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DaVinci Resolve 20.3 lands: 32K timelines, metadata upgrades — big boost for global editors
DaVinci Resolve 20.3 adds 32K editing support on Apple M5 Macs, named timeline snapshots, enhanced metadata handling, HDR10+ export and other workflow improvements — a significant upgrade for filmmakers worldwide.
Dec 7, 20252 min read


TidPix Goes Global: African Streaming Brand Launches on LG TVs Across Europe
TidPix, the African-content streaming platform, just went live on LG Channels in the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, and four Nordic countries …
Dec 6, 20251 min read


50 Cent Speaks Out: Why He Produced “The Reckoning” — And What He Wants the World to See
Netflix’s four-part documentary Sean Combs: The Reckoning landed on December 2, 2025, and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson wasted no time making …
Dec 5, 20252 min read


Kenyan Film “Act of Love” to Open Kenya Cinema Week in London
The contemporary Kenyan drama Act of Love — directed by Shelly Gitonga — has been selected to screen at the upcoming Kenya Cinema Week in London, marking a notable step for Kenyan cinema on the global stage.
Dec 5, 20251 min read


Senegalese Cinema Shines at SOTIGUI Awards 2025
At the 2025 SOTIGUI Awards ceremony held in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, Senegalese cinema took home several of the event’s most prestigious honours — a sweeping victory that underscores West Africa’s growing strength on the continent’s screen.
Dec 5, 20251 min read


Nadia Kounda Wins Best Actress at Brussels — A New High for Moroccan Cinema
Moroccan actor-powerhouse Nadia Kounda has just been crowned Best Actress at the 2025 Brussels International Film Festival — for her emotionally charged performance in the 2025 film Les Fourmis.
Dec 5, 20251 min read


When Real Life Caught Up with Fiction — Paul Rusesabagina’s Turbulent Story After Hotel Rwanda
For decades, Hotel Rwanda stood as one of the most powerful films to emerge from a true African tragedy — telling the story..
Dec 5, 20252 min read


Germany Seeks Deeper Film Ties With Nigeria: Equipment, IP, and Co-Production Partnerships
A German delegation brings high-tech film equipment, legal expertise in IP/royalties and collaboration offers to Nigeria’s film sector — marking a major boost for Nollywood’s global competitiveness.
Dec 5, 20252 min read


Egyptian Film 'Aisha Can’t Fly Away’ to Premiere at Marrakech Film Festival 2025
The highly anticipated Egyptian drama Aisha Can’t Fly Away — directed by Morad Mostafa — has been confirmed for its MENA premiere at the 2025 Marrakech International Film Festival
Dec 4, 20251 min read


Young Creatives Shine at Kenya’s AI-Powered Smartphone Film Competition
At the 2025 AI-Driven Smartphone Film Competition in Nairobi, Kenya, 85 phone-shot films entered. Winners proved you don’t need a big budget
Dec 2, 20252 min read


Lupita Nyong’o: Oscar Win Opened Doors — and Locked Her Into Slave Roles
Nyong’o’s story isn’t just a personal anecdote — it’s a powerful example of how systemic typecasting remains alive in film.
Dec 1, 20251 min read


India & Nigeria Double Down on Film Collaboration — What It Means for Nollywood and Beyond
The Indian High Commission in Abuja and Nigerian film stakeholders are launching new cultural initiatives to boost film collaboration — potentially opening fresh doors for Nollywood-Bollywood partnerships and cross-industry growth.
Dec 1, 20252 min read


ADIFF 2025 Announces Its Most Ambitious Lineup Yet — 70 Films, 30 Countries, One Global Black Lens
The 33rd African Diaspora International Film Festival returns to NYC with 70 films from 30+ countries, highlighting African, Caribbean, and global Black storytelling.
Dec 1, 20251 min read


UNESCO & Tamayouz Launched New Film Residency Supporting African Women Directors
UNESCO and the Tamayouz Cinema Foundation have launched a 2025 residency in Morocco, training 10 emerging African women filmmakers in writing, directing, and production to strengthen creative diversity across the continent.
Dec 1, 20252 min read


Pangolin: Kulu’s Journey Wins Best Documentary — Another Boost for African Wildlife Film
The Netflix documentary Pangolin: Kulu’s Journey has just won Best Documentary at the 2025 National Film & TV Awards (NFTA) in Pretoria, marking a major win for wildlife storytelling and conservation cinema in Africa.
Dec 1, 20251 min read


UK Awards £1.1 Million Grant to Restore and Return Africa’s Lost Film Heritage
A groundbreaking new initiative to recover, preserve and repatriate Africa’s fragmented film history has officially been launched — backed by a £1.1 million grant ...
Dec 1, 20252 min read


Africa No Filter Honours Filmmakers Rewriting the World’s View of Africa
Africa No Filter (ANF) has announced the 2025 recipients of its Narrative Change Film Awards, celebrating filmmakers using powerful, nuanced storytelling to shift global perceptions of the continent.
Nov 30, 20252 min read


AIFF Sets Bold New Agenda to Boost African Cinema Through Global Partnerships and Investment
The Afrik International Film Festival (AIFF) announces an ambitious 2026 debut focused on global collaborations, investor confidence, and a new financing ecosystem for African filmmakers. Here’s what this means for the future of African cinema.
Nov 30, 20252 min read


Marrakech Festival 2025 Opens with Global Lineup, African Footprint & Big Ambitions
The 22nd edition of the Marrakech International Film Festival kicked off November 28 in Morocco with flair: red carpets, global stars, and a
Nov 30, 20252 min read


Marrakech International Film Festival Spotlights Major Talent: Bong Joon‑ho, Jenna Ortega & Andrew Garfield Attend in Morocco
The Marrakech International Film Festival welcomes Bong Joon-ho, Jenna Ortega and Andrew Garfield, signalling its ambition to become a major global hub for cinema and African talent.
Nov 25, 20251 min read
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