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AfriMass Network to Host Key Session at GDIW 2025: Mapping the Future of African Media Monetization

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AfriMass Network has been selected as one of the event organizers for this year’s Ghana Digital and Innovation Week (GDIW25), a national event dedicated to celebrating and advancing Ghana’s digital transformation agenda.

As part of its participation, AfriMass Network will host a panel discussion under the session title: “Africa Media Ad Sales Innovation Summit with the theme innovation and Sustainability: Unlocking Opportunities for Media Startups and the Digital Creator Economy.”

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The session will explore how innovation and sustainable strategies can drive growth within Africa’s evolving media ecosystem, particularly for startups, advertising agencies, and digital creators. It will bring together leading voices in media, advertising, and digital entrepreneurship to discuss practical ways to strengthen media monetization, build resilient business models, and enhance collaboration across the continent’s creative economy.

Speaking on the upcoming session, Mr. Raymond Smith, Founder and CEO of AfriMass Network, said: “Our participation in GDIW25 is a significant opportunity to highlight how innovation can transform Africa’s media and creative industries. At AfriMass, we believe that sustainability in the digital economy depends on empowering startups and creators with the right tools, knowledge, and partnerships to scale their ideas.”

He added that the Africa Media Ad Sales Innovation Summit aims to provide actionable insights and practical solutions to help emerging media entrepreneurs thrive in an increasingly digital and competitive environment.

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Ghana Digital and Innovation Week, hosted by Impact Investing Ghana, is powered by Venture Capital Trust Fund, GIZ, and other key partners including the Ghana Chamber of Technology, Ashesi University, and the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program (NEIP).This year’s event will highlight the progress of Ghana’s innovation ecosystem while encouraging collaboration between policymakers, investors, startups, and digital stakeholders.

AfriMass Hosting session is in partnership with National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program (NEIP), Maxwell Investment Group (MIG), Africa School Entrepreneurship, Atunwa Digital, New Media Association of Ghana with support from Pentecost University (Communications Studies Dept.) , Warrior King Watches, Mont Water, AladdinSnacks, mNotify, Customer Service Africa, Rhyme Consult, LeatheronCallGH, The New Africa Channel, TBN Africa, JoyBusiness, Pulse Ghana, YFM, Modern Africa, KYS Africa, theydMedianetwork, NOKTV, NOKFM, Oneplay Africa GBC, Graphiconline, myjoyonline.

AfriMass Network’s participation underscores its commitment to empowering media businesses, promoting digital innovation, and supporting sustainable growth within the African creative industry.

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About Africa Media Ad Sales Innovation Summit- AfriMass
AfriMass is Africa’s leading thought leadership and professional development platform dedicated to the convergence of media, advertising, and technology across the continent.

We serve as the critical bridge, bringing together C-level media executives, ad sales leaders, digital publishers, broadcast professionals, and AdTech innovators to define the future of media monetization in Africa.

What We Do:
Innovate: Showcase cutting-edge AdTech solutions and data-driven strategies for unified “Total Video” monetization (linear, digital, and streaming).
Educate: Provide specialized training and deep-dive sessions focused on programmatic advertising, audience measurement, and sustainable revenue modeling for African media houses.
Connect: Facilitate high-level networking and strategic partnerships between media owners, policymakers investors, and the emerging Creator Economy.

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AfriMass is where the business of African media gets redefined. Join our network to stay ahead of industry trends, drive commercial growth, and influence the future of the continent’s dynamic media landscape.

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Candyman Lucas Mensah to Sponsor Central Music Awards’ New Artiste of the Year Category with GH¢5,000

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Renowned Ghanaian media personality and Founder of the Central Music Awards (CMA), Mr. Candyman Lucas Mensah, has pledged GH¢5,000 in sponsorship for the New Artiste of the Year category at the 15th Central Music Awards.

Candyman Lucas Mensah, Founder, Central Music Awards

Mr. Mensah made the announcement during the 15th CMA Seminar held on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the Samrit Hotel in Cape Coast ahead of the 15th Anniversary Celebration of the prestigious Central Music Awards.

Speaking on the topic, “From an Idea to a Movement: The CMA Journey at 15,” Mr. Mensah reflected on the experiences that led to the establishment of the Central Music Awards, highlighting the challenges, achievements and lessons from the awards’ 15-year journey.

He also outlined his vision for the continued growth of the awards scheme, particularly its role in identifying, nurturing and promoting emerging musical talents from the Central Region to compete at higher levels.

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Announcing the sponsorship, Mr. Mensah said his contribution was driven by his commitment to supporting emerging artistes and creating opportunities for young talents within the region.

The sponsorship will support the New Artiste of the Year category as part of activities marking the 15th anniversary of the Central Music Awards.

The seminar, held under the theme “Celebrating the Journey, Taking Stock, Building Tomorrow,”brought together musicians, artiste managers, media personalities, bloggers, content creators, event organisers and other key stakeholders in the creative industry from across the Central Region’s 22 districts.

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The programme featured presentations by creative industry professionals and academics, including Dr. Margaret Delali Numekevor, Lecturer at the Department of Music and Dance, University of Cape Coast, and Nana Ekua Apeatsewah II, former Chairperson of the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA), Central Region.

The seminar was moderated by Mr. Bismark Botchwey, Deputy Communications Executive at Heritage Promotions.

The annual CMA seminar provides a platform for creatives to gain knowledge and practical insights into developing their craft, strengthening their brands, building professional networks and promoting their work to meet international standards.

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Source: Bismark Botchwey | Deputy Communications Executive | Heritage Promotions | Central Music Awards

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