# Event Details - **Event Name**: Are global brands truly committed to authentic African representation? - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 pm (+03:00) - **Event Description**: Join WiM Africa for a high-level debate: Are global brands truly representing Africa — or just performing inclusion?About this EventAfrica is no longer an emerging story.It is shaping global culture, creativity and commerce in real time.And yet — the question remains:Are global brands truly committed to authentic African representation, or are we still seeing carefully packaged optics?This edition of the WiM Africa Real Talk Debate Series convenes a curated room of senior marketing and communications leaders for a high-level, unfiltered conversation on power, narrative control and responsibility in global branding.This is not a panel.It is a structured debate.Speakers will take clear positions for and against the motion, followed by a moderated exchange that challenges assumptions and pushes beyond safe consensus. Live audience polling and Q&A ensure the room shapes the direction of the conversation.What We Will InterrogateAuthenticity vs performative inclusionWho controls African narratives within global brand structuresRepresentation of African women in brand campaignsCentralised decision-making vs true local autonomyThe risk of oversimplifying Africa’s cultural and regional complexityThe balance between commercial ambition and cultural accountabilityWhere global–local partnerships are working — and where they are notWho This Is ForThis debate is designed for senior and C-suite leaders across marketing, advertising, media and communications.If you influence brand strategy, creative direction, investment decisions or market positioning across Africa — this conversation is for you.Attendance is intentionally limited to ensure quality dialogue and meaningful connection.Why AttendEngage in a rigorous, high-level industry conversationHear opposing viewpoints rarely aired publiclyConnect with a curated group of decision-makersLeave with sharper insight to influence your own organisationLimited SeatsThe Nairobi edition of the Real Talk Debate is curated specifically for senior and C-suite professionals across marketing, advertising, media and communications.Attendance is intentionally limited to ensure a high-quality, peer-level exchange.Once capacity is reached, registration will close.Secure your seat early to ensure you are in the room for this critical industry conversationAbout Women in Marketing AfricaWomen in Marketing Africa (WiM Africa) is a pan-African platform advancing women in marketing, advertising, media and communications across the continent.Launched in 2018, WiM Africa convenes senior leaders, creates high-level industry dialogue and champions gender equity at the highest levels of decision-making. Our work spans curated debates, leadership programming, strategic partnerships and global industry engagement.We collaborate with organisations committed to strengthening Africa’s creative and commercial influence, and are proud to work alongside partners including the International Advertising Association (IAA) Africa Region and UK Chapter, the Unstereotype Alliance, and the Nedbank IMC Conference (South Africa).Our mission is clear: to elevate African leadership, amplify women’s voices and shape a more inclusive, globally influential marketing industry. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nairobi/are-global-brands-truly-committed-to-authentic-african-representation/100001983619696911 - **Event Categories**: Entertainment, performances - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 75, max: 95, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Nairobi - **state**: NA - **country**: Kenya - **location**: Capital Club - **lat**: -1.268449 - **long**: 36.8074482 - **full address**: Capital Club, 4-7 Floor Westlands Road, Nairobi, Kenya ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Are global brands truly committed to authentic African representation? - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/17e00d26c13b529b2b23a1ed5a0404d316bd4da1b2f8d60eb48957c9c47d2f42-rimg-w1200-h675-dc010101-gmir.jpg?v=1772336416 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Are global brands truly committed to authentic African representation? being held? - **A:** Are global brands truly committed to authentic African representation? takes place on Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Thu, 23 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Capital Club, 4-7 Floor Westlands Road, Nairobi, Kenya. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Are global brands truly committed to authentic African representation?? - **A:** Ticket prices for Are global brands truly committed to authentic African representation? range from USD 75 to USD 95 depending on the ticket type. 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