KAP-SOPA Bootcamp Graduates 20 Filmmakers in Oyo State

The KAP-SOPA Pan-African Filmmaking Bootcamp, hosted by Kunle Afolayan Productions (KAP) at its Film Village in Oyo State, concludes this week with the graduation of 20 young Beninese filmmakers. The three-day event, taking place from September 17 to 19, marks the end of a 12-week filmmaking program jointly organized by KAP Film and Television Academy and the Government of Benin through its audio-visual agency, SOPA.

The program included four weeks of theoretical training in Cotonou, followed by an eight-week practical production residency in Nigeria. Graduates will premiere original short films produced during their residency.

The gathering will feature industry leaders such as Abderrahmane Sissako, Femi Odugbemi, Keith Shiri, and Virginie Besson-Silla, promoting professional exchange and discussions on the development of the African film industry. Kunle Afolayan stated that the initiative aims to create a unified African filmmaking community.

Additionally, KAP Group will unveil ITAN, The Screen Gathering and Awards, an annual Pan-African film conference set to launch in 2027.