DFM 2023 Project – Boy Boi (Kenya)
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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 2025

Pitch and Finance Forum

Aisha Qandicha

Aisha Qandicha

(Morocco)

Director:
Fatima Mahdar

Aisha Qandicha

Aisha Qandicha

(United States)

Producer:
Alyssa Harden

Au Nom Du Roi Njoya (In The Name of King Njoya)

Au Nom Du Roi Njoya (In The Name of King Njoya)

(Cameroon)

Director & Producer:
Claye Edou

Crocodile Dance

Crocodile Dance

(South Africa/Nigeria)

Co-Director:
Shofela Coker

Crocodile Dance

Crocodile Dance

(South Africa/Nigeria)

Co-Director:
Ingrid De Beer

Crocodile Dance

Crocodile Dance

(South Africa/Nigeria)

Co-Producer:
Nadia Darries

Kamaroza

Kamaroza

(Egypt)

Co-Director:
Ahmad Abdelhameed

Kamaroza

Kamaroza

(Egypt)

Co-Director:
Islam Mazhar

Kamaroza

Kamaroza

(Egypt)

Producer:
Nouran Abdallah

KINTUADI: SIMON KIMBANGU

KINTUADI: SIMON KIMBANGU

(Democratic Republic of the Congo)

Director:
Benny Lusakueno

KINTUADI: SIMON KIMBANGU

KINTUADI: SIMON KIMBANGU

(Democratic Republic of the Congo)

Producer:
Giresse KASSONGA

Mboudgui

Mboudgui

(Cameroon)

Director:
Bienvenu Wanso-Tissala

Mboudgui

Mboudgui

(France)

Co-Producer:
Betty Sulty-Johnson

Mboudgui

Mboudgui

(Cameroon)

Co-Producer:
Lamissa Ouattara

Nunu Rhu (The Girl With Wings)

Nunu Rhu (The Girl With Wings)

(South Africa)

Director:
Clare Louis

Nunu Rhu (The Girl With Wings)

Nunu Rhu (The Girl With Wings)

(Canada)

Co-Producer:
Sabrina Roc

Nunu Rhu (The Girl With Wings)

Nunu Rhu (The Girl With Wings)

(South Africa)

Co-Producer:
Ameera Faber

Tribe

Tribe

(Zimbabwe)

Director:
Tendayi Nyeke

Tribe

Tribe

(South Africa)

Producer:
Debbie Crosscup

Talents Durban

To be announced.

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