02 / THE PROGRAMME
Three days.
Endless inspiration.
A meeting of minds by day.
A celebration of culture by night.
THE MAKING OF SOMETHING NEW.THURSDAY, 7 JANUARY 2027
The opening chapter.
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Press & official opening
Meet the voices behind the summit and take part in the opening conversations.
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Exhibitions & artisan pavilions
Explore design, craft and the people behind the work.
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Fashion and cultural show
An evening celebrating African artistic expression.
FRIDAY, 8 JANUARY 2027
The conversation grows.
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The Bantaba · Phase I
A dialogue on fashion policy and the creative economy.
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Gambian Textile Identity
Explore heritage techniques and possibilities for textile innovation.
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Fashion Show and Performing artists entertainment
A meeting of music, movement and creative culture.
SATURDAY, 9 JANUARY 2027
Build what comes next.
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The Bantaba · Phase II
Creative enterprise roundtables and market access conversations.
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Fashion / Artisan as a Business
A practical masterclass for creative entrepreneurs.
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Fashion show, and performing artist & exclusive After party
Celebrate the connections made and the possibilities ahead.
Programme framework · Session times will be announced.
Choose your day ↗