Partnership & Sponsors

ACI Entertainment and EFDI invite visionary organizations to partner with ACF 2026. This is a premier platform to align your brand with a rapidly expanding global market while shaping the next chapter of cultural history.

Why Partner With Us?

Global Reach: Engage thousands on-site and millions online through Duduplugs, a platform reaching over 820 million people worldwide.
Elite Networking: Access The Exchange, a high-level B2B hub connecting U.S. policymakers, African leaders, investors, and global executives.
Brand Authority: Strengthen DEI commitments and align with a global movement rooted in unity and positive storytelling.
Market Entry: Showcase products to an engaged audience and benefit from year-round digital marketing.
Sustainable Legacy: Support economic growth across the diaspora through tax-deductible 501(c)(3) opportunities.

Partnership Tiers & Key Benefits

Platinum: The Legacy Sponsor ($50,000)

• Keynote address at the Opening Ceremony alongside senior officials.
• Highest-level logo placement on the main stage, event website, and all marketing.
• Worldwide social media exposure and priority access to U.S. news features.
• Prime exhibition stand in the Organisation Corner.
• Ten VIP tickets for your delegation.
• Sponsor Highlight Video and a Commemorative Award.

Gold: The Heritage Guardian ($30,000)

• High-impact logo display on website, stage signage, and promotional materials.
• Exhibition stand in the Organization Corner.
• Opportunities for live product showcases and demonstrations.
• Social media promotion and sponsor’s video clips during the festival.
• Five VIP and five general admission tickets.
• Inclusion in official press releases and newsletters.

Silver: The Empowerment Partner ($20,000)

• Logo featured on event website and digital marketing materials.
• Access to networking sessions and listing in the digital partner directory.
• Three VIP all-access passes and six general admission tickets.
• Mention in official press releases and social media visibility.

Bronze: The Growth Ally ($10,000)

• Logo featured on digital materials and attendee newsletters.
• Acknowledgement on the festival website and in post-event video credits.
• Two VIP all-access passes and five general admission tickets.
• Listing in the digital partner directory.

Community Catalyst ($5,000)

• Logo display on promotional materials.
• Named as a community supporter in post-event reports.
• Five complimentary general admission tickets.
• Listing in the online directory and attendee newsletters.