Eduardo Cachucho is a Creative Director in the Digital Creative Industry, overseeing the conceptualization and execution of festivals within the Digital Creative Industries such as the Fak’ugesi African Digital Innovation Festival.

His unique creativity and administrative expertise as a Creative Director enables him to develop systems for planning, organising and growing events. Eduardo bridges the gap in the value chain by ensuring a seamless flow from concept to audience engagement. Eduardo brings in cutting edge technology, which allows him to create user friendly systems.

With an educational background in Architecture & Art, Eduardo challenges industry norms, emphasising practical skills over a degree-focused approach and advocating for a more comprehensive understanding of industry dynamics in South Africa. Recognizing the

importance of continuous professional development, by attending various programs. Eduardo values the work he does within the Digital Creative Industries by constantly developing his understanding of the creative industry through research and engagements. While industry support is available, he emphasises the importance of targeted assistance such as bringing different internal and external stakeholders and resources together to make sure that he creates a platform that is open to the public especially for creatives to showcase their creative works. His goal is to contribute significantly to the growth and recognition of the creative industry through the Fak’ugesi Festival and Digital Lab Africa.