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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

  • BLACK IN B.C. - Leadership Summit
    BLACK IN B.C. - Leadership Summit
    Fri, Jan 31
    Vancouver
    Jan 31, 2025, 9:00 AM – Feb 01, 2025, 10:00 PM
    Vancouver, 1 Athletes Way, Vancouver, BC V5Y 0B1, Canada
    Jan 31, 2025, 9:00 AM – Feb 01, 2025, 10:00 PM
    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
    Fri, Feb 14
    Québec
    Feb 14, 2025, 9:00 AM PST – Feb 15, 2025, 9:00 PM PST
    Québec, 1000 Bd René-Lévesque E, Québec, QC G1R 5T8, Canada
    Feb 14, 2025, 9:00 AM PST – Feb 15, 2025, 9:00 PM PST
    Québec, 1000 Bd René-Lévesque E, Québec, QC G1R 5T8, Canada
  • Festival AfriCA Fest - Québec 2025
    Festival AfriCA Fest - Québec 2025
    Fri, May 16
    Québec City
    May 16, 2025, 7:00 PM – May 25, 2025, 11:00 PM
    Québec City, Québec City, QC, Canada
    May 16, 2025, 7:00 PM – May 25, 2025, 11:00 PM
    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
    Fri, Jun 20
    Victoria
    Jun 20, 2025, 6:00 PM – Jun 22, 2025, 8:00 PM
    Victoria, Victoria, BC, Canada
    Jun 20, 2025, 6:00 PM – Jun 22, 2025, 8:00 PM
    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.
  • Festival de la Gastronomie Multi Ethnique
    Festival de la Gastronomie Multi Ethnique
    Fri, Aug 29
    Location is TBD
    Aug 29, 2025, 11:00 AM – Aug 31, 2025, 9:00 PM
    Location is TBD
    Aug 29, 2025, 11:00 AM – Aug 31, 2025, 9:00 PM
    Location is TBD
  • ISSAMBA Multuculral Food and Craft Market
    ISSAMBA Multuculral Food and Craft Market
    Date and time is TBD
    Victoria
    Date and time is TBD
    Victoria, 2722 Fifth St #209, Victoria, BC V8T 4B2, Canada
    Date and time is TBD
    Victoria, 2722 Fifth St #209, Victoria, BC V8T 4B2, Canada

Registration

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

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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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our
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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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