14th annual Silicon Valley African Film Festival - program booklet

From our Festival Director Welcome to the 14th Annual Silicon Valley African Film Festival (SVAFF). This year, we embark on a thrilling journey across the vibrant landscapes of the African continent and its diaspora, showcasing 94 extraordinary films from 38 countries. Our opening night promises to enchant with the captivating “Nakupenda” by Juma Sada of Tanzania.

As we gather for this extraordinary event, we celebrate not just the art of filmmaking but also our unwavering commitment to connecting Communities, Cultures, and Continents. Over the past 14 years, SVAFF has stood as a beacon of authenticity, illuminating the genuine stories, aspirations, and dreams of Africa and its diaspora.

In a world thirsty for fresh narratives and diverse voices, we take immense pride in presenting over 50% of our festival’s films as World or North America premieres. From the breathtaking landscapes of Botswana to the bustling streets of Brazil, from the enchanting tales of Ghana to the vibrant culture of Uganda, our festival pays tribute to the multitude of voices and narratives that compose the African creative mosaic.

As we step into this new chapter of the festival, we’ve meticulously curated a program that guarantees to captivate, inspire, and provoke our audience. Our venues will serve as vibrant hubs for profound discussions, providing a platform for cultural exchange and artistic expression that originates from the very heart and soul of Africa.

Over the years, SVAFF has transformed into a global gathering, drawing distinguished guests, tech pioneers, cinema enthusiasts, scholars, and the enduring support of our community. It is an honor to extend a heartfelt welcome to all who join us in Silicon Valley. Our collective pride in celebrating Africa’s rich heritage and its lasting contributions to entertainment and philanthropy binds us together.

Our journey, from modest beginnings to this grand celebration, has been made possible by the unwavering support of our sponsors, donors, dedicated staff, advisors, volunteers, and the exceptional filmmakers who have shared their talent with us.

As we launch the 14th SVAFF, I extend my deepest gratitude to each and every one of you for continually making this festival a reality year after year. Together, we continue to enrich our communities with the profound power of storytelling.

May this festival be a testament to the enduring spirit of African cinema.

Warm regards, Chike C. Nwoffiah Founding Director, Silicon Valley African Film Festival (SVAFF)

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SVAFF Staff DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS:

FLOOR MANAGERS:

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS:

PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS:

DIRECTOR OF STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS:

TRANSPORTATION UNIT:

CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER:

VENDOR COORDINATION:

SOCIAL MEDIA DIRECTOR:

PUBLIC RELATIONS:

AFRICA MEDIA DIRECTOR:

GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS AND PROTOCOL:

PRODUCTION MANAGER:

AUDIO VISUALS:

LOGISTICS AND ADMIN MANAGER:

VIDEOGRAPHY:

COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT:

EVENT PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY:

FASHION SHOW COORDINATOR:

OPENING NIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY:

Adolpha Cole

Julinda LeDee | Jocelyn Dubin

Yemisi Ikuomola

Concesse Nyirazikunze | Shennel Henries

Deffria Bass-Nwoffiah Gabriel Nwoffiah

Tejiri Adjekpiyede

Jesse Kube | Crystal McLaughlin | Briana Ross Shaka Bogolani | Amatula Jacobs Dami Oyefeso, Agile PR

Christelle Ngaleu

Deanna Tryon, Silicon Valley Office of Protocol

Karl Welch

Ken Davis, K-Style Productions

Kameron Harris

Chinedu G. Nwoffiah

Victoria Adjekpiyede

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR:

Bisi Adekoya

Kee Vang

Jamii Technology

Drew Altizer Photography (Sponsored by Silicon Valley Office of Protocol) CATERING:

FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR:

Chike C. Nwoffiah

JK Kitchen (West African) O’Goodys Catering (Soul food)

BOX OFFICE MANAGER:

Jessica Johnson

PROGRAM BOOKLET DESIGN:

Gabriel C. Nwoffiah, Rhesus Media Group T-SHIRTS DESIGN & PRINT:

T-Shirts for the Heart & Soul (tshirtsfortheheartandsoul.com) TROPHIES:

Handmade in Uganda by Eric Rwakoma, RAC Studioz Kampala FRONT COVER IMAGE:

The Planters Plantation | Cameroon | Official Selection of SVAFF 2023 BACK COVER PHOTO:

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October 3, 2023

Dear Friends, I sincerely congratulate the Silicon Valley African Film Festival (SVAFF) on their 14th Annual Festival.

I commend SVAFF for promoting an understanding and appreciation of Africa and Africans by celebrating the rich diversity of African cultures through the African lens. SVAFF has remained steadfast in fostering cultural literacy through post-screening dialogues and community outreach so that audiences can engage with African filmmakers on personal, local and global issues.

Once again, congratulations on this special event. I hope everyone enjoys our African community’s culture and diversity through this enriching festival.

Warmly,

Otto O. Lee Vice President Board of Supervisors

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Welcome film lovers and creatives!

As Mayor of San Jose, the capital of Silicon Valley and a region of innovation, I am honored to welcome you all to the 14th Silicon Valley African Film Festival. This event is a celebration of stories, voices, and cultures, and embodies the spirit of unity that transcends borders.

The SVAFF not only showcases the talent and creativity of filmmakers but also serves as a bridge connecting continents and cultures. It brings together visionaries and storytellers, fostering dialogue and understanding among people from diverse backgrounds.

Throughout the festival, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourselves in a world of captivating narratives, engaging discussions, and cultural exchanges. I encourage you to also explore our beautiful city, savor its culinary delights, and meet the wonderful people who call San Jose home. I hope during your visit you can experience the vibrancy, culture, and hospitality that San Jose is renowned for.

I would like to express my deepest gratitude to the organizers, volunteers, sponsors, and all those who have worked tirelessly to make this event possible. Your dedication to promoting African cinema and culture is truly commendable.

Once again, a heartfelt welcome to all the filmmakers, academics, government officials, and other international guests attending the 14th Silicon Valley African Film Festival.

Sincerely,

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City of East Palo Alto Office of the Mayor

Dear Honored Guest: It is my great pleasure to welcome filmmakers, academics, government officials, and international guests to the 14th Annual Silicon Valley African Film Festival.

This festival is a celebration of the rich and diverse cultures, stories and perspectives of Africa and its diaspora. It is also an opportunity to foster dialogue, exchange ideas and promote collaboration among people who share a passion for African cinema.

As the mayor of East Palo Alto, I am proud to support this festival and its mission to showcase the best of African filmmaking and to inspire the next generation of storytellers. East Palo Alto is a vibrant and diverse community that values inclusion, innovation and social justice. It is an honor to witness the work of some of the most talented and visionary filmmakers from Africa and beyond, and to learn from their experiences and insights.

I hope you enjoy the festival and take advantage of the many opportunities to network, learn and have fun. I also hope you have a chance to explore our beautiful region and discover its history, culture and attractions.

Thank you for being part of this festival and for contributing to its success. I wish you all a wonderful and memorable time in San Jose.

Best regards,

Lisa Gauthier Mayor Lisa Gauthier

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OPENING NIGHT FILM

NAKUPENDA

NARRATIVE FEATURE | TANZANIA RUNTIME:

95 Minutes SCREENING TIME:

Fri. Oct. 13 at 8:00 pm | Theatre Despite their families disapproving, lovers who have loved each other since childhood and separated meet in old age and awaken their feelings of love.

Juma Saada DIRECTOR

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CENTERPIECE PROGRAM ONBOARD Regional Premiere Sat., Oct. 14, 2023 4 — 6PM | Theatre OnBoard follows the evolution of board diversity from Patricia Roberts Harris in 1971 to the present day, as seen through the eyes of Black women who are making a positive difference in global corporate spaces.

Director: Deborah Riley Draper Executive Producers: Shannon Nash | Merline Saintil

POST-SCREENING DIALOGUE WITH:

Shannon Nash

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Barry Williams

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Merline Saintil

BLACK WOMEN IN TECH PANEL Lisa Gauthier serves as Mayor of East Palo Alto, having been elected to the City Council in 2012. She previously held roles as Vice Mayor in 2014, 2018, and 2022, as well as Mayor in 2015 and 2019. Gauthier is currently Senior Vice President of Inclusion & Belonging at the Silicon Valley Leadership Group, leading key policy areas. She also worked as Government Affairs Manager at Study.com. Her contributions extend to board memberships and accolades for community involvement.

LISA GAUTHIER

Shannon is Wing’s CFO, an Alphabet subsidiary, and an independent director on boards like NetScout Systems Inc. and SoFi Bank. She chairs Lazy Dog Restaurants’ Board and Audit. She advises Black Women on Boards, How Women Lead, and mentors at Santa Clara University. Shannon serves on the CalCPA Diversity Equity & Inclusion Commission. Recognized in Silicon Valley and finance, she’s legally qualified, a CPA, and on the University of Virginia McIntire School of Commerce advisory board.

SHANNON NASH

Toni Vanwinkle is VP Employee Digital Experience at Adobe. A 25year tech executive and DEI advocate, she leads diverse teams in innovation and change management for startups to Fortune 500 firms.

Recognized as DWG Digital Workplace Leader of the Year in 2019, her team also earned the CIO100 award for innovation in 2021. Toni mentors, founded Adobe’s Black Employee Network (BEN), and serves on non-profit boards like the American Leadership Forum. She’s a proud parent of four adults, two granddaughters, Dobby - her dog.

TONI VANVINKLE

Saidah Grayson Dill is the Deputy General Counsel at Cisco where she leads Cisco’s Global Employment Law and compliance team, overseeing 80,000+ employees across 100+ countries. She advises on employment law, acquisitions, litigation, compliance, investigations, and diversity. Dill ensures Cisco’s policies align legally and culturally.

She speaks at conferences on law-business intersections and has earned accolades from The Network Journal. She also holds leadership positions in professional and community associations.

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ANIMATION

Apacha

GLYCH: Trails of KIÁMÁ

Fortune Dubien Tsete Congo / 8 Mins Sun. Sun. Oct. 15 / 10:30 am / Studio 1

Somto Ajuluchukwu Nigeria / 13 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 1:00 pm / Studio 2

When turning on a television becomes a difficult task, APACHA remains determined despite everything not going as planned.

Gromonmon Laurent Pantaléon Réunion / 12 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 3:00 pm / Studio 2

GLYCH follows the journey of Princess Kiama, a wanted fugitive on Planet Zumaridi, Nuuru Galaxy. She is accompanied by her companions Obi, Reign, Miw, and Exxe as they escape the tyrannical Council and Miungu Nyekundu “the Red Gods” to restore her honor amongst the people and Kiama’s rightful place on the throne as Queen. Whilst dealing with the loss of her parents Princess Kiama must harness the rare sihiri (magic) power within her in order to face her destiny.

In La Réunion, fleeing slaves go to live free in the highlands and build a kingdom: the inner kingdom. In this place where you can meet the invisible world, they will connect with Grandma..

Kindness Right Back At You Frank Dzikunu Ghana / 7 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 11.00 am / Studio 1

Kike Laurent Pantaléon Réunion / 12 Mins Sun. Sun. Oct. 15 / 10:30 am / Studio 2

In La Réunion, fleeing slaves go to live free in the highlands and build a kingdom: the inner kingdom. In this place where you can meet the invisible world, they will connect with Grandma..

Mawuli has completed his first degree and has been job searching for three. On his way to a job interview, he runs into a stranger and shows kindness. Because of that kindness, he got his dream job.

Lil’ RED is RIDING the wrong way in the HOOD! Venus Jones United States / 8 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 3.00 pm / Theatre

This short film with a long title is a Hip Hop twist on a classic cautionary tale starts with an adventurous little boy getting lost on the wrong side of town. Childhood labor and public safety may sound like heavy topics, but they’re presented in an approachable manner in this timely and important project.

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ANIMATION

Peelings End

Road Alert

Olive Read United States / 2 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 11:00 am / Studio 2

Abisola Oladimeji Aboaba Nigeria / 5 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 3:00 pm / Studio 2

Faced with the unaPeeling war ahead of them, Peeling End tells the unexpected story of a group of young soldiers working together to concentrate on the battle ahead of them.

Road Alert is a silent 2d Cut out animation Drama short film about survival tactics versus morality in a tension-filled environment.

Road Alert follows a trip by Mr Kolegbe, a testy Lagos transporter, pressed for time to deliver a consignment in a region of reckless road users.

The Guardian Aziz & Said Bakour Morocco / 3 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 8:15 pm / Studio 2

This story teaches us that when we always consume news about other people’s problems, we never think that our problems might as well be on the trending news lists.

Utopian Imad Ghadjetti Algeria / 7 Mins Sun. Sun. Oct. 15 / 2:30 pm / Studio 1

A young man accidentally finds himself living in a utopian city; this is how he interacts with it.

Valli of Chaddos Edwin Enosakhale Irabor Nigeria / 5 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 11:00 am / Studio 1

An inquisitive young boy’s adventure takes him through a perilous terrain where he comes face to face with death.

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DOCUMENTARY FEATURE

Afro Unidad: Roots & Rebellions

Agreb Majnouna (The Guardians of Margoum)

Amir Whitaker United States / 53 Mins Sun. Sun. Oct. 15 / 12:30 pm / Studio 2

Akram Moncer Tunisia / 53 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 12:30 pm / Studio 1

Afro-descendants across eight countries reflect on their roots and culture during an international uprising. Unsatisfied with the limited knowledge about their African heritage, some participate in DNA tests to uncover ancient truths about their ancestors. Afro creatives share reflections from Panama, Jamaica, Peru, the USA, Brazil, Nigeria, Argentina, and South Africa in this documentary about unity. Music and dance across the Afro-diaspora provide a rich flavor and soundscape for the film.

Business as Usual Chinedum Iregbu Nigeria / 40 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 1:00 pm / Studio 2

Following the dealings of Mauritanian fixers ferrying migrants by sea, this film shows the human cost of irregular migration in West Africa. Interrogating the role of fixers as facilitators of the voyage across the sea as well as the casualties that occur. This film asks if they are any different from 16th century slave catchers.

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In the city of Oudhref in the north of the Governorate of Gabes, women struggle behind their looms to prove their existence and uniqueness... women there are as rare as the rain... the women of Oudhref are the incarnation of art and memory, and they are the secret of life and to survival...

Eat Bitter Pascale Appora-Gnekindy & Ningyi Sun Central African Republic / 40 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 11:00 am / Studio 2

Against the backdrop of civil war in the poverty-stricken Central African Republic, a Chinese construction manager and a local African laborer work on opposite ends of the sand supply chain to build a bank. Attempted suicide, failed coup, shutdown of sand market… as deadlines loom, unexpected twists threaten their jobs, relationships, and plans for a better life.

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DOCUMENTARY FEATURE

Homeland, A Song for Refugees

Lobola, A Bride’s True Price?

Faith Isiakpere South Africa / 60 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 2:30 pm / Theatre

Sihle Hlophe South Africa / 95 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 11:00 am / Studio 2

Homeland, A Song for Refugees is a thought-provoking documentary film that delves into the lives of refugees and their day-to-day struggles with displacement, xenophobia and the need for social cohesion. The film stars music legends, Yvonne Chaka Chaka and Sipho ‘Hotstix’ Mabuse. and is based on Neill Solomon’s epic composition developed in partnerships with the Turquoise Harmony Institute.

Filmmaker Sihle Hlophe has just gotten engaged. A few days later, her father passes away. Sihle is in a serious fix - who will receive the Lobola now that her father is no more? Sihle respects Lobola but she has reservations about the transactional, patriarchal and heteronormative elements of the practise. In an effort to learn more about Lobola before making her final decision, Sihle attends the Lobola ceremonies of three other couples.

Maka

Plant Power

Elia Moutamid Italy / 52 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 1:00 pm / Studio 1

Florence Itale Ayisi United Kingdom / 40 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 3:00 pm / Studio 2

Maka presents Geneviéve Makaping’s life in Italy and perilous migration journey. By sharing Makaping’s experience as the first Black news editor in Italy, Maka speaks out against the media representation of immigrants and offers an evocative examination of the intersection between sexism and racism in Italy.

Bristol, UK. Judith and Amrish, re-discover the healing power of plants during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown, a time marked by fear, death, upheavals, isolation, and loneliness. Judith is passionate about green spaces for communal welfare while Amrish is keen on cultivating the Bayan tree, a fig with religious and cultural significance. Through their experiences, nature, and its relationship to fostering resilience, and human wellbeing glow.

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DOCUMENTARY FEATURE

The Soul of Oja

Upstanding

Chiamaka Keren-happuch Odinenu Nigeria / 91 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 10:30 am / Studio 2

Alexandre Sibomana Rwanda / 1 Hr 10 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 6:30 pm / Studio 1

“The Soul of Oja” explores the rich history and cultural significance of the Oja, a high pitched flute made of wood that is indigenous to the Igbo people of Nigeria. Through interviews with musicians, cultural experts, and community members, the documentary delves into the origins of the instrument, its role in traditional music and cultural ceremonies, and its spiritual significance.

White Nanny Black Child

White Yet Black

Andy Mundy-Castle United Kingdom / 1 Hr 20 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 6:30 pm / Studio 2

Steven Chikosi Zimbabwe / 60 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 12:30 pm / Theatre

Between 1955 and 1990 thousands of Nigerian children were fostered by white British families, in a practice known as ‘farming’. This documentary tells the story of a group of individuals that lived through that time, uncovering the true meaning of family and identity, as they piece together fragments of a broken past and questions of belonging. Love and neglect must be faced before they can truly embrace the future.

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The discarded boy who so many believed was fated to only being able to crawl soon discovered his life’s calling ignited: Gatera would dedicate himself to learning all there was to know about creating artificial limbs. He did help others like himself, and the survivors of the Tutsi genocide so much less fortunate, to walk surefooted, stand strong and tall, and even dance.

Albinism is a condition associated with systematic discrimination in Africa, Steven Chikosi’s documentary interrogates the attitudes of Africans towards their kin, based on the color of their skin.

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2023 SVAFF

Key Highlights FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2023: 9:30AM: School program, presented in partnership with Santa Clara County Alliance of Black Educators 5:30PM: Red Carpet / VIP Reception 6:30PM: Opening Ceremonies 8:00PM: Opening Night film 11:00PM: Opening Night Party

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2023: 10:00AM: African market open all day 11:00AM: Film screenings all day 4:00PM: Centerpiece Program - Regional Premiere of the documentary film OnBoard 5:15PM: Centerpiece Program - Black Women in Tech panel 6:30PM: Film screenings continue 10:00PM: Night on the town

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2023: 10:00AM: African market open all day 11:00AM: Film screenings all day 4:30PM: African Fashion show with live performance by award winning saxophonist Olu Jazz 6:00PM: Film screenings continue 8:00PM: Closing and Awards Ceremony 10:00PM: Wrap Party

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Courtyard/Lobby

Open all day: African Market, Live performances, Networking sessions and Food vendors

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Screening Schedule

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DOCUMENTARY SHORT

“Hemina” Le Masque Dogon

Badimo Ba Mpitsa

Yaovi Fialley Mali / 12 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 6:00 pm / Studio 2

Tshepiso Lindy Oshoma Botswana / 15 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 12:30 pm / Theatre

The Dogon people of Mali, West Africa have kept intact all their traditions in its original form. Dance steps wonderfully performed by dancers during ceremonies is the subject of our documentary study. The safeguard of these cultural assets by their valuations for the future African generations became our daily newspaper.

This film explores the religion of Ancestral Callings in Botswana that has reduced in popularity for over half a century since the country’s independence . Conversations with Sangomas and Traditional Healer on their experience of this inherited faith and how they preserve it in the everchanging new age.

Behind Your Eyes

Beyond Beauty

Seif Abd Elaziz Kenya / 12 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 12:30 pm / Studio 1

Allan Kizegule Kenya / 25 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 6:30 pm / Studio 1

The film deals with the VFX industry, its development and impact on the film industry, the extent of the development of the industry in Egypt, and the global business in which the Egyptians VFX Artists were part of it.

“Beyond Beauty: The Making of Miss. Mass” is a documentary that follows the journey of Merab, a 20-year-old girl who participated in the Miss. Mass beauty pageant held annually at the Kenya Institute of Mass Communication during cultural week.

Black-Roots Peter Okojie United States / 17 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 6:00 pm / Theatre

A compelling and thoughtful documentary, sharing an African American military veteran’s journey through Nigeria’s Badagry slave port. Coined, “The Point of No Return,” walking through the same path of his ancestors.

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Climate in the Minds of Artists Aika Kirei Tanzania / 10 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 6:00 pm / Studio 2

The intriguing perspectives of artists on climate change and what it means to them.

DOCUMENTARY SHORT

CRUDE: Wentworth Community vs Big Oil Angelo Louw & Malcolm Rainers South Africa / 23 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 6:00 pm / Studio 1

This documentary details the shocking knock-on impact of air pollution caused by big oil in the South African township of Wentworth including chronic poverty, gender-based violence and epigenetic changes which make community members prone to certain illnesses.

Fear Not Annette M. King & Ivanovitch Ingabire United States / 21 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 3:00 pm / Theatre

Growing up impoverished in the Ivory Coast, Evelyne Keomian was deprived of education and slipped into schools in a culture where only boys were afforded education.

Determined to break the cycle of poverty through education, she founded the Karat School Project (KSP) in the Ivory Coast to empower the next generation of leaders.

Heritage Muhammed Bittaye United Kingdom / 6 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 11:00 am / Studio 2

“HERITAGE” is a captivating documentary that follows the remarkable story of Muhammed, a young talented filmmaker who embarks on a life-changing journey back to his homeland, The Gambia, after a decade of living in the United Kingdom.

Endurance Biniam Tefera Firdawek Ethiopia / 6 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 8:15 pm / Studio 1

Disability cannot stop Wondmagne’s dream because of his endurance and strength.

Ghetto Fist Lubeera saphina Uganda / 8 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 6:00 pm / Studio 2

Hellen Baleke, a known female boxer from the ghetto of Katanga, struggles to emerge out of a male dominated industry on her own amidst being neglected by the government.

Interception: Jayne Kennedy • American Sportscaster Safiya Songhai United States / 15 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 3:00 pm / Studio 1

A bronze-skin bombshell rocks the world of Sunday Football and network television. Millions tuned in ---but few know the tumultuous story of Jayne Kennedy, the first African-American woman to boldly intercept the rigid racial lines of American sportscasting.

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DOCUMENTARY SHORT Jonkonnu Nuh Dead

Mr Fotso

Ryan Eccleston Jamaica / 6 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 2:30 pm / Studio 2

Noumo Willy Stephane Cameroon 14 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 1:00 pm / Theatre

Jonkonnu Nuh Dead is a dream like exploration into the world of Carlton Walters’ experiences into what drew him into the world of traditional masquerade. It is one of the oldest dance forms found in Jamaica, but over the decades it has been marginalized.

The admirable story of a man who became blind and who works with his hands to provide for his family and help his village.

Panisco...

Sarra Samaali & Imed Chammakhi Tunisia / 15 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 11:00 am / Theatre

OnBoard Deborah Riley Draper United States / 40 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 4:00 pm / Theatre

During the Summer of 2020, two friends, Merline Saintil and Robin Washington, were among a few Black women who sat on corporate boards. They believed corporate diversity starts at the top, and they took on the historically white male-dominated space of America’s board rooms. Merline and Robin invited 18 women to a zoom happy hour to hatch a plan. Then, 18 months and 200 Black women later, they ignited a global movement that re-tools the boardroom’s age-old board member process and increased the presence of Black women on the boards of public and private companies, changing the landscape and thinking of Corporate America and the aspirations for generations of young women of color to come.

The Strugglers Mohamed Essam Egypt / 15 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 11:00 am / Theatre

A documentary about a group of young, talented West African men who live in Tunisia and face the illegal immigration to Europe and The problem in the New culture ...

The Rise (A Journey To Africa’s Financial Independence) David Akwara Côte d’Ivoire / 15 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 11:00 am / Studio 1

THE RISE (a journey to Africa’s financial independence) is a Pan-African documentary film, that documents the implementation of the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement, which is one of the 13 flagship projects of Agenda 2063: The Africa We Want. The documentary is aimed at following the progress of the implementation of the agreement, creating awareness as well as bridging the knowledge gap.

An inspiring story about a father and son who, after a medical mistake by a doctor, is left with both of his legs amputated.

With the support of his father, the son becomes a pentathlon world champion in 2022.

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DOCUMENTARY SHORT The Winners

Travessia

Willem Abraham De Krerk Steyler Tanzania / 13 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 12:30 pm / Studio 2

Alexandre de Freitas Maciel Brazil / 15 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 10:30 am / Theatre

A group of women entrepreneurs in Tanzania called “The Winners” are determined to eliminate poverty amongst themselves, so they form a group and start a business to support each other.

“Travessia” is a contemporary dance performance that revives the Black diaspora, from the horrors of the water-covered dungeon - the slave ship - drifting through to the present day. It has been 134 years of freedom, but Black people are still chained to many shackles in Brazil.

FASHION SHOW Sunday, October 15, 2023 4:30PM Featured designers: Lima T | Cameroon Suletnoir | Cameroon Walk To Paris by Sawali Noir | Cameroon Budding Blue | Nigeria Diba’s Wardrobe | Nigeria Twelve 19 Styles | Nigeria Uninhibited by Wenebi | Nigeria Michael Adejumo | The Gambia MSH Designs | Uganda Jon Jo Fashion | Uganda Amatula Designs | USA Fulaba - Haby Barry | USA Presented by Tesito Connection & Koneksyon

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NARRATIVE FEATURE A Golden Life

A Summer in Boujad

Boubacar Sangare Burkina Faso / 1 Hr 25 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 11:00 am / Studio 1

Omar Mouldouira Morocco / 1 Hr 20 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 1:00 pm / Studio 1

In Bantara, Burkina Faso, 16-yearold Rasmané descends more than 100 meters deep in artisanal mines to extract gold. Anxious about accidents, Rasmané makes his way in this world of fierce adults in the hope of one day becoming emancipated…

Haunted by the death of his mother, 13-year-old Karim returns to spend the holidays with his recomposed family in Boujad, Morocco. Karim followed his father Messaoud when he agreed, in exchange for a government check and after 20 years in a factory, to leave France for good.

Feeling rejected by his father who has rebuilt his life, Karim tries by all means to earn back his love.

A Warm Christmas Regina Ohiama Udalor Nigeria / 1 Hr 27 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 6:00 pm / Theatre

A Warm Christmas is a story about two siblings, Ariel and Jaden, who visit Nigeria from Canada to spend Christmas with their grandparents, along with their stepsister Zarah. Upon arriving, they experience a different way of life.

Domino Effect Freddie George Nigeria / 1 Hr 44 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 6:30 pm / Theatre

When an overly trusting couple enlist the services of a maid, they soon find themselves dealing with ordeals that rudely awakens them to the dire consequences of a long forgotten past.

Face to Face Jalaldine

Robert Peters Nigeria / 1Hr 30 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 2:30 pm / Studio 2

Face to Face is a thrilling drama that follows the story of an ambitious Uber driver, Michael Amachree, whose life takes a dramatic turn when he picks up a passenger who is his exact look-alike. As they delve into conversation, Michael realizes that their similarities go beyond physical features, and his passenger’s cautionary tale becomes a mirror of his own life.

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Hassan Benjelloun Morocco/ 1 Hr 30 Mins Oct. 11 / 1:00 pm / Studio 2

Desperately mourning the death of his wife, Jalaldine decides to isolate himself. Jalaldine, Adel and Adel’s wife, Rabia, have a common bond that will follow them forever. Each one of them, in their own way, tries to forget this painful time, but the past catches up with them with the return of Fdila who knows their secret.

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Maputo Nakuzandza

Thabang Masanabo & Ntshepe George Nkosi South Africa / 1 Hr 35 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 8:15 pm / Studio 1

Ariadine Zampaulo Brazil/ 1 Hr 5 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 10:30 am / Studio 1

Two misfits, one a spinner, the other a nerd, need each other’s services to help them fit in… She needs his driving school skills to get a driver’s license, so she can join the best car spinning team. He needs to transform into a roughneck to bag an ‘it’ girl to flex on his ex who cheated on him for being too soft. Will their goal to fit in be achieved or will life send them crashing into each other?

The sun rises in the capital of Mozambique. Young people leave a party. In the backyard, ladies start their day. A man runs, a woman arrives from a trip, a tourist goes out for a walk, a worker uses public transportation, and Maputo Nakuzandza radio announces the disappearance of a bride.

Twin Flame Bolaji Tijani-Qudus United States / 1 Hr 50 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 8:15 pm / Studio 2

The Planters Plantation Eystein Young Dingha Cameroon / 1 Hr 55 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 8:15 pm / Theatre

After the death of his parents, Siji Martin finds himself displaced to his Aunty Iyabo’s home as a “houseboy” in Lagos, Nigeria. Siji struggles to fit in with his peers at his new school who refer to him as “garbage”. Luckily, he befriends comical classmate Claxton and develops his first crush on the ever-studious Tiwa.

Set in an old west African plantation farm in the 60s.

Mr Whitkurter, a colonial industrialist, hands over Isambile Plantation to his house master, Mr Asong, father to Enanga. When the new empowered African master dies unexpectedly leaving the Plantation helm empty. A situation that sees Mr. Planter, (brother to Asong) and Enanga in a power tussle as to who will head the plantation.

When The Levees Broke Musing Derick Tenn Cameroon / 1 Hr 30 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 1:00 pm / Theatre

Under The Hanging Tree Perivi John Katjavivi Namibia / 1 Hr 30 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 6:00 pm / Studio 2

Christina Mureti, a hard to crack police officer from the city, is transferred to a small village desert town in Namibia where she uncovers a series of grizzly animal sacrifices perhaps linked to the disappearance of the villagers’ children. Then a German farmer is found hung on the same tree where Christina’s ancestors were hung a century ago during Germany’s colonial war and genocide on the Herero.

A prolific and invincible lawyer, Barrister Ngwe Fidel, finds herself muddled in one of the largest schemes in her country. Will she adhere to her legal oath, do the right thing, or yield to her passions? Her decisions unleash tumultuous carnage WHEN THE LEVEES BROKE.

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As the Cookie Crumbles

Black Windows

Aimiende Negbenebor Sela United States / 37 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 11:00 am / Theatre

Omnya Abdelwahab Egypt / 9 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 11:00 am / Theatre

When a young hopeful is suddenly dumped after he proposes to his on again off again girlfriend, he lands himself in a debate with a widow over whose loss is more painful. Through the darkness of their shared grief, however, the heartbroken man and the grief-stricken widow find grace and the metaphorical light at the end of the tunnel.

Amelia is living her life through social media and her phone screen. She imitates her friend Leila’s posts seeking a perfect life. However, will this lead her to the happiness she aspires and is Leila as happy as Amelia thinks?

Conditional Desire Slouli Houcem Tunisia / 15 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 1:00 pm / Studio 1

Choices Kameishia D Wooten United States / 13 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 2:30 pm / Theatre

Three very different friends find renewed connection as they await pregnancy results at their Los Angeles High School.

Dreams

In a society of expectations, Ahmed and Salma, two young homosexuals, marry for convenience, seeking freedom and pursuing their passions. With secret lovers representing their true identities, they navigate emotional challenges, questioning sacrifices made to preserve their secret. “Conditional Desire” explores identity, love, and staying true in a restrictive world.

Chioma Paul-Dike Nigeria / 18 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 10:30 am / Studio 1

Ebezina Ifeanyi Ezieme United States / 14 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 6:30 pm / Theatre

When a pregnant Nelo Dike moves into the ancestral home of her husband, her dreams are plagued by an angry female spirit yelling at her to leave; but Nelo’s worst nightmare is when her dreams become her reality. grieving father.

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Through spiritual encounters with a mystery man, a piano-playing boy learns a song in hopes to reconnect with his

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Father’s Day

Gone

Tumelo Lekena South Africa / 27 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 10:30 pm / Studio 2

Franco Clerc Damy Madagascar / 17 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 6:00 pm / Studio 1

Father’s Day is a short film about Alakhe—a 12-year-old boy who is raised by a single mother. Alakhe is selected to give a speech for a Father’s Day school event. He decides to go against his mother’s word and sets out to find the father he’s never met which opens a can of worms.

Miora and Tsiory are young revolted Malagasy. They do not know each other. However, their stories seem to have a common resonance.

HER: A Disintegrated Notion Grootman Lavinia Tukuhole Kapewasha Namibia / 20 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 6:00 pm / Studio 1

When she is not studying or coding, Namasiku (Siku) and her half-brother, Tangeni, work in their father’s auto mechanic workshop. Shimanza (Grootman/Big man) however, decides to sell the floundering business, throwing all their lives into turmoil.

Sikhanyisiwe Sebata Zimbabwe / 8 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 1:00 pm / Studio 2

HER - A Disintegrated Notion is a film looking to bring to light the true narrative of an everyday Zimbabwean woman. Perception plays a very big role in how women are viewed, the idea of what a woman is and what she faces in Zimbabwe is completely different from what is real and on the ground.

LE NNA Igihuku Shingiro Bora Rwanda / 14 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 6:00 pm / Studio 1

Igihuku is the story of a traumatized girl and her mother who managed to survive 1994 Genocide against Tutsi, however unfortunately, their entire family was killed in the church, massacred on the ALTAR. They live in an abandoned warehouse and the mother does nothing else but to pray and praise God as a true Christian and believer, which the young girl finds irritating.

Thato Yaone Radijeng Botswana / 26 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 12:40 pm / Theatre

A short film about a father named Thabiso, who is struggling to cope with the grief of his missing daughter, Segolame. The community and even his wife seem to suspect he had a hand in the disappearance of their beloved daughter.

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Light

Mama

Ineck Dohoué Houngbedji Benin / 3 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 2:30 pm / Studio 2

Naji Ismail Egypt / 20 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 10:30 am / Studio 1

Light just turned 13. After suffering martyrdom for years over her looks, she resolves to change everything from now. Her diary serves as last refuge to turn the page on the past and move forward.

Based on a true event, in Alexandria, Mai acts as a parent to her brother as their mom is quarantined with a deadly disease. Mai wears a gas mask while delivering food, keeping the illness hidden. As her uncle threatens eviction and demands to see her mother, Mai counts down to her 21st birthday. On the final day, she reveals the terrifying secret to her mother.

Mulika Maisha Maene DR Congo / 14 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 11:00 am / Studio 2

An ‘afronaut’ emerges from the wreckage of his spaceship in the volcanic crater of Mount Nyiragongo. As he descends into the city below, encountering the people of presentday Goma, he begins to understand what he must do to change the future for his people.

My Girl Friend Kawthar Younis Egypt / 17 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 12:30 pm / Studio 2

Desperate for intimacy, Ali follows his girlfriend’s suggestion that puts their relationship to the test.

The plan unfolds unexpectedly when gender roles become blurred.

Na Zongi

Nazara

Lauriane Almeda Angola / 7 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 6:30 pm / Studio 2

come home.

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Three individuals face obstacles while trying to find their way back home after being lost. Guided by nature and water they

Afentse Fenny Lekolwane Botswana / 24 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 2:30 pm / Studio 1

Set in modern-day Botswana, Nazara tells the story of Nazara, a young Herero woman who falls in love with a German man named Michael while studying in Germany. Despite the cultural differences and the dark history that exists between their two peoples, Nazara and Michael decide to pursue a relationship and eventually return to Botswana together.

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New Road

Oversight

Adel Khodeir Egypt / 15 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 10:30 am / Studio 2

Lorna Kidjo Canada / 16 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 3:00 pm / Studio 1

A short film...that deals with the issue of violence against women, but in a different and distinctive way - under the slogan of the expressive and up-normal school, the film discusses the issue in an expressive ..surreal way...using the distinctive pharaonic style.

Preshon Nilo Gijsbertha Netherlands / 28 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 2:30 pm / Studio 1

Ezekiel, an international student from Cameroon, struggles with student life abroad. This while navigating the mental ‘’pressure’’ of having to meet (self)expectations, failed attempts at self-expression and the urgent need to find balance through the storms of transition.

Erin, a white woman, and Farah, a young woman of color, cross paths in a laundromat. Erin realizes Farah had a questionable date in the bathroom of the laundromat earlier that night. She shares her wisdom with the young woman, only to later realize she is also linked to the bathroom events.

Second Wind Grant Eastwood United States / 15 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 8:15 pm / Theatre

Two ex-lovers reunite in Miami some years after their first and only encounter.

She’s doing well Sèt Lam Vincent Fontano Réunion / 20 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 1:00 pm / Studio 1

In an insular city’s ghetto, in the midst of a trance ritual, a young girl is paralysed by fear. She is afraid her loved ones may be hurt or even disappear. It is then that her grandmother tells her the strange tale of Edwardo, the first one of his kin to have seen and fought death. The child is captivated, feeling that there is a reason her grandmother is recounting this tale.

Ariam Weldeab Araya Eritrea / 19 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 10:30 am / Theatre

The story of an Eritrean immigrant woman who lives in the US faces a lot of obstacles and deals with major depression and other health issues. The stress of her circumstances, combined with the absence of a strong support system, took a toll on her physical well-being.

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Terra Mater

The Delectable Azeezah Sama

Kantarama Gahigiri Rwanda / 10 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 6:30 pm / Studio 1

For our land and bones. At the end of the world. Technology and waste, in our lands, our systems, our bones. Wandering our spaces, she cannot help but wonder, where is the space for healing?

Tochi Onwubiko & Orobosa Ikponmwen Nigeria / 23 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 12:30 pm / Studio 2

When her abusive partner interrupts a high-profile interview, Nigerian sweetheart and prolific superstar Azeezah Sama must put on her greatest performance yet.

The envoy of God

The Fall of Phaeton

Amina A Mamani Niger / 23 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 12:30 pm / Studio 2

A suicide bomber is chosen by chance and is subjected to funeral rites in order to accomplish the work of God. This morning the envoy of God is Fatima, 12 years old. Dropped off in a village market, wearing an explosive belt marked 10 minutes to kill the enemies of God. Fatima discovers that this is the market where her mother sells, and where she also rediscovers life.

Aurélie Filain France / 12 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 12:30 pm / Studio 1

Saint-Denis, Reunion Island.

Wilson, a teenager, lives in a working-class neighborhood.

One morning, his mother’s dog, Payanké, runs away. Using his dad’s bike, he goes looking for the dog and discovers a reality he did not seek.

The Perfect Knight The moped and the goldfinch Amir Hocine Bensaifi Algeria / 13 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 11:00 am / Studio 2

Learning of her lover’s illness, Moufida, a young woman from a village in eastern Algeria, decides to go and see him in Algiers by crossing the country on a moped. She finds herself confronted with the author of her story. A discussion between the two begins generating some tension.

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Stephané Alexandre United Kingdom / 12 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 10:30 am / Theatre

Alie is a hopeless romantic, with much emphasis on hopeless.

Her friend sets her up on a blind date in what turns out to be a surprisingly perfect night.

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The Space Between

Till death do us part

Nicole Collins United States / 19 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 2:30 pm / Theatre

Dolores Vunda Poland / 25 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 3:00 pm / Studio 1

Loyalty versus self-preservation becomes vital when ex-lovers find themselves in a chance encounter. Will they revisit the past or unburden themselves of the remnants of their destructive relationship?

Ugandan woman, Denise, fights against her husband’s will to marry a second woman. Her journey gets harder, when she finds out that she is the only one in the family standing against the law that the culture still holds.

Usiliye

We Were Meant To

Dickson Mwape Zambia / 23 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 10:30 am / Theatre

Tari Wariebi United States / 28 Mins Sun. Oct. 15 / 12:30 pm / Studio 1

In the aftermath of a brutal attack on their village by rebel groups, Tumelo along with his pregnant wife Amina, and their son Sabiti, find themselves fleeing into the forests of Bunagana village in the Democratic Replubic of the Congo.

However, their escape leads them straight into the clutches of the most dangerous rebel group in the area.

White Mirror Taj Kokayi United States / 11 Mins Sat. Oct. 14 / 6:30 pm / Studio 2

A young Black game designer comes face to face with covert racism after he’s transformed to look like a white man.

In a world where Black men have wings and their first flight is a rite of passage, Akil must defy fears, insecurities, and societal barriers while discovering his perfect launch into manhood.

You Fit The Description Davy Lazare United Kingdom / 12 Mins Fri. Oct. 13 / 8:00 pm / Theatre

You Fit the Description is a short film that flips the script on Stop & Search. Nico, a young black man, will harness the power of his community to send a message to the justice system - but at what cost to himself?

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