Pitcher Festival 2026
14 - 16 May
The Pan-African Celebration of Creativity
Pitcher Festival is Africa’s leading celebration of creativity across marketing, advertising, media, PR, digital, entertainment, and related industries. At its core is the prestigious Pitcher Awards, the Pan‑African benchmark for creative excellence, honouring outstanding agencies, brands, and talent shaping the continent’s narrative.
Explore the full festival experience through our key tracks: Pitcher Awards, Pitcher Learning, Pitcher Archive, Pitcher Impact, and Pitcher Showcase.
Pitcher Awards 2026 Still Open for Entries! Get Started.
Pitcher Awards 2026 Jury Presidents
The Pitcher Festival proudly presents the Jury Presidents for the Pitcher Awards 2026. These distinguished industry leaders will guide their respective juries in setting the benchmark and honoring the most outstanding ideas of the year.
Pitcher Awards
Celebrating the creativity that drives business and social good in Africa
Young Pitcher Academy
The Young Pitcher Academy is a pan-African training and mentorship programme designed for professionals under 30 who are shaping the future of creativity across the continent. Through a blend of online learning, regional bootcamps, and access to industry leaders, participants gain strategic insight, creative confidence, and global perspective. Whether you're joining for growth or competing in the Young Pitcher Competition, this academy is your launchpad to impact and recognition.
Future Pitcher Student Academy
Formerly known as the Future Creative Leaders Academy (FCLA), the Future Pitcher Student Academy continues its mission of nurturing Africa’s next generation of creative talent. This rebranded programme brings together final-year students from tertiary institutions across the continent for seminars, screenings, and workshops led by top industry professionals. As an early immersion into the competitive world of advertising and creative communications, it offers hands-on learning, mentorship, and transformative competitions. Register now and take the first step toward a thriving career in the creative industry.
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