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The Film Adaptation of ‘Children of Blood and Bone’ Has Just Wrapped up Shooting

The Gina Prince-Bythewood-directed film stars Thuso Mbedu, Damson Idris, Viola Davis, and more superstars, and is now scheduled for a tentative early 2027 release.

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Presley Chweneyagae, Star of Oscar-Winning ‘Tsotsi,’ Passes Away at 40

The multi-award-winning actor shone in productions such as The River, Kalushi, and Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom

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How Inua Ellams Brought African Folklore and Poetry into the ‘Doctor Who’ Universe

A long-time fan of the time-travelling hero, the acclaimed poet and playwright brought the character to Africa with emotional depth and moxie.

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With 'Aisha Can’t Fly Away,' Morad Mostafa Opens a Different Perspective on Life in Egypt

After Ward’s Henna Party and I Promise You Paradise, the director closes his trilogy of inspecting Egyptian society through the eyes of Sudanese migrants.

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In “My Mother Is A Witch,” Nigerian Actress Efe Irele Bares It All

Set in Edo State, Nigeria, this film examines a tense mother-daughter relationship and what happens when love looks like control.

KITFO TV Is Building a Streaming Home for Ethiopian and Eritrean Stories

Denkinesh Argaw had a vision to bridge the gap between local and diaspora creatives. Now, KITFO TV is poised to bring raw, authentic storytelling from Ethiopia and Eritrea to global audiences.

A Star-Studded Ensemble Will Play the Live Score at the Premiere of Akinola Davies Jr.’s New Film

Mercury prize winner Sampha and inventive jazz drummer Moses Boyd are in the lineup when ‘rituals: union black’ premieres at London’s Somerset House.

'The Cat Man Eshete' Highlights the Lasting Impact of Being a Refugee

In honor of World Refugee Day, this documentary film follows an Ethiopian refugee who provides a makeshift home for displaced cats in New York City, and the powerful story that led him there.

‘Mothers of Chibok,’ a Documentary Highlighting Women’s Resilience after the Kidnapping Crisis, Is Coming to South Africa’s Encounters Documentary Festival

Joel ‘Kachi Benson’s documentary focuses on four mothers whose daughters were kidnapped as “women bravely holding onto hope in the face of adversity.”

10 Must-Watch LGBTQ+ Films From Across Africa in 2025

These groundbreaking African films explore queer experiences with nuance and authenticity, challenging societal norms while celebrating the universal search for love and belonging.

Seni Saraki on Co-Producing New Documentary on Wizkid

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What to Watch in Africa This June

Your essential guide to African film and TV shows across the continent.

The Film Adaptation of ‘Children of Blood and Bone’ Has Just Wrapped up Shooting

The Gina Prince-Bythewood-directed film stars Thuso Mbedu, Damson Idris, Viola Davis, and more superstars, and is now scheduled for a tentative early 2027 release.

Presley Chweneyagae, Star of Oscar-Winning ‘Tsotsi,’ Passes Away at 40

The multi-award-winning actor shone in productions such as The River, Kalushi, and Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom

Akinola Davies Jr.’s ‘My Father’s Shadow’ Receives Special Mention at Cannes

The first Nigerian film to be officially selected by the Cannes Film Festival has earned praise for its emotional depth, technical brilliance, and the acting of its main trio.

The Mati Diop Cannes Win That Amplified African Cinema's Rich Legacy

The French Senegalese filmmaker’s historic Grand Prix win in 2019 marked a milestone in African cinema and inspired a new generation of filmmakers.

In His New Short Film ‘Is It War?’ Timeea Mohamed Reflects on Existence in Exile

Taking an experimental approach, the ‘Khartoum’ co-director returns to the experience and repercussions of the ongoing war in Sudan.

Black Panther: The Cultural Bridge That United Black People Everywhere

Ryan Coogler’s film connected Africa and its diaspora, portraying the continent as a sanctuary built on Black unity.

How Inua Ellams Brought African Folklore and Poetry into the ‘Doctor Who’ Universe

A long-time fan of the time-travelling hero, the acclaimed poet and playwright brought the character to Africa with emotional depth and moxie.

Sex, Secrets, and Survival: Why ‘MTV Shuga’ Still Hits Hard

Sixteen years later, the iconic drama returns to Kenya with “MTV Shuga Mashariki” exploring Gen Z’s angst and realities.

With 'My Father's Shadow,' a Pair of Nigerian Brothers Is Making Cannes History

Filmmakers Akinola Davies Jr. and Wale Davies will premiere their feature at the prestigious film festival this weekend, hoping to drive conversations around fatherhood and nationalism.

With 'Aisha Can’t Fly Away,' Morad Mostafa Opens a Different Perspective on Life in Egypt

After Ward’s Henna Party and I Promise You Paradise, the director closes his trilogy of inspecting Egyptian society through the eyes of Sudanese migrants.