Indigenous to Global 

Cultural Wealth to Global Prosperity

The Africa International Film Festival in 2024 

The Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) is thrilled to announce its 13th edition, which will take place from November 3 to 9, 2024, in Lagos, Nigeria. This year's theme, “Indigenous to Global: Cultural Wealth to Global Prosperity,” underscores the festival's continued dedication to championing African stories that resonate across the globe.

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AFRFF Founder and Festival Director, Chioma Ude, has announced Michael W. Ndiomu's highly anticipated crime thriller, HEADLESS, as the official opening night film. This selection, aligning with the 2024 theme, is set to further demonstrate the powerful connection between local African narratives and their global appeal. In a statement about the festival, Chioma Ude remarked, "African filmmaking is evolving at an incredible pace, with Nigeria at the forefront of this renaissance. This year’s edition is designed to highlight the vast opportunities for African films and storytelling to stay true to its cultural wealth to reach global audiences.

Through films like HEADLESS, we aim to inspire our storytellers to explore creative ideologies and techniques that connect with a global audience." Ms Ude announced that the festival will feature 150 films from across Africa and the Diaspora, complemented by keynote industry discussions and high-profile networking events. These activities will feature renowned speakers and facilitators from around the world, offering unparalleled opportunities for collaboration and growth in the African film industry.