Djibouti launches first Beach Festival
The three-day event on Heron beach aims to showcase the nation's coastline and youth potential.
Djibouti's first Beach Festival opened on November 5 at Heron beach, featuring cultural, sporting, and economic activities. Minister of Commerce and Tourism Orbis Helaf Orbis presided over the opening ceremony, attended by government members, the president of the Ports and Free Zones Authority, and the prefect of Djibouti-ville, Abdi Hassan Ahmed.
Organized by IN'PACT Social under the institutional patronage of the Ministry of Commerce and Tourism, the festival runs until November 7. Stands and exhibition spaces are set up to display local creativity and highlight opportunities along the country's maritime facade.
Authorities aim to promote national maritime heritage, stimulate tourism, and provide a platform for local talent. The event is themed 'Djibouti Blue Generation' and focuses on the country's coastline and its young population.
Why it mattersDjiboutians will experience cultural, sporting, and economic activities designed to promote their maritime heritage and showcase local talent.