The Nigerian Broadcasting Commission (NBC) has commenced the 14th biennial edition of Africast 2025, a premier broadcast and media technology event, in Lagos, Southwest Nigeria.
The opening session featured a wellness and aerobics exercise, complemented by the distribution of healthy meals, drinks, and therapeutic body massages for participants.
Booth installations, exhibition stand setups, and participant registrations are currently underway in preparation for the grand opening of the event scheduled for tomorrow, October 21, 2025.
According to the Director General of the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), Mr. Charles Ebuebu, “Africast 2025 is more than a conference; it is a strategic response to the rapid digital transformation reshaping our media landscape.
“As we navigate this digital surge, our focus is on building a resilient African media ecosystem that leverages technology to enhance storytelling, content creation, and distribution. This platform will spotlight innovations and foster policy conversations that empower growth and investment in the sector.
“Over the years, Africast has consistently served as the hub where business, creativity, and broadcast policy converge and that Africast 2025 would deliver on greater impact, engagement, and visibility for participants and sponsors alike.”
The highly anticipated 2025 Africast is ready to showcase the future of African broadcasting, bringing together media professionals, technology innovators, policymakers, and content creators from across the continent and beyond.
This year’s edition has its theme: “Navigating the digital surge: Building a resilient African media ecosystem for the future.”
Africast 2025 promises an engaging week of discussions, exhibitions, and networking opportunities centred on the rapidly evolving media landscape.