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🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

From the Central African Republic to Uganda, movie buffs remember Chuck Norris

Fans across Central Africa reflect on the legacy of Chuck Norris following his passing.

Mar 21 • 11:03 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kunle Remi backtracks after AMVCA comment sparks debate

Nollywood actor Kunle Remi has clarified that his previous comments comparing the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards to the Academy Awards were meant as a joke, not to be taken seriously.

Mar 21 • 00:25 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Mo Abudu unveils ‘The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives’ new cast

Mo Abudu reveals additional cast members for the film adaptation of ‘The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives’, which will premiere globally in December 2026.

Mar 16 • 17:55 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
World

Africa: 2026 Oscars - Norway's 'Sentimental Value' Wins Best International Feature As Africa's Wait Continues (Full List)

Norway's film 'Sentimental Value' won the Oscar for Best International Feature, extending Africa's wait for a win in this category to 21 years despite a strong entry from Tunisia.

Mar 16 • 08:33 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Filmmaker hails landmark moment in African cinema

A filmmaker praises the upcoming premiere of 'AVANTE' as a significant development in African cinema, highlighting its ambitious storytelling and the collaborative efforts behind its creation.

Mar 3 • 03:09 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

"Views from Africa": cinema through the eyes of eleven African directors

The 'Views from Africa' section at the Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival showcases works from eleven African filmmakers representing various countries.

Feb 20 • 18:52 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Padel, African cinema, and irregular protection: almost 10 million euros for pro-migrant projects in the EU

The investigation continues into the European Union's funding, revealing nearly 10 million euros allocated to projects aimed at integrating migrants through sports and culture, amidst concerns over their ideological motivations and effectiveness.

Feb 19 • 16:06 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
World

Three African films in competition at the Berlinale 2026

Three African films are competing for the prestigious Golden Bear at the 2026 Berlinale festival in Berlin.

Feb 14 • 23:09 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

The Sudanese Cotton Queen: The Centerpiece of the Ottawa Film Festival

The film 'Cotton Queen' by Sudanese director Susan Mirghani is poised to be a prominent feature at the 2026 Ottawa International Film Festival.

Feb 13 • 09:30 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

The Amazons of African cinema triumph at the 4th edition of FIFF Cotonou

The 4th International Women's Film Festival in Cotonou, Benin celebrated the achievements of African female directors with a focus on their creativity and the issues faced by women on the continent.

Feb 11 • 12:20 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Moving forward, in cinema

The article discusses the film "The Blind Side," which follows an African American teenager from foster care who is taken in by a supportive family and excels in football despite academic challenges.

Feb 6 • 23:26 UTC

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