India has prevented the release of 'The Voice of Hind Rajab,' an Oscar-nominated documentary about a Palestinian girl killed in Gaza, due to concerns it could affect relations with Israel, sparking criticism over freedom of expression.
MultiChoice Talent Factory has extended its application deadline for the 2026 intake to April 27, offering aspiring African filmmakers a fully-funded 12-month training programme in film and television production.
Filmhouse Group highlights its culture of female leadership and mentorship across its cinema, production, and distribution divisions, emphasizing women's pivotal role in advancing African storytelling and industry growth.
Emmanuel Analike, CEO of NetNaija, has been arraigned at the Federal High Court in Abuja on copyright infringement charges and remanded at Kuje Correctional Centre. Bail ruling is scheduled for March 9.
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Nigerian filmmaker Olive Nwosu discusses her journey from Lagos to global film festivals, her commitment to authentic Nigerian stories, and the ethical filmmaking behind her Sundance award-winning feature 'Lady'.
Olive Nwosu's debut feature 'Lady' premiered at Sundance 2026, exploring gender politics, corruption, and survival in Lagos through a female cab driver's journey. The film won the World Cinema Dramatic Special Jury Award for Creative Vision.
Explore 'The Bluff,' Priyanka Chopra's new pirate thriller on Prime Video. The film blends home invasion tension with Caribbean piracy, featuring Karl Urban and directed by Frank E. Flowers.
Lagos has been selected as the exclusive African partner city for the 2026 'Goes to Cannes' initiative at the Cannes Film Festival, with AFRIFF curating African cinema representation.
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The Esiri brothers' Nigerian drama 'Clarissa' receives full production financing from Africa-based CANEX Creations and MBO Capital, followed by worldwide distribution acquisition by U.S. studio NEON.
Dana Eden, the creator and producer of the Emmy-winning Israeli spy drama 'Tehran,' was discovered deceased in her Athens hotel room while overseeing production of the show's fourth season. Greek police are investigating, with no initial signs of foul pla
The Esiri brothers adapt Virginia Woolf's classic 'Mrs Dalloway' into 'Clarissa,' a contemporary Nigerian film exploring love and missed destinies set in Lagos and Delta State with an international cast.
Nigeria accounts for 118 of 122 cinemas in English-speaking West Africa, according to 2025 data from FilmOne, highlighting its dominance in regional film infrastructure.
First Lady Melania Trump's documentary 'Melania' earns $7.04 million in opening weekend, setting new record for non-fiction films and exceeding all industry projections.
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Major South African cinema chains have withdrawn the documentary 'Melania' about US First Lady Melania Trump just before release, citing the current political climate amid strained US-South Africa relations.
The Davies brothers' Nigerian film 'My Father's Shadow' earns BAFTA nomination, sparking hopes for a historic win. Full list of 2026 nominees including major Hollywood contenders.
The iREPRESENT International Documentary Film Festival (iREP) has scheduled its 15th edition for March 18-22, 2026, in Lagos, featuring a strategic partnership with Ecobank Nigeria and a theme of Transformation.
Disney confirms the sudden passing of Roger Allers, the creative visionary who co-directed the classic 'The Lion King.' His legacy defines a golden era of animation. Read more about his life and impact.
EbonyLife Films leads the star-studded adaptation of Lola Shoneyin's iconic novel, 'The Secret Lives of Baba Segi's Wives,' for a December 2026 cinema release. Discover the cast and story details.
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Revisit the top moments from Bridgerton Season 3 as Netflix gears up for Season 4, focusing on Benedict Bridgerton's Cinderella romance. Premieres January 29, 2026.
HBO Max's hit series 'Heated Rivalry' is officially returning for Season 2. Get the latest on the release date, plot details from 'The Long Game', and the show's cultural impact in Nigeria and beyond.
Explore 10 films that capture the intense romance, power dynamics, and sexual discovery of Fifty Shades of Grey, from 'Secretary' to 'Fair Play'. Find your next steamy watch.
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HBO's new Westeros series, 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,' premieres January 18, 2026. Explore the Dunk and Egg story, a lighter tone, and a dragon-free adventure set 100 years before Game of Thrones.
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Femi Adebayo's film 'Agesinkole 2' grossed ₦417 million in 12 days via community cinemas, marking a strategic return to grassroots distribution and Yoruba storytelling. Discover his blueprint for success.
Nigerian, Kenyan, and South African films selected for the 2026 Sundance Film Festival spotlight new voices and stories, marking a significant moment for African cinema on the global stage. Discover the standout features.
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