Diliza Moabi

Diliza Moabi is an acclaimed film director/editor with a career spanning from Times Media Television in 1998 to prestigious companies like Gatehouse, Velocity Africa, Terraplane Digital, Quizzical Pictures, Ochre Media and many others. He has crafted groundbreaking content for South African broadcasters such as Multichoice, SABC and ETV. Beyond his remarkable contributions as a film practitioner, Diliza Moabi is a senior member of SAGE (South African Guild of Editors) and serves as a respected Co-Chairperson of the jury for the South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs). These esteemed roles exemplify his industry expertise and significant recognition, as he diligently evaluates and acknowledges exceptional South African stories in the realm of film and television. Diliza draws immense inspiration from the cultural diversity that thrives within South Africa’s cosmopolitan cities as well as arts and culture landscape. As a dedicated storyteller, his ultimate aspiration is to leave a profound and lasting imprint across all his projects, magnifying and celebrating the multifaceted tapestry of South African society & Africa at large. His passion for storytelling is fuelled by South Africa’s story, reflecting a complex history of African and Western influences. His goal is to leave an indelible imprint of cultural diversity across all his work.