African Cinema: The Work Behind the Picture

Watch the presentation by Samantha Biffot, Director, Jérémie Kessler, Director of European and International Affairs at CNC, Marie Lora-Mungai, African Creative Industries expert, Abderrahmane Sissako, Director and Mehret Mandefro, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Realness Institute, on Agora Innovate at Africa Forward | Inspire & Connect, an event co-organised by Bpifrance. This panel discussion highlights the critical need for a robust, locally-driven African film industry, emphasizing that sustainable growth requires a combination of accessible training, local infrastructure, and increased regional financing. Experts and filmmakers discussed the launch of the new Fund for African Producers (FAPA) and the importance of professionalizing the sector through residencies, studios, and better access to African cinematic heritage. Ultimately, the participants advocate for a shift toward African-led production models that empower local talent to retain creative control and build a self-sustaining ecosystem. This summary was generated by AI. #AfricaForwardIC Follow us on : LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/bpifrance-international/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/bpifrance/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/bpifrance X : https://x.com/bpifrance Tiktok : https://www.tiktok.com/@bpifrance Bluesky : https://bsky.app/profile/bpifrance-officiel.bsky.social Find out more about Africa Forward I Inspire & Connect, an event co-organised by Bpifrance, Business France and Proparco, under the High Patronage of the President of the French Republic, Emmanuel Macron, and the President of the Republic of Kenya, William Ruto, bringing together decision-makers and entrepreneurs to discuss concrete solutions for Africa: from the energy transition to AI, via green industrialisation, sustainable agriculture and healthcare : https://www.af-inspire-connect.com/ You can also attend other conferences dedicated to co-industrialisation, co-investment and innovation at our event : https://big.bpifrance.fr/ To register : https://big.bpifrance.fr/fr/registration/formulaire-d-inscription