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Brothers Akinola Davies Jr and Wale Davies took home the British Academy Film Awards prize for Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer
AFRICAN FILM

‘My Father’s Shadow’ makes history with Bafta Outstanding Debut win

The British-Nigerian drama claimed the prize for Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer, with brothers Akinola Davies Jr and Wale Davies taking home one of…

  • Kibo Ngowi
2 min read
Close-up: Joburg Film Festival curator Nhlanhla Ndaba. Photos: Supplied
AFRICAN FILM

Why craft matters: Curating the Joburg Film Festival 2026

As the Joburg Film Festival returns in 2026, curator Nhlanhla Ndaba explains why craft, care and unseen labour are taking centre stage

  • Kibo Ngowi
7 min read