The 15-year-running festival offers a platform to showcase African film talent
Lula Ali Ismaïl’s first feature-length film, Dhalinyaro, was a smash hit in her home country — and beyond
"My aim is to take the local story and make it global and give the world an honest portrayal of where I come from."
In many countries south of the Sahara, digital technology, strong investment and modern theatres are bringing about a major revival of movie-g
"And while the weather makes for soul-crushing small talk, it’s far better than the ‘mansplaining’ and defensive debate that’s been going on online"
Despite the extreme limitations of the nascent industry, the digital age is proving to be its best friend.
The Joburg Film Festival packs some of the diaspora’s most controversial and coveted films into its 60 screenings.
A new mockumentary featuring SA’s top comic talents is awash with cheeky shots stolen at ANC rallies and even a few choice political cameos.
In a country overflowing with organisations and their associated acronyms, one would be forgiven for passing over the little-known Fepaci.
After winning the jury prize at the Cannes Film Festival in 2010, Mahamat Saleh Haroun went home to Chad — and kindled a cinematic renaissance.
For all its flaws, the democratic spirit at Fespaco makes it unique among the world’s movie events.
A war of words has broken out over the supply of television and film extras.
MultiChoice Africa recently announced a 26% growth in its subscribers. Percy Zvomuya speaks to the head of its Nigeria operations.
