5 September 2023
EarCandy is a proud to host the inaugural Women in Entertainment Breakfast, featuring Mo Abudu on the 5th of September at Fame Week Africa.
As the only African woman owned content localization company in Sub Saharan Africa, EarCandy is a staunch supporter of women empowerment within the localization industry and the Entertainment and Media sectors as a whole.
“The Women in Entertainment Breakfast serves as a pivotal moment for recognising the significant role women play in shaping Africa’s entertainment landscape and breaking barriers internationally. This initiative aims to inspire, empower, and foster meaningful connections within the industry, ultimately creating more opportunities for women to excel and lead.
This year’s breakfast will launch an exciting and transformative initiative that promises to fast-track meaningful transformation in the African entertainment industry by establishing a forum that will champion the cause of women in various aspects of entertainment, from film and television to music. By highlighting the immense talent and creativity of African women, and creating a forum for mentorship, support and advise, this initiative will pave the way for greater inclusivity and gender equality within the industry.
The morning’s proceedings will be highlighted by a captivating keynote address from the woman that Forbes has described as ‘Africa’s most powerful woman, Mo Abudu. The Nigerian media mogul and philanthropist has been listed by the Hollywood Reporter as one of the ’25 most powerful women in global television’ , and is often referred to as the “Oprah Winfrey of Africa”. Abudu has consistently shattered glass ceilings and pushed boundaries with her ground breaking work in film and television production. Her unwavering commitment to amplifying African voices and telling authentic stories has been instrumental in reshaping the narrative of African entertainment on a global scale.
The Women in Entertainment Breakfast would not have been possible without EarCandy, an organisation dedicated to women’s empowerment and the establishment of networks that create opportunities for women in the localization industry across Africa. Louise Callcott-Stevens, Co-founder, and CEO at EarCandy expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “There is a wonderful quote that speaks about surrounding yourself with women that will mention your name in a room full of opportunity. We saw the opportunity to sponsor this event and get involved in this initiative as our chance to create that room. There is so much research that points to women not supporting other women to reach their full career potential. As an all-female owned business, that consistently sees the business benefit and ROI of developing women, we want to be a part of this change.’ “