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Tunisia’s The Voice of Hind Rajab Becomes the Only African Film Advancing in the 2026 Oscar Race
One African nation makes the cut. As the Oscars narrow their International Feature Film race, Tunisia stands alone on the global shortlist. Here’s why The Voice of Hind Rajab matters, and what this moment signals for African cinema on the world’s biggest awards stage. The Voice of Hind Rajab (Tunisia), Tunisia’s Official Entry for the 98th Academy Awards® for Best International Feature Film, T he only African film in the running for the Oscar Nominations - January 2026 The A

Sahndra Fon Dufe
Jan 62 min read


Omotola Jalade Ekeinde Makes Bold Directorial Debut with Mother’s Love
Source: Red Hot Concept Films After starring in over 300 films, Nollywood icon steps behind the camera for the first time Los Angeles,...

BFW Staff
May 27, 20251 min read


Lights, Camera, Cameroon! The 9th Annual CAMIFF Returns to Buea This April 21–26, 2025 | Buea, Cameroon
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Apr 7, 20253 min read


Disney Under Fire: Trump’s FCC Targets DEI Initiatives in Hollywood Shake-Up– What It Means for Black Hollywood
Disney shareholders overwhelmingly rejected an anti-DEI proposal calling for the entertainment giant to drop participation in an inclusion survey . Getty Images In a move that could have wide-reaching consequences for diversity efforts in Hollywood, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), led by Chairman Brendan Carr, has launched an investigation into Disney’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. This is part of a broader crackdown on DEI initiatives, which

Sahndra Fon Dufe
Mar 27, 20253 min read


Namibia's Dynamic Duo: A Quantum Leap for Women's Leadership and a Movie We’d love to See!
BY SAHNDRA FON DUFE Namibia becomes Africa’s first Nation with a She-President and a She-Vice Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and Lucia Witbooi, Credit | Black Film Wire In a move that feels straight out of an Oscar-winning political drama starring Viola Davis and Phylicia Rashad, Namibia just pulled off a power shift that has the world talking. On March 21, 2025, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah was sworn in as the country’s first female president , and she wasted no time making another histo

Sahndra Fon Dufe
Mar 24, 20252 min read


RMD Productions Unveils 'Radio Voice' – A Powerful Tale of Redemption and Second Chances, Coming to Cinemas April 11
Nollywood legend Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD) is set to captivate audiences once again with his latest production, Radio Voice , a gripping drama about redemption, second chances, and the weight of the past. Directed by Isioma Osaje and produced by Yolanda Okereke & Blessing Nze (@blessingjessicaobasi), the highly anticipated film is set to hit cinemas nationwide on April 11, 2025 . SOURCE: CHANNELS TV Directed by Isioma Osaje in her directorial debut, 'Radio Voice' dives

Sahndra Fon Dufe
Feb 21, 20252 min read


Celebrating Nollywood Legend Nkem Owoh (Osuofia) at 70! 🎉🎬
The legendary Nkem Owoh , fondly known as Osuofia , turned 70 on February 7, 2025, A true Nollywood icon, Owoh has entertained audiences...

BFW Staff
Feb 11, 20252 min read


FilmOne Exhibitors Showcase 2025: A Star-Studded Celebration of Cinema
The FilmOne Exhibitors Showcase 2025 was nothing short of spectacular! Held in Lagos, Nigeria , the annual event brought together...

BFW Staff
Jan 30, 20252 min read
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