Black entrepreneurs gain space at Afropunk Brazil 2025.
The festival in Salvador will feature a fair showcasing Black business, art, and culture, with the participation of 10 entrepreneurs from the Feira das Pretas (Black Women's Fair).
247 - O Afropunk Brazil 2025 celebrates, on the days November 8 and 9, its 20 years as one of the largest global movements for the appreciation of Black culture. The festival returns to Salvador BA) With a program that combines music, art, fashion, performance, and entrepreneurship, reaffirming the city as a global reference in the celebration of Black identity.
According to information from Sebrae Bahia, ten black entrepreneurs served by the institution and members of Black Women's Fair They will participate in the event's business fair, showcasing products and services to the public. The booth will also feature interactive activities and giveaways.
According to data Sebrae, Brazil has more than 16 million black entrepreneurs, according to a survey conducted based on PNAD Continuous AnnualIn 2024, the sector reached a record per capita household incomebut the average income of black entrepreneurs is still 35,7% lower that of white businessmen.
To Fau FerreiraAccording to Sebrae's national manager for Afro-entrepreneurship, the initiative seeks to expand opportunities and visibility. "Participating in the festival is recognizing that Black entrepreneurship is vibrant, diverse, and strategic for the country's development," she states.
According to her, the institutional presence at the event is part of Plural Program"Sebrae is joining Afropunk to strengthen trajectories, support dreams, and ensure that these businesses have the conditions to grow, connect, and occupy spaces that have always been rightfully theirs," he concludes.
Culture, art and business
The 2025 edition of Afropunk will bring together more than 30 attractions em 26 hours of programming. Among the highlights are Jorja Smith, Liniker e PericlesIn addition to other national and international artists. Offstage, the event will feature an exhibitors' fair, visual interventions, fashion experiences, and wellness spaces.
The festival will be held in Salvador Exhibition Park, in the days November 8 and 9. More information is available at Official website of Afropunk Brazil 2025.