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The concept of Cultural and Creative Industries (CCI) is broad and diverse, encompassing activities that use creativity, cultural knowledge and intellectual property as resources to produce goods and services with social and cultural significance, including performing and visual arts, among others.
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Under the motto "For a Lusophone Audiovisual Space," the CPLP International Audiovisual Conference will take place from November 9 to 13, 2026, in Lisbon, Portugal. The event will bring together, for the first time, audiovisual authorities from the Member States of the Community of Portuguese Language Countries (CPLP), as well as international institutions involved in cooperation in the fields of Culture and Audiovisual. The conference aims to boost exchange between industry professionals and contribute to the development of the audiovisual industries in CPLP countries. Topics up for discussion will include: - public policies supporting audiovisuals; - co-production of content in different genres and formats; - technical and artistic training; - development of market indicators; - creation and coordination of distribution networks. Mozambique will be represented by audiovisual authorities and technicians from public communication systems, specifically from the National Institute of Cultural and Creative Industries (INICC, IP) and Mozambique Television (TVM). The program also includes a film showcase featuring movies from nine CPLP countries, taking place at the Fernando Lopes Hall of the Lusophone University of Lisbon. The initiative marks ten years of the Audiovisual Program (PAV) and will present fiction and documentary works, highlighting the cultural, social, and geographical diversity of the Lusophone space.
Maputo, October 27, 2026 The National Institute of Cultural and Creative Industries (INICC, IP) held, on Tuesday morning, at the Auditorium of the institution's Headquarters in Maputo, a roundtable on the theme "Mozambican Audiovisual Memory: Challenges of Preservation and Access." Held under the motto "Your Window to the World," the event aimed to raise public awareness about the need to take urgent measures to safeguard and preserve audiovisual heritage, as well as to recognize the importance of audiovisual documents for collective memory. World Audiovisual Heritage Day celebrates the adoption in 1980, by the 21st UNESCO General Conference, of the Recommendation for the Safeguarding and Preservation of Moving Images. Audiovisual archives are an invaluable heritage, as they document the stories, ways of life, and cultures of people all around the world. By preserving collective memory, they also serve as an important source of knowledge and reflect the cultural, social, and linguistic diversity of communities. These files help us better understand the world we share. That’s why their preservation and ensuring public access and access for future generations are key goals for memory institutions and society as a whole. During the occasion, in his opening speech, INICC Director-General Roberto Dove called for urgent measures to ensure the conservation and access to this heritage for future generations. He also highlighted that World Audiovisual Heritage Day is an opportunity to raise awareness about the need to protect films, videos, sound recordings, and digital media, ensuring their preservation and long-term availability. During the debate, the panelists advocated for the recovery and appreciation of audiovisual material produced and collected in the past. It was also emphasized that the audiovisual sector should be considered a strategic asset and a driver of national development, with the potential to boost the economy and create job opportunities, especially for young people. The celebrations also included an exhibition of photographs, posters, and other historical documents, as well as a screening of the film 'Time of the Leopards'.
MAPUTO, OCTOBER 22, 2026 — Music producer and network and communication systems engineer Awado Sabiti, known as "Beatkeepa," presented yesterday, October 21, 2026, to the Minister of Education and Culture, Edson Macuácua, a proposal for modernizing school management using artificial intelligence. The initiative foresees the creation of a unique student identification number, allowing tracking of their school journey, producing educational statistics based on Artificial Intelligence, and supporting teachers' career progression based on merit. "We want a more modern education, where technology helps track students, improve school management, and recognize teachers' merit, without replacing the teacher's role," emphasized the Minister. The proposal could contribute to more efficient, transparent, and quality-focused education management.
The Governor of Sofala Province, Lourenço Ferreira Bulha, leads the opening ceremony of the national consultation in Sofala Province, as part of the process of developing the Strategic Plan for the Culture Sector for the period 2027–2036. The initiative aims to encourage the participation of various cultural sector stakeholders in gathering contributions and proposals that will guide the setting of priorities and strategies for the country’s cultural development in the coming decade. The consultation process is a chance to reflect on the challenges, opportunities, and growth prospects of the sector, with a focus on valuing cultural heritage, promoting the arts, and strengthening public cultural policies.
Cultural Agenda
Theatre
Porchat's Stories, a comedy show in which the comedian shares hilarious stories from his crazy travels.
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Literature
The Mozambique Cultural and Creative Industries Market will take place from 30 July to 1 August 2026 in the city of Maputo. This Creative Economy Fair will bring together creators, investors, relevant institutions, and the public from various sectors of the cultural and creative industries. Its objective is to foster creativity, promote innovation, enhance intellectual capital, and encourage cultural entrepreneurship across the African continent and on a global scale.
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Music
The boy from Chamanculo, Jimmy Dludlu, celebrates 40 years of his career with a special show in Maputo, marking the beginning of a major African tour. A unique night of great music, energy, and history, where African jazz comes to life through the hands of one of its greatest names, a show that promises to thrill and mark generations.
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