Enver Samuels

Role at the 2026 DFM Event:

Panellist

Bio

Enver Samuel of EMS Productions is a multi-award-winning director and producer known for powerful storytelling and commitment to justice and mentorship. His latest project, Truth Be Told, is a documentary series exploring unresolved cases from South Africa’s historic Truth and Reconciliation Commission. The series highlights the lack of accountability for apartheid-era crimes. Enver’s earlier works include films about anti-apartheid activists Ahmed Timol and Murder in Paris, the assassination of Dulcie September, which sparked renewed calls for justice. Beyond filmmaking, Enver nurtures emerging talent through lecturing, mentoring and serving on boards. He has conducted numerous masterclasses on archive, documentary filmmaking, funding and development, sharing his expertise with others. Through his creative work and mentorship, Enver shapes the South African documentary landscape, using film for truth-telling and transformation. His dedication to justice and mentorship inspires a new generation of filmmakers. He is Hub member of the African Transitional Justice Research Coalition and recent juror for the International Emmy Awards.

Company

EMS Productions

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