The Connect and Create programme, led by the Goethe-Institut and Expertise France in partnership with the Institut français and supported by the European Union, operates as the sub-Saharan African component of the Africa–Europe Partnerships for Culture. This second call for the Circulation of Performing Arts and Music is designed to facilitate the mobility of African artistic works, enabling them to reach audiences across the continent and in Europe. By providing financial assistance for tours and programming at major international events, the initiative seeks to build sustainable, inclusive, and equitable cooperation between the two regions. The grant specifically targets the performing arts and music sectors, with a focus on youth, emerging artistic scenes, and cultural diversity. It supports projects that demonstrate a clear plan for circulation, such as tours with multiple pre-booked dates across different countries. This structure ensures that funded projects have a tangible pathway to audience engagement and professional exchange, rather than remaining at the conceptual stage. Artists and cultural operators are invited to propose projects that align with the programme's ambition to foster collaboration and exchange. The grant covers financial assistance for organising tours or programming, thereby reducing the logistical barriers that often hinder international mobility. By prioritising projects that bridge Africa and Europe, the call aims to create lasting networks and visibility for African creative practitioners.