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Designation: David I. Adeleke - Founder, Communiqué
Short: David I. Adeleke is a writer and media entrepreneur whose work covers African business, tech, and the creative economy. He is the founder of Communiqué, a media and intelligence company focused on Africa’s creative economy. Communiqué launched as a newsletter in 2020 and now has over 43,000 subscribers globally. The company offers media, research, consulting, community building, and talent development services. David has extensive experience thinking, writing, and speaking about technology, the media, and creative industries. He has spoken at several conferences globally.
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David I. Adeleke is a writer and media entrepreneur focusing on African business, technology, and the creative economy.
He founded Communiqué, a media and intelligence company dedicated to Africa’s creative economy. Since its launch as a newsletter in 2020, Communiqué has grown to over 43,000 global subscribers. The company offers media, research, consulting, community building, and talent development services.
Previously, David served as Africa Editor at Rest of World, led Business Insider Africa, and held editorial positions at Ventures Africa and TechCabal. His work has been featured in leading publications, including The Guardian, Semafor, Al Jazeera, Reuters, and The Continent.
With extensive expertise in technology, media, and creative industries, David is a frequent speaker at international conferences. The Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University invited him to address faculty and students about Western media’s misrepresentation of Africa and the need for more nuanced narratives.
David is a Media and Journalism Fellow with the Charles Koch Institute. He earned his degree in Mass Communication from Covenant University and holds a certificate in Storytelling for Modern Media from Yale University.
| Engagement Type | Description | Fee Range (USD) | Fee Range (NGN) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keynote Address | A comprehensive presentation lasting 45-60 minutes, tailored to the event's theme. | $1,000 - $1,300 | N1,500,000 - N2,000,000 |
| Panel Participation | Serving as a panelist or moderator in discussions, offering expert insights on specific topics. | $600 - $800 | N950,000 - N1,250,000 |
| Workshops/Seminars | Conducting interactive sessions or training workshops, typically 2-3 hours in duration. | $900 - $1,600 | N1,380,000 - N2,500,000 |
| Virtual Presentations | Delivering speeches or participating in events via online platforms. | $400 - $650 | N615,000 - N1 million |
