AFRIFF
This is AFRIFF 2024 detailed Industry Sessions with venues and timing.
Opening Day - Sunday, 3 November 2024
The Palms
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Daytime Onsite Registration
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Daytime Onsite Accreditation
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Opening Night Premiere: by Invitation only from 6.00 PM in another venue
Day 2 | Herbert Day | Monday, 4 November 2024
Theme: Celebrating the late Herbert Wigwe's contributions to tech, art, and education
Introductory Speech by: Yvonne Olomu
THE PALMS - AFRIFF HUB
Panel 1
10.15 -11.15 AM
Financing the Future: Investing in Film for Global Prosperity
Objective: Explore how investing in film can contribute to global economic growth, social development and cultural enrichment.
Panelists
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PAC Capital
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Afreximbank
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Chapel Hill Denham
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Bank of Industry,
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MBO Capital
Moderator: Michael Ndiomu, Filmmaker | Founder, Marturion Media Limited (Nigeria + Canada)
THE PALMS - AFRIFF HUB
Panel 2
11.30 AM -12.30 PM
Cultural Wealth to Global Prosperity: Film as a Catalyst for Economic Development
Objective: Explore how art contributes to economic growth and soft power.
Panelists
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Pape Boye, Media Production and Sales Vet | Former Co-MD, Versatile (France)
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Baba Agba, Special Assistant to the President on Creativity, Fed. Min. of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy (Nigeria)
Moderator: Femi Odugbemi, Filmmaker, Media Scholar, Creative Entrepreneur | Founder & CEO, Zuri24 Media (Nigeria)
THE PALMS - AFRIFF HUB
Panel 3
1.00 PM - 2.00 PM
Cinema for Change: The Role of Film in Shaping Social Narratives
| Powered by HOW Foundation
Objective: To harness the transformative power of cinema to shape inclusive social narratives, challenge harmful stereotypes, and promote empathy-driven social change, ultimately contributing to a 25% increase in positive social attitudes and behaviors among diverse audiences worldwide, with a focus on marginalized community.
Panelists:
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Fifehan Osikanlu, Social Impact Strategist | Founder & Principal, Eden Venture Group (Nigeria)
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Yvonne Victor-Olomu, Programme Director & COO, The HOW Foundation (Nigeria)
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Yibo Koko, Director General /CEO, Rivers State Tourism Development (Nigeria)
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Hamisha Daryani Ahuja - Actress, Executive Producer, International Speaker (Nigeria/India)
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Marian Ogaziechi, CEO, Dentsu Agyle Nigeria (Nigeria)
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Adebowale Adebayo, Actor, Thespian (Nigeria)
Moderator: Emmanuella Daniel, Lawyer (Nigeria)
THE PALMS - AFRIFF HUB
Panel 4
2.15 PM - 3.15 PM
Tech Innovation and Skills Development: Cultivating the Next Generation of African
Filmmakers
Objective: To explore how advancements in technology can address the skills gap in African cinema, while empowering and nurturing the next generation of filmmakers..
Panelists:
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John Imah, Founder & CEO, SpreeAI (USA)
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Brenda Fashugba, Regional Lead, Creative Economy SSA & Head of Arts Nigeria, British Council (Nigeria, Sub-Saharan Africa)
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Mide Falegan, Partnership Manager, Music and Culture, Google Sub-Saharan Africa (Nigeria, Sub-Saharan Africa)
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Daniela Elstner, Director General, UNIFRANCE (France)
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Akin Jones, Co-Founder & CEO, Aella (Nigeria)
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Ody Akhanoba, Head, SME Development, AFREXIMBANK (Nigeria)
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Olumide Shoyombo, Co-Founder, Bluechip Technologies (Nigeria)
Moderator: Ikechukwu Obiaya, Dean of the School of Media and Communication, Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos (Nigeria)
THE PALMS - AFRIFF HUB
Fireside Chat
4.00 PM - 5.00 PM
Conversation with John Boyega
Profile: John Adedayo Bamidele Adegboyega known professionally as John Boyega, is a British actor and producer of Nigerian descent. He first rose to prominence in Britain for his role as a teenage gang leader in the comedy horror film Attack the Block (2011), and had his international breakthrough playing Finn in the Star Wars sequel trilogy films The Force Awakens (2015), The Last Jedi (2017), and The Rise of Skywalker (2019). He received the BAFTA Rising Star Award in 2016, and the Trophée Chopard at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival. Boyega portrayed Leroy Logan in Red, White and Blue, as part of Steve McQueen's anthology series Small Axe (2020), for which he won a Golden Globe Award.[1] He has since starred in the historical action film The Woman King (2022) and the mystery film They Cloned Tyrone (2023).
Moderator:
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Fela Oke, Talent Manager | Founder, Hyphen8 Global (Nigeria + UK)
Day 3 | Co-Production Day | Tuesday, 5 November 2024
Theme: Exploring the opportunities, benefits, and challenges of international and intra-African co-production
THE PALMS - AFRIFF HUB
Panel 1
10.15 -11.15 AM
Global Co-Productions: Bridging Cultures and Markets and Success stories
Objective: Explore how co-productions between African filmmakers and international partners can create culturally rich and commercially viable films.Highlight on some Success stories.
Panelists
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Lene Børglum, Producer, CEO, Space Rocket Nation (Denmark)
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Francis Nebot, President, iFIND (France)
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Axel Guyot, Writer, Producer | Black Armada (France)
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Asurf Oluseyi, Cinematographer, Producer | Creative Director, Surf Films (Nigeria, France)
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BB Sashore, Screenwriter, Film Director | Co-Founder, Nemsia Films (Nigeria)
Moderator: Ronya Man, Actress, Producer, Acting Coach | Founder, Ronya Man Arts, RMA Productions (Nigeria)
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Panel 2
11.30 AM -12.30 PM
Funding and Financing Co-Productions: Unlocking Opportunities
Objective: Provide insights into the various funding and financing options available for co-productions, both within Africa and internationally.
Panelists
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Pape Boye, Media Production and Sales Vet | Former Co-MD, Versatile (France)
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Jean-Marie Laronze, TV Producer, CEO, MONDE ET MEDIA TV (France)
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Denis Cougnaud, Film Producer | General Manager, Araucania Films (France)
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Filson Ali, Producer, Founder, Camera X (Somalia + Sweden)
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Representative, AFREXIMBANK
Moderator: Prudence Kolong, Founder, Yanibes Foundation } AfroCannes | AfroBerlin, (France)
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Panel 3
1.00 PM - 2.00 PM
Above the Line vs Below the Line: Navigating Talent Representation in Co-Productions
Objective: To explore the key differences in representing Above the Line (ATL) and Below the Line (BTL) talent in co-productions, focusing on challenges, opportunities, and ensuring fair collaboration across
international and intra-African film projects.
Panelists:
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Amaechi Uzoigwe, Creative Executive | CEO, Portfolio Africa. Co-Founder, Definitive Juice Runners. (Nigeria + USA)
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Kem Anyanwu, Founder, Kemystery Global. Co-Founder, The Making of Black Britain (UK)
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Caprice Crawford, Founder, Crawford Talents (USA + Germany)
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Fela Oke, Talent Manager | Founder, Hyphen8 Global (Nigeria + UK)
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Andrew Cutrow, Co-Founder, Chief Business Officer, Manager, 3Point0 Labs Inc. (USA)
Moderator: Winifred Okpapi, Film Producer| CEO, The Grid Management (Nigeria)
THE PALMS - AFRIFF HUB
Panel 4
2.15 PM - 3.15 PM
Co-Producing for Global Recognition: Tactics for Oscar Success
Objective: To explore how co-productions can elevate African films for global recognition, focusing on strategies for successful collaborations and positioning African cinema for Oscars success.
Panelists:
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Stephanie Linus, Actress, Film Director, Philanthropist (Nigeria)
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Dennis Ruh, Former Director, European Film Market (EFM / Berlinale), Board Member, Seriesly Berlin (Germany)
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Victor Okhai, President - Directors Guild of Nigeria (Nigeria)
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John Njamah, Actor, Producer, Director (Nigeria)
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Funmbi Ogunbanwo, Lawyer, Partner, Fatherland Media (Nigeria)
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Babatunde Apalow0, Writer, Producer, Director (Nigeria + UK)
Moderator: Chioma Onyenwe, Producer, Founder, Raconteur Productions (Nigeria)
Day 4 | Animation Day | Wednesday, 6 November 2024
Theme: Exploring the burgeoning field of animation in Africa and its potential to tell unique stories, preserve culturalheritage, and achieve global success
THE PALMS - AFRIFF HUB
Panel 1
10.15 -11.15 AM
Animating the Future: Iwaju and the Evolution of African Storytelling
Objective: To explore Iwaju as a groundbreaking collaboration in African animation, highlighting its unique
African storytelling, cultural roots, and how partnerships with major studios like Disney can amplify African narratives globally.
Panelists
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Femi Branch, Actor, Director, Producer, Statesman (Nigeria)
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Bisola Aiyeola, Actress, TV & Radio Personality, Founder, Brown Girls Magic (Nigeria)
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Olufikayo Adeola, Co-Founder, Kugali Media, (Nigeria + UK)
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Hamid Ibrahim, Co-Founder, Kugali Media (Nigeria + UK)
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Toluwalakin Olowofoyeku, Co-Founder, Kugali Media (Nigeria + UK)
Moderator: Adebimpe Adebambo, Creative Lead, Adebimpe Adebambo Productions (Nigeria)
THE PALMS - AFRIFF HUB
Simultaneous Panel
11.00 AM - 12.00 PM
The Role and Place of Faith-Based Films in Mainstream Media
Objective: To explore strategies for effectively distributing and exhibiting faith-based films to wider audiences, leveraging various platforms and networks.
Panelists:
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Kemi Adesoye, Writer, MultiChoice (Nigeria + UK)
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Tolu Lord Tanner Awobiyi, Director, Producer, Founder, LordTanner Studios (Nigeria)
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Pastor Emmanuel Iren, Preacher, Gospel Singer, Founder, Celebration Church International (Nigeria)
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Laju Iren, Philanthropist, Founder, Have You Eaten (Charitable Organization) (Nigeria)
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BB Sasore, Screenwriter, Film Director, Founder, Nemsia Studios (Nigeria)
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Kene Okwuosa, Group CEO, FilmHouse Group (Nigeria)
Moderator: Shawn Faqua, Actor (Nigeria)
THE PALMS - AFRIFF HUB
Panel 2
11.30 AM -12.30 PM
Financing and Marketing African Animation Projects + Comic Republic Demo
Objective: Provide insights into the various funding and financing options available for co-productions, both within Africa and internationally.
Panelists
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Roye Okupe, Author & Founder, YouNeek Studios, (Nigeria + USA)
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Agnes Soyode-Johnson, Co-Founder, & Group CEO, Limitless Studios, OmoBerry (Nigeria)
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Jide Martin, Group CEO, Comic Republic (Nigeria)
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Lynn Bou Malham, Head of Development of Federation Middle East Africa Caribbean (MEAC) (France),
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Betty Sulty-Johnson, Founder, Producer, Habebos Studios (France)
Moderator: Ebuka Ude, Film Producer, Director of Partnerships, AFRIFF (Nigeria)
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Panel 3
1.00 PM - 2.00 PM
Animation as a Medium for Cultural Expression and Education: Animating African Folklore, Bringing Traditional Stories to Life
Objective: Explore the potential of animation as a tool for cultural expression and education.
Panelists:
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Obi Asika, Director-General, National Council for Arts and Culture (Nigeria)
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Ferdinand Adimefe, Co-Founder/CEO - Magic Carpet Studios (Nigeria)
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Chekwube Okonkwo, Co-Founder, Magic Carpet Studios (Nigeria)
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Godwin Akpan, Concept artist and Art Director, Lion Forge Animation (Nigeria)
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Niyi Akinmolayan, Film Director, Founder / Creative Director, Anthill Studios (Nigeria)
Moderator: Adebimpe Adebambo, Creative Lead, Adebimpe Adebambo Productions (Nigeria)
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Panel 4
2.15 PM - 3.15 PM
Global Gaming Success in Nigeria: The Road to International Markets
Objective: Discuss strategies for African gaming and animation studios to achieve global success, with a focus on appealing to both African and international audiences.
Panelists:
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Hugo Obi, Founder, Maliyo Games (Nigeria)
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Michael Oscar Esio, People / Program Coordinator, AfricaComicade (Ghana)
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Ukeme Okuku, Co-Founder & CEO (Head Hypeman) · GamicHQ (Nigeria)
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Bukola Akingbade, Founder and CEO - KuchezaGaming (Nigeria)
Moderator: Ebuka Ude, Film Producer, Director of Partnerships, AFRIFF (Nigeria)
Day 5 | Television Day | Thursday, 7 November 2024
Theme: Exploring the evolution and impact of television in Africa, and its role as a powerful medium for storytelling, cultural expression, and industry growth.
THE PALMS - AFRIFF HUB
Panel 1
10.15 -11.15 AM
Local Production for Global Appeal - DSTV Showcase + DSTV in conversation with African Film and TV Professionals
Objective: Discuss strategies for creating TV content that appeals to diverse audiences.
Discussion Points: Cultural authenticity, global appeal, success stories.
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The role of cultural authenticity in making African TV content globally appealing.
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Balancing local narratives with universal themes.
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Success stories of African TV shows that gained international acclaim.
Main Panelist: Busola Tejumola, Executive Head, Content & Channels, West Africa, MultiChoice (Nigeria)
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Panel 2
11.30 AM -12.30 PM
Innovative Formats and Genres: The Future of African Television/Distribution Challenges
Objective: Discuss the emerging trends, formats, and genres in African television and how they are shaping the future of the industry.
Panelists
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Shaibu Husseini, CEO, Nigeria Film & Video Censors Board (Nigeria)
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Charles Novia, Founder / CEO, TEEN Africa TV & November Productions (Nigeria)
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Tajudeen Adepetu, Group MD/CEO, Group8 (Nigeria)
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Ayo Animashaun, Founder/Executive Producer HipTV & The Headies (Nigeria)
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Agatha Amata, CEO, Rave TV (Nigeria)
Moderator: Akah Nnani, Actor, Producer, Brand Ambassador, Mykano (Nigeria)
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Panel 3
1.30 PM - 2.30 PM
Producing TV shows and series: Challenges & Solutions
Objective: Explore strategies for attracting new audiences and revitalizing African television. Examine how television can address and raise awareness of critical social issues in Africa.
Panelists:
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Victor Sanchez Aghahowa, Head of Production, West Africa · MultiChoice Group (Nigeria)
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James Omokwe, Founder / CEO, Feemo Vision (Nigeria)
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Uche Ikejimba, TV Producer/Project Manager, Outsource Media (Nigeria)
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Dimbo Atiya, Director, Producer (Nigeria)
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Akin Salami, Founder, UN1TY/OH Networks, CEO, AV Consultants (Nigeria)
Moderator: Hero Daniels, Actor, TV & Media Personality (Nigeria)
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Panel 4
3.00 PM - 4.00 PM
Pan-African Distribution Networks: Expanding the Reach of African TV and Cinema
Objective: Explore strategies to expand the reach of African films continentally and globally.
Panelists:
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Guy Murray-Bruce, President, Silverbird Group (Nigeria)
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Kene Okwuosa, Group CEO, FilmOne Group (Nigeria)
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Christopher Gray, Director, Theater Development, IMAX Corporation (United States)
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Bárbara Trugillo, Superintendent of Market Development and Sector Articulation, Sao Paulo Audiovisual Company (Brazil)
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Representative, Nile Group Distribution:
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Wangi Mba-Uzoukwu, CEO, Stitch Media (Nigeria + UK)
Moderator: Opeyemi Ajayi, President/CEO Cinemax Distribution & Chairman CEAN (Nigeria)
Day 6 | Afro Unity Day | Friday, 8 November 2024
Theme:Celebrating and fostering Pan African collaboration across the diverse cultures and film industries around the world.
THE PALMS - AFRIFF HUB
Panel 1
10.15 -11.15 AM
A Tapestry of Stories: Celebrating Africa’s Rich Storytelling Traditions
Objective: Explore how diverse narratives contribute to a unified Pan-African identity.
Panelists:
Ruth Nkweti, Actress, Producer (Cameroon)
Bohang Moeko, Actor (South Africa)
Dami Elebe, Screenwriter (Nigeria)
Samira Vera-Cruz, Film Director, Producer, Actress (Cape Verde)
Moderator: Bola Agbaje, Playwright (Nigeria + UK)
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Panel 2
11.30 AM -12.30 PM
Cross-Continental Collaborations: Strengthening the Black Film Ecosystem
Objective: Discuss the benefits and challenges of cross-continental collaborations in film.
Panelists
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Stephanie Tum, Actress (Cameroon)
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Paul Garnes, CEO, Array Productions (USA)
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Juliet Yaa Asantewa Asante, CEO, National Film Authority of Ghana (Ghana)
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Tom Pinheiro, Filmmaker, Founder of Ori Image & Sound Produçions (Brazil)
Moderator: Isioma Idigbe, Partner, Punuka (Nigeria)
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Panel 3
1.30 PM - 2.30 PM
Fashion in African Cinema: Defining an African Identity
Objective: This panel explores the dynamic relationship between African fashion, cinema, and cultural identity. Industry experts discuss how Nollywood films showcase African fashion globally, opportunities for
collaboration between filmmakers and designers, and the rise of fashion merchandising in African cinema.
Panelists:
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Yolanda Okereke, Costumer Designer (Nigeria)
- Mai Atafo, Fashion Designer, Founder, Mai Atafo Brand (Nigeria)
- Daniel Obasi, Art Director, Designer, Photographer (Nigeria)
- Ugo Mozie, Fashion Designer, Founder Aston Mozie (Nigeria)
- Bolaji Animashaun, Fashion Designer (Nigeria)
Moderator: Latasha Ngwube, TV & Media Personality (Nigeria)