DFM 2023 Project – Boy Boi (Kenya)
Producer: Shadrack Munene, J. Njogu Macharia and Director J. Njogu Macharia
Animation@DFM
DFMI Supports Animation
The growth and development of animation in Africa is one of the key forces for change in the film industry.
Animation serves as a powerful tool for cultural expression and storytelling, allowing African creators to convey their unique narratives, traditions, and perspectives to a global audience. This contributes to the preservation and celebration of diverse African cultures.
The animation industry has significant economic potential, providing employment opportunities and fostering entrepreneurship within the continent. As the sector expands, it can attract investments, create jobs, and contribute to the overall economic development of African countries.
The Durban FilmMart Institute has identified the significant growth of animation in the continent and have therefore identified areas in which the DFMI could add value – creating visibility for animation projects globally, attracting investment into the sector by connecting animators with key decision makers, providing platforms for skills development and partnering and connecting with stakeholders in the industry to strengthen the impact of animation on the continent.
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For more information about how DFMI supports animation
DFMI Animation Programmes
Find out more:
Animation Cohort at DFM 2024
Pitch and Finance Forum
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Jay Fly
(South Africa)
Producer: Nosipho Maketo van den Bragt
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Jay Fly
(South Africa)
Director: Tiaan Franken
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Monster Nanny
(South Africa, Zimbabwe)
Producer: Kaya Kuhn
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Monster Nanny
(South Africa, Zimbabwe)
Director: Tafadzwa Hove
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Oarona
(South Africa)
Co-Producer: AJ Pitre
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Oarona
(South Africa)
Co-Producer and Director: Thandiwe Mlauli
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R.E.M. (Rapid Eye Mystery
(Egypt)
Producer: Ahmad Abdelhameed
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R.E.M. (Rapid Eye Mystery
(Egypt)
Co-Director: Ahmad Thabit
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R.E.M. (Rapid Eye Mystery
(Egypt)
Director: Mahmoud Hemeda
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The Legend of Hyena Man
(Tanzania)
Producer: Mathew Valerian
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The Legend of Hyena Man
(Tanzania)
Co-Director: Elshadye Berhanu
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The Legend of Hyena Man
(Tanzania)
Co-Director: Joshua Faber
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The Legends of Bulan
(Nigeria)
Producer: Ferdinand Adimefe
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The Legends of Bulan
(Nigeria)
Director: Azubuike Joseph Duru
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Uli & Tata’s African Nursery Rhymes
(Kenya)
Producer: Sarah Mallia
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Uli & Tata’s African Nursery Rhymes
(Kenya)
Director: Chief Nyamweya
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Unseen
(South Africa)
Producer: Annemarie du Plessis