Chioma Ude Honored at Dhofar International Film Festival

Chioma Ude, the founder of the Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF) and the Africa Film and Content Market (AFCM), was honored at the Dhofar International Film Festival in Oman, organized by the Oman Film Society. She received an award recognizing her global contributions to the film industry.

Ude served as Head of Jury for Short Films, leveraging her expertise in African cinema and film festivals. Her visit fostered discussions on cultural exchange and collaboration between Nigeria, Oman, and the broader African film industry.

This connection originated from a meeting with Ahmed Othman, an Omani film professional, leading to his participation as a jury member at AFRIFF and AFCM in November 2025. Ude's engagement included interactions with Anwar bin Khamis Al Ruzaiqi, Chairman of the Oman Film Society, and Egyptian actress Bushra Ahmed Razza, enhancing ties between African and Middle Eastern film professionals.

The 15th edition of AFRIFF is scheduled for 1–7 November 2026 in Nigeria.