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Media
Media CenterPress Room
Official information, press resources, releases, images and accreditation for coverage of the Pan-African Festival ELEFANTES BAY — Heroes of the Future.
Journalists
Television & Radio
Photography & Video
Creators & Media Partners
Fact Sheet
Essential information for media
Official name
Pan-African Festival ELEFANTES BAY — Heroes of the Future
Dates
17 to 20 September 2026
Location
ELEFANTES BAY, Benguela, Angola
Organization
LUCITUR, Paulo Alves and organizing partners
Scope
Culture, music, youth, tourism, sport, sustainability and innovation
Positioning
A pan-African festival created to value talent, culture, youth, sustainable tourism and new opportunities for Angola and Africa.
Target audiences
Young people, families, artists, visitors, brands, institutions, media, diaspora and international partners.
Press Releases
Official announcements
Official releases will be published here as the organization announces partners, programme, artists, activities and operational information.
Official Festival announcement
Coming soon
Presentation of the pan-African vision
Coming soon
First confirmed partners
Coming soon
Preliminary programme
Coming soon
Final agenda
Coming soon
Logistics information for media
Coming soon
Post-event report
Coming soon
Media Kit
Official press kit
The Media Kit gathers institutional information, fact sheet, official images, logos, key messages and press contacts to support editorial coverage of the Festival.
Media Kit available soon. For urgent requests, contact the press team.
Official photographs
Festival logos
Posters
ELEFANTES BAY images
Teaser videos
Social media materials
Press images
Use of visual resources must respect the Festival's official identity. Logos, colours or compositions may not be altered without authorization.
Visual Resources
Images, logos and visual resources
Use of visual resources must respect the Festival’s official identity. Logos, colours or compositions may not be altered without authorization.
Official photographs
Festival logos
Posters
ELEFANTES BAY images
Teaser videos
Social media materials
Press images
Media Agenda
Recommended coverage moments
The official media agenda will identify the main journalistic coverage moments, interviews, strong visual moments and activities recommended for television, radio, digital press and photography.
Official ceremonies
Cultural moments
Concerts
Youth activities
Panels and conferences
Sport
Sustainability
Partner activations
Recommended coverage moments
Story Angles
Editorial angles for reporting
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African youth as protagonists of the Heroes of the Future
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Culture, tourism and sustainability as regional development drivers
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Benguela and ELEFANTES BAY as a new cultural destination
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The Festival as a bridge between Angola, Africa and the diaspora
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The creative economy as a tool for territorial transformation
Media Requests
Request press accreditation
Share the essential details so the communications team can review the request and prepare coverage conditions.
Media Partners
Media partners play a strategic role in amplifying the Festival’s message, valuing pan-African culture and projecting ELEFANTES BAY nationally and internationally.
Interview Requests
The organization may support interview requests with institutional representatives, organizing team, artists, partners and guests, according to availability and editorial relevance.
Save the Date
17 to 20 September 2026
ELEFANTES BAY · Benguela · Angola
FAQ
FAQ for Media
When and where does the Festival take place?
The Festival takes place from 17 to 20 September 2026, at ELEFANTES BAY, Benguela, Angola.
Who organizes the Festival?
The official organization is ensured by LUCITUR, Paulo Alves and organizing partners.
How can I request accreditation?
Accreditation can be requested through the form on this page or by contacting the press team.
How can I request interviews?
Interview requests should include the media outlet, topic, format, preferred dates and desired interviewees.
Where can I download official images?
The visual resources area will be prepared to host official images, logos and materials.
Will there be a press area at the venue?
Operational information will be confirmed during the final production phase and communicated to accredited media.
Will photo and video capture be allowed?
Yes, subject to accreditation and compliance with the capture rules defined by the organization.
How can I access the official agenda?
The media agenda will be updated on this page and may be added to calendar.
How can I contact the communications team?
By email: media@elefantesbay.com.
When will the full programme be announced?
The official programme will be communicated in phases. Initial information will be presented at a press conference and further announcements will be made to the media as artists, partners and activities are confirmed.