Sudanese filmmakers Stories

Sudanese students find solace in Rwanda after war disrupts learning at home
Gahigi Moses  |  Aug 19, 2024

The Sudanese community in Rwanda has been growing, with students joining universities in the East African country.

Kwale-produced film 'Mvera' premieres on Netflix after Oscars nomination
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 07, 2024

"Mvera" has been acclaimed not only for its cinematic qualities and unique portrayal of coastal life and culture but also for its potential to promote...

Mo Harawe shares vision for Somali cinema and African representation at Cannes Festival
Hanifa Adan  |  May 20, 2024

Mo Harawe dives deeper into his personal journey of redefining the Somali narrative in an interview with The Deadline.

Local filmmaker showcasing Eastleigh’s positive change through power of the lens
Hanifa Adan  |  May 16, 2024

Against all odds, Iman staged his first plays addressing youth radicalisation, terrorism, FGM and gender-based violence.

Sudanese filmmakers shine light on war's 'silent problems'
AFP  |  Apr 27, 2024

The desperation from the war was highlighted at the Aswan International Women Film Festival through five Sudanese short films.

Drama festival: Teens bag top award for comedy critical of life in Northern Kenya
Yassin Juma  |  Apr 14, 2024

The students from Shimbir Fatuma Mixed Secondary School in Mandera won the Best Performing ASAL Secondary School Award.

Partnerships key to transforming Kenya's film scene- MultiChoice Kenya
Amina Wako  |  Mar 29, 2024

Data from the KFC revealed that the film industry contributed Sh38 billion to the Exchequer in 2022, underscoring its significance to the Kenyan econo...

OPINION: Film industry in Africa shifting towards impact-oriented storytelling
Nzola Miranda  |  Mar 21, 2024

The African film industry stands at the forefront of social advocacy, leveraging the power of storytelling to address pressing issues and inspire posi...

Uganda opposition leader Bobi Wine emboldened by Oscar nod
Agency  |  Mar 10, 2024

In a plot twist that would not be out of place in a Hollywood film, Wine said he was "in hiding" when he heard about the Academy Award nomination last...

Lupita Nyong'o named first black Berlinale jury chief
Agency  |  Dec 12, 2023

The Berlinale, which will run February 15-25, ranks with Cannes and Venice among Europe's top three film festivals and serves as an early annual launc...

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