We’re excited to announce a partnership between Filmmart.Africa and the Durban International Film Festival (DIFF) – Southern Africa’s oldest and most prestigious film festival. As DIFF marks its 47th edition, this collaboration brings the festival experience into the digital realm, expanding its reach and fostering deeper industry connections through the Filmmart.Africa platform.
DIFF 2026: Now Available on Filmmart.Africa
Through this initiative, Filmmart.Africa continues as the primary digital companion to DIFF, offering users seamless access to filmmaker profiles, in-depth project information, curated insights, and meaningful opportunities for connection.
Partnerships like this demonstrate the transformative power of aligning platforms, institutions, and storytellers to amplify visibility and accelerate industry growth. In today’s landscape, digital tools are essential for breaking down borders and fostering the networks that drive long-term success.
Whether you are a filmmaker, producer, or dedicated cinephile, Filmmart.Africa is your gateway to engage, connect, and thrive within Africa’s evolving film community.
Sign up today at www.filmmart.africa to explore the DIFF 2026 programme, connect with fellow professionals, and access exclusive industry insights.
About Durban International Film Festival (DIFF)
Founded in 1979, the Durban International Film Festival (DIFF) is the oldest and largest film festival in Southern Africa, hosted by the Centre for Creative Arts at the University of KwaZulu-Natal. It presents over 70 screenings annually, celebrating the richness of global cinema with a special focus on African content. DIFF is an Academy Award® qualifying festival for Best Documentary, Best South African Documentary and Best Short Film.
About Filmmart.Africa
Filmmart.Africa is a dedicated online platform for Africa’s film industry. Users can:
- Explore the filmmakers Explore the filmmakers and documentary projects featured at DIFF 2026
- Discover companies, producers, and collaborators working across the continent
- Access curated industry resources and insights
- Film events and markets from Africa and around the world, including major festivals, labs, and networking opportunities
- Build connections with professionals at every level of the industry
Signing up is free and gives you full access to the DIFF showcase and the broader Filmmart.Africa network. Visit www.filmmart.africa to register.
About Durban FilmMart Institute
Durban FilmMart Institute is the business hub of the African film industry in a world where African professionals and products are globally competitive and celebrated. The mission of the Durban FilmMart Institute is to provide appropriate and effective programmes and services to promote, support and facilitate investment in the African film industry. The Durban FilmMart Institute runs year round developmental programmes and an annual market (Durban FilmMart). The DFMI is the custodian of Filmmart.Africa which is an online tool for filmmakers to connect and which we hope will enhance visibility for African content. For more information about the DFMI programmes visit www.durbanfilmmart.co.za