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African stories by African filmmakers. Challenging narratives and putting the power of storytelling in the hands of African talent.
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Compiling a dictionary of click-based words, Claudia works to save her grandmother’s dying San, or Bushman, language in South Africa. Watch the film: https://t.co/nJntTg8uxt
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A Kenyan man’s fascination with the idea of space travel and one day, maybe, getting to Mars. Watch the film: https://t.co/dm2tMNVY2g
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Urban musician and DJ Asmae Youness meets traditional Ahwach singers in rural Morocco for a creative musical union. Watch the film, Echoes of Unity: https://t.co/LY4E76jLwS
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Sepo Kawana is a creative force, designing and creating fashionable wares, making music and promoting local products in Zambia. Watch the full documentary, A Dream Worth Chasing: https://t.co/2CBhTICpS4
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Mary Ofre and her local women’s group play an important part in protecting the Afi forest in Nigeria’s Cross River State from illegal logging. Watch the film: https://t.co/uQGbWlVkPp
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A historical and personal tour of Bo-Kaap in South Africa, where descendants of slaves became a diverse community. Watch the film, From the Cape: https://t.co/gEsIaRXsD7
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Meet Okyeame, the interpreter and messenger for the king of the Akyem Abuakwa kingdom in Ghana’s Eastern Region. Watch the film: https://t.co/mNvmrNNXgf
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“We are on a mission of building the first 'Disneyland' for science in Africa.” A passionate educator in Tanzania believes in teaching science through play. Watch the film: https://t.co/x31CsRm53J
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Three generations of female rugby players advocate for the sport for women in Dakar, Senegal. Watch the film: https://t.co/qxYlQxmjzq
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“For me, Taala represents all African knowledge.” Malian artist Ousmane Sarre learns the traditionally female-crafted Taala leatherwork to connect to his own work. Watch the film: https://t.co/8SZAXJFpnW
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Rania traces stars at the Oukaimeden observatory in Morocco’s mountains and shares their beauty with villagers below. Watch the film for more: https://t.co/H2jjhn8YoB
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An advertising executive during the day and a heavy rocker by night, Ted celebrates the metal community rocking Nairobi. Watch the film: https://t.co/5X8Ic0Uu9T
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Metal waste from the sea bed is a source of income for Bruno – but mainly he loves the peace he finds under the water. Watch the film for more: https://t.co/CgtOlbrg6b
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Sustainability is the basis of Deborah’s bee business and approach to biodiversity. Watch the film for more: https://t.co/Qv8wnJLkwv
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A Sierra Leonean musician creates his art from the sounds he finds all around him. Watch the full film: https://t.co/76dV3fW48Z
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The hopes and dreams of Sarah Apew, training to become a boxing champion against the odds. Watch the full film: https://t.co/lXZZBvtbiu
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From aquaphobe to sea bird conservationist, Priskilla Nghaangulwa had to reinvent herself on the seas off Namibia. Watch the film: https://t.co/nBcsesefps
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Conservation pilot Daniel Zuma protects the beautiful Kasigau Corridor in Kenya. Watch the film: https://t.co/WviNiUBReD
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Congratulations to filmmaker @saintonios, whose captivating film 'The Bat Couple' won the prestigious 'Best Nature/Wildlife Film' award at the Cannes World Film Festival. 🏆🦇@bigworldcinema
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A father-son duo attend to the old colonial Fort of Medine in Mali, preserving history and passing on a legacy. Watch the film: https://t.co/0LO3rzrI8j
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Township residents in Cape Town, South Africa, have turned a disused public space into a food forest for the community. Watch the film: https://t.co/TuVQduSjfC
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