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First-Ever Caribbean Edition Brings Africa-Caribbean Collaboration to New Heights with Exclusive World Premiere For the first time in its 16-year history, the prestigious GUBA Awards  is expanding into the Caribbean, bringing three of Nollywood's most dynamic talents to Barbados for an exclusive world premiere screening of their highly anticipated feature film, 19 . Sola Sobowale   ( King of Boys, Netflix ), Stan Nze  ( Rattlesnake, Netflix ) and Tola Odunsi  (Director, The M

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Winifred Iguwa’s IDIA  Screens in the UK for Black History Month Ahead of AFRIFF 2025 World Premiere / Image: York Screening October 22, 2025  - IDIA , a powerful and visually striking short film by Nigerian-born filmmaker Winifred Iguwa , held a special screening in the United Kingdom as part of York St John University’s Black History Month  celebrations on October 21, 2025 , ahead of its official world premiere at the Africa International Film Festival

We all love Tiffany Haddish   for her laugh‑out‑loud energy and fearless personality. But this time, she’s letting us in on a different side of her, one filled with friendship, heart, and adventure. For four weeks, Tiffany and her closest friends are exploring Africa, creating memories that are as real as they are unforgettable. Premiering on November 13, the six-episode unscripted series follows Haddish and her three lifelong friends , Selena Martin , Shermona Long  and Spar

92 Films. 32 Countrie s. 1 Weekend.   October 9–12, 2025 | San Jose. Dr. Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde  on the Red Carpet SVAFF October 9–12, 2025 | San Jose  When Dr. Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde walked into the 16th edition of the Silicon Valley African Film Festival (SVAFF) this year, few anticipated the weekend would end with her name echoing across the auditorium not just as an icon, but as a filmmaker bridging cinema and innovation.Her directorial debut, A Mother’s Love , screened t

Getty Image When   Taraji P. Henson  makes a move, the industry pays attention, and this time, she’s doing it big. The award-winning actress, producer, and all-around powerhouse has inked a brand-new deal with   Netflix  that promises not one, but two exciting films, and yes, she’s producing them too! Academy Award nominee and Golden Globe winner Taraji P. Henson continues to soar with her latest milestone, a two-picture acting deal with Netflix. Under this new partnership, s

(In collaboration with SVAFF x Adobe) 92 Films. 32 Countries. 1 Weekend.   October 9–12, 2025 | San Jose. Rejoice Abutsa, Founder(SVAFF) Chike Nwoffiah, Tejiri Adjekpiyede, Sahndra Fon Dufe at Adobe, SVAFF 2025 October 9–12, 2025 | San Jose  CREDIT: RICE MEDIA On Thursday, October 9, 2025, the Silicon Valley African Film Festival  (SVAFF) traded its screening rooms for the glass-lined corridors of innovation at Adobe World Headquarters, a perfect  convergence of creativity an

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to put your art out into the world, this might be it. Every month,  Outlast Arts Education  puts together a love letter to creativity in the form of a curated list of grants, workshops, and contests made especially for Black and Native artists. From screenwriting to poetry, filmmaking to nonfiction, it’s a growing space where BIPOC voices are seen, celebrated, and supported. Think of it as your monthly reminder that your art deserves room to

92 Films. 32 Countries. 1 Weekend.   October 9–12, 2025 | San Jose. Founder(SVAFF) Chike Nwoffiah honors Souleymane Cisse, October 9–12, 2025 | San Jose  Asha Weal, Rice Media “Original landlords of the planet.” Chike Nwoffiah doesn’t just say it, he means it. The founder and festival director of the Silicon Valley African Film Festival (SVAFF) has spent the last 16 years pulling off what sounds, on paper, like a fever dream: an African film festival thriving in the tech capi

Nollywood is serving pure entertainment this October! From swoon-worthy romances to pulse-racing thrillers, YouTube is buzzing with new releases that fans can’t stop watching. A few September hits are still trending, but October’s lineup is bringing even more drama, emotion, and star power.  Whether you’re in the mood for something funny, messy, or full of feels, these are the Nollywood movies lighting up YouTube right now, complete with story teasers, major casts, and stream

Osas Ighodaro , Burna, Asurf Oluseyi  at 3 Cold Dishes, October 3, 2025, at Indigo O2 in London The much-anticipated 3 Cold Dishes  made its world premiere at the Indigo at The O₂ in London, earning rave reviews and signaling the arrival of one of Africa’s boldest cinematic statements of the year. Executive-produced by Grammy-winning artist Damini “Burna Boy” Ogulu (Spaceship Productions) alongside Bose Ogulu, Osas Ighodaro, and Asurf Oluseyi, the film blends star power with

AFLA 2025 | Styled By Bekee, Photography By Mark Gunter (GETTY IMAGES) Ankara Festival Los Angeles 2025 Celebrates Diversity In Style B y Sahndra Fon Dufe | Black Film Wire LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, Looking back at —The Ankara Festival Los Angeles has always been a mirror of the diaspora, but in 2025, its reflection was sharper than ever. Held at the Sunset Room Hollywood on August 31, the 16th annual showcase unfolded under the theme Unity Over Division —a theme that resonate

svaff.org Only 9 days to go before San Jose transforms into the beating heart of African cinema! The Silicon Valley African Film Festival (SVAFF 2025) is rolling out a dazzling showcase of films, red carpets, live performances, and cultural celebrations. With the official screening schedule finally unveiled, festival-goers and virtual fans can start mapping out their journey through three days of pure storytelling bliss. From red carpets to fashion shows, from powerful shorts

africafilmfinanceforum.com Something BIG is happening in Africa! Filmhouse Group  just teamed up with the Africa Film Finance Forum (AFFF)  between September 16–18 to help African filmmakers get more financial support, collaborate with others, and make sure African films are seen not just locally but also worldwide.  africafilmfinanceforum.com Before the main summit (on Sept 15th),   Filmhouse Group  and the British Council  hosted a pre-event cocktail . It was a networking s

New York, USA & Lagos, Nigeria — September 2025 — SBB Media will unveil   Her Story Global , its flagship publishing and storytelling platform dedicated to amplifying the voices of African women, with an intimate brunch and readings event in New York during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High-Level Week (23–29 September 2025). The 80th session of the UN General Assembly opens on 9 September, with this milestone year marking the UN’s 80th anniversary under the them

Credit: The gingerrr girls Picture this. Four powerhouse women in Nollywood decided not to wait for anyone’s permission. They came together, pooled their creativity, resources and vision and gave us Gingerrr . In a world where women are too often pushed to the background of the film industry, this moment feels essential. It shows what happens when women decide to back one another and create something that speaks louder than any limitation. Wumi Toriola , Kie Kie , Bolaji Ogun

The UN may host world leaders, but the real buzz this week is creativity, culture, and African innovation lighting up the city. At UNGA80, world leaders are making headlines, sure, but something even more exciting is happening just beneath the surface. Black creatives, African innovators, and cultural changemakers are taking center stage, showing the world that storytelling, art, and culture are forms of leadership all on their own. From dazzling galas and film screenings to

Africa is hitting the global music stage like never before, and Nairobi is at the heart of it. With the inaugural African Grammy Awards coming to the city, Kenya is set to make history and put the continent’s music on the world map. For decades, African music has set the global rhythm, with genres like Afrobeats, Amapiano, Bongo Flava, and Highlife captivating audiences everywhere. Now, the Grammys are coming home, and Kenya will be the first to roll out the red carpet. Presi

Anime fans in Nigeria just witnessed history! FilmOne Entertainment has set a new record with Demon Slayer, delivering West Africa’s biggest-ever anime box office opening at ₦82 million in its debut weekend. The milestone was celebrated in grand style with a buzzing community watch party at Filmhouse Cinemas IMAX Lekki, where one of the largest gatherings of anime fans in Nigeria came together. From cosplay to cheers in the auditorium, the atmosphere was electric, proof that

The Silicon Valley African Film Festival (SVAFF) returns for its 16th edition, scheduled to take place from October 9 to 12, 2025, in San Jose, California. After a milestone 15th anniversary in 2024 that honored legends like Souleymane Cissé and brought together 85 films from 38 countries, this year’s festival promises to push the celebration of African voices even further. With 92 films from 32 countries, the lineup reflects the diversity, resilience, and creativity of Afric

Image - (Late) Kobe Bryant’s Page When a network pulls the plug, even temporarily, it forces us to ask: who holds the megaphone? Who defines the boundaries of acceptable speech? And what have we lost when someone so central to late-night is silenced, however briefly? The End of an Era? When ABC suspended Jimmy Kimmel Live!  in September 2025, the news landed like a cultural earthquake. For over two decades, Kimmel wasn’t just a late-night host—he was a voice. Sometimes messy,