Senegal, in collaboration with ECOWAS and UEMOA, has officially launched the maiden edition of ECOFEST 2025 at a press conference held in Dakar on Thursday, 20 November 2025.
The regional festival, which seeks to highlight the role of culture in addressing West Africa’s evolving challenges, will run from 30 November to 6 December 2025.
This year’s theme, “Socio-political changes and crises in West Africa: What can culture do?”, positions the event as a platform for dialogue, creativity and policy reflection.
ECOFEST 2025 is expected to bring together policymakers, creatives, cultural institutions and youth groups from across the sub-region to explore how the arts can contribute to peacebuilding, social cohesion and democratic development.
The festival will feature panel discussions, exhibitions, performances and collaborative cultural activities designed to promote unity and deepen regional integration.
The launch marks a significant step in strengthening cultural cooperation between Senegal, ECOWAS and UEMOA, as the region continues to navigate political transitions and security concerns.
ECOFEST 2025 is anticipated to become a flagship event on West Africa’s cultural calendar.
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