PANAF chapter in uganda to host discussion on issues surrounding artists’ compensation
The Ugandan chapter of the Pan African Network for Artistic Freedom (PANAF) is set to host a discussion titled "The...
Artists’ Remuneration Challenges in Uganda-chat 9-November-2023
In Uganda, artists, especially musicians and filmmakers, face undocumented remuneration and uncollected royalties, with estimated losses of 360 billion Ugandan...
PANAF Chat: Govt Support is the Key to Empowering Creatives in Zambia
In a recent discussion held on 19 October, the Pan African Network for Creative Freedom (PANAF) and People's Action for...
PANAF chapter in Zambia to host discussion on the welfare of artists
The Zambian chapter of the Pan African Network for Artistic Freedom (PANAF) is all set to host a group discussion...
The Welfare of Artists Speaking Truth to Power – 19-October-2023
The topic of 'The Welfare of Artists Speaking Truth to Power in Zambia' is of immense importance for several compelling reasons....
Call for Overview Writers in Uganda, The Gambia, Mozambique, and Ethiopia
The Pan-African Network of Artistic Freedom (PANAF) is currently seeking experienced writers to create comprehensive overview articles shedding light on...
The Path to Artistic Freedom: An Interview with Ethiopian impressionist Jammy
Jammy is a well-known impressionist from Ethiopia who has performed at popular venues and on local TVs in Addis Ababa....
The Bold Narrative of ‘Amkeni’ by Nay wa Mitego
Tanzanian hip-hop artist, Nay wa Mitego has always been unafraid to confront the status quo. His latest offering, ‘Amkeni’ (Wake...
A National Art Council will empower the creative sector through advocacy and oversight – PANAF report
The Pan African Network for Artistic Freedom (PANAF) and Uganda’s film umbrella body Pearlwood and the Foundation for Human Rights...
An Assessment of Artistic Freedom: Uganda
Introduction This report, titled An Assessment of Artistic Freedom:Uganda, offers a comprehensive overview of the current state of artistic freedom...
PANAF Welcomes ACHPR Resolution 654 on Artistic Freedom and Calls for Inclusive Development of a Model Law in Africa
The Pan-African Network for Artistic Freedom (PANAF) warmly welcomes the adoption of the Resolution on the Promotion and Protection of...
PANAF Summit 2026 | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
From 6–8 February 2026, the Pan-African Network for Artistic Freedom (PANAF) convenes its annual summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, bringing...
PANAF SUMMIT 2025 REPORT
Held from February 14–16, 2025, the second edition of the Pan-African Network for Artistic Freedom (PANAF) Summit convened 51 participants...
PANAF Joins the Call for Action in Kenya
In May 2025, PANAF joined civil society and creative stakeholders in Nairobi for Kenya’s Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Observation Meeting....
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