“When we launched the festival last year, we had no idea what to expect, but the reception was overwhelming,” said Wilmetta Toliver-Diallo, African Film Festival organizer and assistant dean in the ...

African cinema is having a moment. Across the U.S., a growing number of film festivals are bringing authentic African stories to the forefront. These events not only celebrate the artistry of African ...

For the past two decades, African Film Festival has partnered with the Department of African & African American Studies, Film & Media Studies, and the African Students Association at Washington ...

Considered the biggest and important platform of its kind for documentary films on the continent, the Encounters South African International Documentary Festival continues a tradition of spotlighting ...

We're react to some of the most side-splitting scenes from African movies. From over the top drama to unexpected punchlines, ...

Diego Pineda has been a devout storyteller his whole life. He has self-published a fantasy novel and a book of short stories, and is actively working on publishing his second novel. A lifelong fan of ...

African films make a strong showing at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, with standout selections from Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa spotlighting new voices and stories. The Sundance Film Festival ...

2026 marks a surge for African storytelling at the 76th Berlinale. Alain Gomis and Leyla Bouzid lead a healthy lineup chasing the Golden Bear. The Berlin International Film Festival has long ...

Led by Akunna Cook, CEO of Next Narrative Africa, and investment expert Wakiuru Njuguna, managing partner at HEVA Fund, it will prioritize "narrative-shifting content from Africa and its diaspora." By ...

With the barrage of news coming from all corners of the world, plus the unrest here at home, it’s easy to feel disconnected from ongoing global conflicts. It’s difficult to hold all of the tragedy at ...