Call for applications: Africano Festival in Morocco

Africano Festival was launched in 2015 for the development and sustainability of the National Policy on Immigration and Asylum (NPIA). The policy was launched in September 2013 under the instructions of King Mohammed VI with the intention to protect refugees living in the country.

“Morocco is a country of openness and tolerance that encourages cultural plurality, the dialogue of civilizations, creativity and artistic production,” the organisers said.

The festival aims to integrate Africans into the Moroccan society by highlighting African music and for musicians in Morocco to showcase their diverse cultural music. The festival also seeks to create opportunities for local artists to network and create partnerships.

The application deadline is 30 September.

Eligibility

To qualify, applicants must:

• Be African musicians or troupes based in Morocco.
• Have productions that reflect the cultural influences of the countries of origin. 

Required documents

• Artist profile/biography
• Latest audio release (send a maximum of three songs via WeTransfer/Dropbox)
• Stage plan and technical rider (if available)
• A signed application letter

Successful participants and their managers will benefit from the following:

• A modest performance fee
• Accommodation

For more information about the Africano Festival application, email Africanofestival@gmail.com or call (00212) 661 66 00 87 87.