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Rwanda’s Muhire wins special award at AAIFF Africa festival

Alice Umutesi
Monday, September 16, 2024

Methode Muhire, a Rwandan filmmaker and film student, has been honored with the Rwandan Students Special Award for his short film, ‘D.A.D (Dawn After Darkness)’, at the just-concluded 2024 All African Independent Film Festival (AAIFF Africa).

The festival, held from September 13-15 at the French Institute of Rwanda, showcased 23 films from 17 countries competing across 10 categories for 16 awards, with the top accolade being Africa’s Best Independent Film 2024.

Muhire, the only Rwandan filmmaker who won an award at the festival … Lean more

Africa’s independent film festival debuts in Kigali

Alice Umutesi
Saturday, September 14, 2024

The All African Independent Film Festival (AAIFF Africa) is making its debut in Kigali, running from September 13-15 at the French Institute of Rwanda.

AAIFF Africa features 23 films from 17 countries, competing in 10 categories for 16 awards, with the highest honor being Africa’s Best Independent Film 2024.

As the sister event to the European Independent Film Festival (ÉCU) in Paris, which has been … Learn more

Understanding film contracts in the context of IP rights.

Hello friends,

As filmmakers, it is important for us to understand the intricacies of contracts especially when it comes to intellectual property (IP) rights. Maintaining ownership or a stake in our creative work significantly impacts our success in the industry.

In East Africa, there’s a growing trend … Lean more

All African Independent Film Festival 2024 to be Held in Kigali, Rwanda

By Staff Writer Published July 11, 2024

The inaugural All African Independent Film Festival (AAIFF) is set to take place in Kigali, Rwanda, from September 13 to 15, 2024.

The festival, which promises to be a landmark event, will be held at the French Institute in Kigali and will feature a diverse array of independent films from across the African continent.

The AAIFF will commence … Learn more