AFRIFF 2026 to Celebrate African Cinema in Lagos

The Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) has announced its 15th edition, set to take place in Lagos, Nigeria, from November 1 to 7, 2026, under the theme “Frames of the Future: Africa’s Creative Intelligence.” The festival aims to celebrate the imagination, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit shaping African cinema and the broader creative industry. The program will feature 130 films, industry conversations, masterclasses, networking opportunities, and the Africa Film & Content Market (AFCM).

Chioma Ude, the AFRIFF Founder and Festival Director, stated that this anniversary edition would honor the individuals and ideas transforming African storytelling. Shuaib Husseini, Director-General of the National Film and Video Censors Board, representing the Minister of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy, reaffirmed the government's support for Nigeria's creative industries.

The festival will open with "Lady," directed by Olive Nwosu, and close with "It’s the Blackness," directed by Hakeem Kae-Kazim.