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AECCIS: September 12 to October 10 2026

Africa–Eurasia Cultural Exchange & Creative Industries Summit 2026

Africa–Eurasia Cultural Exchange & Creative Industries Summit (AECCIS) is an international platform dedicated to strengthening cultural diplomacy, creative industry collaboration, tourism, education, investment, and sustainable partnerships between the nations of Africa and Eurasia through arts, media, film, and innovation…

AECCIS AFRICA 2026

FROM 12 SEPT

AECCIS EUROPE 2026

FROM 20 SEPT

ACCREDITATION

The Nelas Academy Awards Winners

17th Nelas Awards

London UK 2024

16th Nelas Awards

London UK 2023

Space Jam A Legacy

Family film

Director Sharvi

Best Director

The Forever Purge

Horror/Action

Muhammad Raafat

Best Actor

Space Jam A Legacy

Family film

17th Nelas Awards

London UK 2024

Director Sharvi

Best Director

The Forever Purge

Horror/Action

Muhammad Raafat

Best Actor

16th Nelas Awards

London UK 2023

  1. Excellence
  2. Creativity
  3. Innovation
  4. Integrity
  5. Diversity
  6. Professionalism
  7. Cultural Respect
  8. Collaboration
  9. Youth Empowerment
  10. Global Partnership
  11. Sustainability
  12. Social Impact

Director Sharvi’s success reflects the very essence of what the Nelas International Film Festival seeks to honour

Veteran Indian filmmaker receives the Nelas top directing honour as two of his acclaimed films, Better Tomorrow and Do-over, earn multiple international nominations.

AECCIS vISION

To establish the premier annual platform connecting Africa and Eurasia through arts, culture, film, television, media, tourism, education, innovation, and the creative economy, fostering international collaboration and sustainable development.

AECCIS MISSION

To create meaningful partnerships among creative professionals, investors, educational institutions, tourism organizations, and cultural stakeholders while promoting intercultural dialogue, economic opportunities, and global peace through the creative industries.

AECCIS OBJECTIVE

Promote cultural diplomacy between Africa and Eurasia.
Encourage international film and television collaborations.
Showcase the rich cultural heritage of participating nations.Connect creative entrepreneurs with investors and business leaders.
Promote tourism and educational exchange.
Celebrate excellence through the Nelas Academy International Awards.
Create networking opportunities for artists, filmmakers, media professionals, and policymakers.
Inspire young people to pursue careers in the creative industries.

AECCIS HIGHLIGHTS

International Opening Ceremony
Cultural Exchange Festival
International Film Screenings and Premiere
Creative Industries ConferenceTourism and Investment Forum
Fashion and Cultural Heritage Showcase
Music and Performing Arts Festival
Business-to-Business Networking Sessions
Youth Creative Leadership Forum
International Exhibition and Expo
The Nelas Academy Awards Gala
Closing Cultural Celebration

PARTICIPANTS

Government representatives
Embassies and diplomatic missions
International organizations
Film commissions
Producers and filmmakers
Television and media executives
Tourism boards
Universities and academic institutions
Cultural organizations
Investors and entrepreneurs