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Welcome to Issamba Centre

Discover the Richness of African and Caribbean Culture

Issamba Centre, the home of the African Art & Cultural Community Contributor (AACCCS) and the Festival AfriCa Fest, is dedicated to promoting African and Caribbean cultures through arts, education, and community engagement. Join us in celebrating diversity and fostering cross-cultural understanding.
Bienvenue au Centre Issamba lieu de découvert de la richesse des cultures africaines et celles de toutes les personnes d'ascendance africaine.
Le Centre Issamba, foyer de AACCCS et du Festival AfriCa Fest, est dédié à la promotion des cultures africaines et de toutes les personnes d'ascendance africaine à travers les arts, l'éducation et l'engagement communautaire. Rejoignez-nous pour célébrer la diversité et encourager la compréhension interculturelle.
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Every February, Canadians are invited to celebrate and honor the contributions of their friends of African descent. From February 1st to 28th, we host a series of engaging activities, including a Black History Month Launch, a symposium/summit, a family-oriented celebration, and the ISSAMBA SHOWCASE Festival. The African Art & Cultural CCC Inc. (AACCCS) and its team are committed to promoting cultural awareness through a variety of cultural activities.
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Festival AfriCa Fest 

AfroWorld Performing Arts Meet-up & Showcase

AfriCa Fest is to celebrate the cultural heritage of people of African descent through the study of history, music, and food. It is also an opportunity to appreciate the beauty of diverse cultures.

our events

  • MaMa Put - African & Caribbean Pop-Up Eatery-December
    MaMa Put - African & Caribbean Pop-Up Eatery-December
    MaMa Put - African & Caribbean Pop-Up Eatery-December
    sam. 07 déc.
    Victoria
    07 déc. 2024, 11 h 00 – 21 h 00
    Victoria, 1745 Blanshard St, Victoria, BC V8W 2J8, Canada
    07 déc. 2024, 11 h 00 – 21 h 00
    Victoria, 1745 Blanshard St, Victoria, BC V8W 2J8, Canada
    Let’s end the year by celebrating diversity, community spirit, and amazing food! Whether you come with friends or family, there's a place for everyone!
  • BLACK IN B.C. - Leadership Summit
    BLACK IN B.C. - Leadership Summit
    BLACK IN B.C. - Leadership Summit
    ven. 31 janv.
    Vancouver
    31 janv. 2025, 13 h 00 – 01 févr. 2025, 21 h 00
    Vancouver, 1 Athletes Way, Vancouver, BC V5Y 0B1, Canada
    31 janv. 2025, 13 h 00 – 01 févr. 2025, 21 h 00
    Vancouver, 1 Athletes Way, Vancouver, BC V5Y 0B1, Canada
    Join us for the BC Black Leadership Summit 2024 this coming February 2025! Celebrate Black excellence, engage in powerful discussions, and connect with community leaders. Don’t miss out on inspiring keynotes, workshops, cultural performances, and more.
  • Symposium sur le DIPAA et le Leadership des Québécois Afro descendants
    Symposium sur le DIPAA et le Leadership des Québécois Afro descendants
    Symposium sur le DIPAA et le Leadership des Québécois Afro descendants
    ven. 14 févr.
    Québec
    14 févr. 2025, 09 h 00 HNP – 15 févr. 2025, 21 h 00 HNP
    Québec, 1000 Bd René-Lévesque E, Québec, QC G1R 5T8, Canada
    14 févr. 2025, 09 h 00 HNP – 15 févr. 2025, 21 h 00 HNP
    Québec, 1000 Bd René-Lévesque E, Québec, QC G1R 5T8, Canada
  • Festival AfriCA Fest - Québec 2025
    Festival AfriCA Fest - Québec 2025
    Festival AfriCA Fest - Québec 2025
    ven. 16 mai
    Québec City
    16 mai 2025, 19 h 00 – 25 mai 2025, 23 h 00
    Québec City, Québec City, QC, Canada
    16 mai 2025, 19 h 00 – 25 mai 2025, 23 h 00
    Québec City, Québec City, QC, Canada
    Le Festival AfriCa-Fest Québec célèbre le vivre-ensemble en créant des ponts entre les communautés et en valorisant les talents d'origine africaine. Un événement inclusif et festif à ne pas manquer !
  • Festival AfriCa Fest 2025 - Victoria, BC
    Festival AfriCa Fest 2025 - Victoria, BC
    Festival AfriCa Fest 2025 - Victoria, BC
    jeu. 26 juin
    Victoria
    26 juin 2025, 19 h 00 – 29 juin 2025, 23 h 00
    Victoria, Victoria, BC, Canada
    26 juin 2025, 19 h 00 – 29 juin 2025, 23 h 00
    Victoria, Victoria, BC, Canada
    MARK YOUR Calendar, in June 2025 for the 12th edition of AfriCa Fest Victoria! This year's theme, "Flavors of Africa & the Caribbean," promises to be an unforgettable celebration of culture, cuisine, and community.

Registration

To register, please take the time to fill out the information below.

Celebrations, CONFERENCES & Much MORE

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CURATED

Mamadou Diabaté

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Merlin Nyakam

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Zal Sissokho

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Lasso

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and many
MORE

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our
sponsOrs

The African Art & Cultural Community Contributor Incorp. is supported by the Government of Canada’s Supporting Black Canadian Communities Initiative and the Tropicana Community Services, The Government of British Columbia, and the City of Victoria

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Canadian Women's Foundation
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Thank you for your generous support! We acknowledge that our organization is based on the traditional unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples,  specifically the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations.

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