Tag: African Cinema
‘Wahala’: Genevieve Nnaji Returns in Gripping Nigerian-British Thriller
The six-part adaptation of Nikki May’s bestselling novel features Adelayo Adedayo, Cush Jumbo, Deborah Ayorindee, and Nollywood icon Genevieve Nnaji.
ORAYA: Ruth Ojougboh to Unveil African Animated Film at Cannes 2026
Executive Producer Ruth Ojougboh will present the feature-length animated film ORAYA at the Marché du Film during the Cannes Film Festival on May 13, 2026
West African Cinemas Close 2025 with N15.6 Billion Box Office Revenue
West African cinemas reported a record-breaking 2025, earning N15.6 billion and attracting nearly 2.8 million viewers.
Three African Films Selected for 2026 Sundance Film Festival
The Sundance Institute has chosen three African films from over 16,000 submissions.
South Africa’s ‘The Heart Is a Muscle’, Burkina Faso’s ‘Katanga’ Shine at 21st Africa Movie Academy Awards
Directed by Imran Hamdulay, The Heart Is a Muscle took home top honours including Best Film...
AFRIFF 2025 Set to Celebrate Africa’s Cinematic Brilliance
AFRIFF 2025 set to showcase a diverse lineup of African films, including Burna Boy’s 3 Cold Dishes and Obi Emelonye’s Safari.
Kenyan-Nigerian Film ‘One Woman One Bra’ Wins 2025 Sutherland Award
One Woman One Bra tells the story of Star, a 38-year-old woman in rural Kenya who faces the risk of losing her ancestral land.
“My Father’s Shadow” Makes History as First Nigerian Film Selected for the Oscars Submission
My Father’s Shadow Makes History as U.K.’s Oscars Submission — First Nigerian Film to Earn the Honour
Film Story Development & Screenwriting Training Programme Kicks Off This October
Aspiring filmmakers and screenwriters can join the 7-week Film Story Development & Screenwriting Training Programme this October.
African Films at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival
African and African co-produced films made a historic impact at the 82nd Venice Film Festival 2025.
ADIFF–Washington D.C. 2025 Returns This August
ADIFF Washington D.C. 2025 Returns with 14 Powerful Films from Africa and the Diaspora.
IFC, AfDB & EbonyLife Join Forces to Boost African Film Investment
The IFC and African Development Bank are partnering with EbonyLife Media to develop a pan-African film investment platform.
Idris Elba Unveils Vision to Revolutionize Africa’s Entertainment Industry
Elba aims to develop an end-to-end ecosystem for African creatives.
African Cinema Takes Center Stage at NYAFF 2025
This year’s festival celebrates the diversity and richness of African cinema.