1st edition — Publishing, faith & creation
International Ecumenical Fair of Christian Arts, Books and Culture — a gathering where authors, artists, publishing houses and faith communities meet to celebrate creativity in all its forms.
Under the joint patronage of
Mr François Albert Amichia
Former Minister of Sports · Mayor of Treichville
Mr Jean-Marc Yacé
Mayor of Cocody · Honorary Consul of the United Mexican States in Côte d'Ivoire
The spirit of the fair
SOILACC AFRICA brings Christian traditions together around a single creative impulse: giving voice, page and stage to the arts that carry the faith and culture of the continent.
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Exhibitions, sacred music, visual arts and performances led by creators from every denomination.
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Book signings, panel discussions and a bookshop area dedicated to Christian publishers and African literature.
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Ecumenical conferences, workshops and time for dialogue between the Churches and the cultures of the continent.
26 February to 1 March
Four days shaped by highlights, at Cocody Town Hall (Abidjan). The full detail will be published closer to the event — here is the provisional outline.
Day 1
26 Feb.
Day 2
27 Feb.
Day 3
28 Feb.
Day 4
1 Mar.
Voices coming to share
The full line-up of authors, artists and religious figures will be announced progressively. Places still open.
Author — to be announced
Visual artist — to be announced
Theologian — to be announced
Publisher — to be announced
Exhibitor area
Book your stand
Spaces are limited. Contact the organising team to receive the exhibitor pack and the rates.
Request a standWhat you need to know
Dates
Four days, open to all audiences.
Venue
Cocody, Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire.
Access
Some workshops and conferences require advance registration.
They support the event
SOILACC AFRICA is organised with the support of partners committed to books and culture.
Partner publishing house
Editions Eichenblatt Verlag
Join SOILACC AFRICA as a partner
Publishing house, company, NGO, institution, media outlet or advertiser: associate your brand with SOILACC AFRICA and gain visibility — communication materials, website, catalogue and dedicated spaces on site — with an audience passionate about books, the arts and culture.
Join us
Whether you are a visitor, author, exhibitor or volunteer, register to receive all the information about the fair.
Exhibitors — registration form
Fill in the form below: it is sent straight to the organising committee (contact@soilaac.com). You can also download the form as a Word file, fill it in and email it back to us.