to help shape the future of the African media landscape.

The MIP Africa will take place on 3 days from Monday, 01. September to Wednesday, 03. September 2025 in Cape Town.