Tag: african film news
‘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
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...
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
AFRIFF Launches Africa Film Content Market in Lagos This November
AFRIFF is launching the inaugural Africa Film Content Market to connect African filmmakers with global investors, distributors.
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.
KITFO TV’s Ethiopian – Eritrean Film Festival Returns to Los Angeles
KITFO TV is a global streaming platform and cultural initiative dedicated to Ethiopian and Eritrean cinema.
Janani: The Last Stand Wins Big at ZIFF 2025
Ugandan biopic Janani: The Last Stand, directed by Matt Bish, wins Best Feature Film and Best Actor at Zanzibar International Film Festival 2025.
Idris Elba Unveils Vision to Revolutionize Africa’s Entertainment Industry
Elba aims to develop an end-to-end ecosystem for African creatives.
Best Movies to Watch with African Parents
Have you had a hard time trying to select movies to watch with your African parents during family time and you don’t want to accidentally set yourself up?
African Cinema Takes Center Stage at NYAFF 2025
This year’s festival celebrates the diversity and richness of African cinema.