The African Village, United Kingdom will be established as a permanent, iconic gateway to Africa, situated less than one hour from London. Through world-class cultural, educational and entertainment experiences, it will connect the richness, diversity and innovation of Africa with audiences from across the United Kingdom and around the world, creating opportunities for discovery, celebration and lasting cultural exchange.
Our mission is to celebrate, preserve and promote Africa’s heritage by bringing its cultures, creativity and contemporary achievements to life through immersive, year-round experiences. By combining culture, entertainment, enterprise and education in one vibrant destination, The African Village will inspire deeper understanding, strengthen connections with the global African diaspora, foster social cohesion, and contribute to a more inclusive and culturally enriched society.
Few countries occupy the strategic position of the United Kingdom. Situated less than an hour from London, The African Village UK will be a permanent meeting place where Africa engages the world through culture, enterprise, education, innovation and investment, creating new relationships, shared understanding and lasting opportunities for generations to come.
We believe that every person possesses equal worth and deserves to be treated with dignity and respect.
We celebrate our differences while recognising our common humanity.
We believe culture should create opportunity, never limit potential.
We welcome cultural expression that upholds the rights, dignity, and freedom of others.
We honour tradition while embracing progress, preserving the finest expressions of African heritage for future generations.
Together, these principles define who we are, what we stand for, and how we build our future.
The African Village is guided by a multidisciplinary team whose combined experience spans real estate, governance, finance, technology, artificial intelligence, communications, entertainment, law and international business.
Collectively, the Board of Directors brings together decades of leadership experience across the United Kingdom, Africa and international markets, providing the strategic capability required to develop The African Village as a globally significant cultural institution.