Alkebulan Film Festival: A Celebration of Pan-African Cinema in Harare

Next September, the Alkebulan Film Festival will make its grand debut in Harare, Zimbabwe, offering a one-of-a-kind platform to celebrate the richness of Pan-African cinema. This annual event is more than just a film festival—it’s a unique fusion of film, music, and social interaction that brings together filmmakers, artists, and audiences from across the continent to showcase Africa’s most diverse and impactful stories.

Celebrating African Stories, Unity, and Pride

At the heart of the Alkebulan Film Festival is a commitment to uplifting African voices and stories. Each film screened is told by Africans, for Africans—ensuring that our narratives are authentically represented and celebrated. Through the power of cinema, we’ll explore the vast range of African experiences, cultures, and perspectives, building a shared sense of unity and pride.

Exciting Competitions and Grand Prizes

One of the festival’s highlights is the film competition, where filmmakers will compete in various categories for the chance to win a grand prize. Whether you're an emerging director or an established filmmaker, this competition offers a unique opportunity to showcase your work to an enthusiastic audience and gain significant exposure. Film submissions are open until April next year, so get your projects ready and join us in celebrating African storytelling at its finest!

Beyond Film: Music and Live Performances

While cinema takes center stage, the festival goes beyond just films. Attendees can look forward to live music performances, featuring talented African artists, as well as exclusive film premieres that will be shown for the very first time. This blend of film and music creates an immersive cultural experience that fosters community engagement and social interaction.

A Pan-African Experience

The Alkebulan Film Festival travels across the continent, with events held annually in different African cities. Harare will host the next edition, but if you can’t make it this year, don’t worry—this celebration of African creativity will be coming to a city near you soon. Every edition of the festival leaves a lasting cultural impact, providing African filmmakers with the platform they deserve and exposing audiences to the power of African storytelling.

So, whether you're a filmmaker, artist, or passionate supporter of African cinema, mark your calendar for September in Harare and get ready to experience the best of Pan-African cinema, live performances, and cultural exchange

Come celebrate the African story, unity, and pride with us at the Alkebulan Film Festival!