The CCI, key figures

• 7% of world GDP;
• $2,000 billion in annual revenue
• $1 spent = $2.5 of wealth for the economy
• 50 million jobs worldwide among 15-29 year olds
• 10% of world GDP by 2030

source: www.ifc.org/en/what-we-do/sector-expertise/creative-industries

In Africa:

• Huge potential in terms of job creation for young people;
• Informal sector in Africa 
• Predominance of micro-enterprises and low-wage actors
• Lack of qualification pathways, co-creation pathways, international forums.

The Foundation will help bring together creators, the private sector and public institutions to unlock the potential of this dynamic and promising ecosystem.