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Abdul Karim Abdullah
Founder of AfroFuture Fest, Creative Entrepreneur
About Abdul Karim Abdullah
Abdul Karim Abdullah started Afrochella in Accra in 2017, a festival of African music, food, art and fashion that now runs as AfroFuture Fest. Ghana named him a goodwill ambassador for tourism.
From the Bronx
He was born and raised in the Bronx, New York, to Ghanaian parents and has kept close ties to Ghana. He founded Culture Management Group (CMG), an Africa-focused media and events company, which runs the festival.
Creative economy
He argues that investing in Africa's creative industries will create jobs and opportunities for young people on the continent. His work has been covered by Forbes, the BBC and CNN, and he has been profiled by the Atlantic Council and AfroTech.
Frequently asked questions about Abdul Karim Abdullah
What is Abdul Karim Abdullah known for?
Abdul Karim Abdullah is a Founder of AfroFuture Fest, Creative Entrepreneur.
What is Abdul Karim Abdullah's nationality?
Abdul Karim Abdullah is Ghanaian.
Personal Information
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Sources & References
- "Cultural Curator Abdul Karim Abdullah Elevates African Talent and Culture from the Bronx to Ghana". atlanticcouncil.org.
- "Afrotech 2024 Abdul Abdullah". afrotech.com.
- "Abdul Karim Abdullah Uses His Cultural Ties to the Bronx". nyctourism.com.
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