Night energy
First edition completed
The Bay lived the future
The first Pan-African Elefantes Bay Festival took place from 17 to 20 September 2026 on the Atlantic coast of Benguela. This page preserves its people, images and legacy.
Watch the festival film2026 was the beginning
The Festival was born.
Young people answered.
Elefantes Bay found a new energy.
Now the next chapter begins.
Festival film
The first edition in motion
Temporary event report footage. The official recap film will replace it when available.
Editorial gallery
Four days, many ways to belong
Education, culture, sport, music, tourism and youth met on the beach at Elefantes Bay, between Equimina and the Dombe Grande region.
17 SEP · EDUCATION
Learning and sharing by the sea
18 SEP · MUSIC
The stage found its voice and rhythm
19 SEP · ARTISTS
Artists gathered backstage
19 SEP · CONNECTION
Afro-Atlantic bridges on stage
20 SEP · SPORT
Golf between the sand and the Atlantic
20 SEP · EXPERIENCE
Enjoying the Bay safely
20 SEP · YOUTH
A place to meet and belong
Golf at Elefantes Bay
Recognition
Thank you to those who believed
We thank every sponsor and partner who shared the Festival's values and helped turn a new platform for youth, culture, sport and the future into a reality.
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