1-6 September 2025
CTICC 2, Cape Town, South Africa

NETWORKING AT FAME

NETWORKING AT FAME

At FAME Week Africa, tailor-made sessions elevate networking opportunities, providing a more personalised and focused experience. These sessions are meticulously curated to match attendees with like-minded industry professionals, potential partners, and key decision-makers based on their specific interests and business objectives. Engage in career-changing conversations through in-booth meetings, exclusive parties, breakfasts, lunches, and thought-leadership events. These dynamic interactions offer unparalleled opportunities to forge meaningful connections, explore collaborative ventures, and gain insights from industry leaders.

With FAME Week Africa you can expect even more vibrant and impactful networking moments, reflecting the rich diversity and innovation of the African entertainment industry. Seize this chance to expand your professional network and drive your business forward in an exciting, global context.

SUNDAY, 31 AUGUST 2025

SUNDAY, 31 AUGUST 2025

NOLLYWOOD NIGHT
Hotel Sky

FAME Week Africa’s Nollywood Night is a thrilling celebration of Nigeria, our country of honour, taking centre stage! Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring a world premiere from FilmOne Studios, one of Nigeria’s top production companies. Expect glitz, glamour, and an electrifying showcase of Nollywood’s finest talent and storytelling!

By invitation only

MONDAY, 1 SEPTEMBER 2025

MONDAY, 1 SEPTEMBER 2025

OFFICIAL OPENING
MIP Africa Theatre 1 | 08h30-10h00

Join us for the opening of FAME Week Africa 2024 and discover how a strong creative industry can drive economic growth during our opening session. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to connect with industry leaders, explore new possibilities, and be part of Africa’s premier creative industries event. 

Open to all FAME Week Africa badge holders

TUESDAY, 2 SEPTEMBER 2025

TUESDAY, 2 SEPTEMBER 2025

THE AFRICAN WOMEN IN ENTERTAINMENT BREAKFAST
Mount Nelson

The African Women in Entertainment Breakfast offers an essential platform for women from across Africa and the globe to connect, inspire, and support each other professionally. The breakfast aims to empower women, encouraging collaboration and mentorship, and providing an environment for personal and professional growth. 

By invitation only

THE INCLUSIVE LENS AWARDS
MIP Africa Theatre 2 | 17h00-18h30

The Inclusive Lens Awards celebrates and elevates voices that enrich our screens and lives through diversity and inclusion. These awards recognise creators, storytellers, and innovators who break traditional boundaries and showcase the breadth of human experience. 

Open to all FAME Week Africa badge holders.

TASTES + THREADS
SPYCED | 18h30-22h00

This immersive runway-meets-dining experience invites guests to indulge in a curated Cape Malay menu while models weave between tables, showcasing bold, contemporary collections from Africa’s freshest designers. Set to the soulful sounds of live jazz and wrapped in an atmosphere of artful ambiance, the evening blurs the line between performance and plate, style and story.

TICKETS: R1 300 incl. VAT

WEDNESDAY, 3 SEPTEMBER 2025

WEDNESDAY, 3 SEPTEMBER 2025

NETFLIX PRODUCERS' BREAKFAST
Desmond Tutu Foundation

Netflix invites producers to join them for a morning of networking and celebration at the Producers’ Breakfast. Gain valuable insights into the latest trends and strategies over a delicious breakfast. Connect with some of the industry's biggest names, and start your day with meaningful conversations and potential collaborations.

By invitation only

FAME SHORTS FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS
Radisson Red

This special event marks the official awards ceremony of the 2025 FAME Shorts Film Festival. Celebrating 31 powerful short films from across the continent and its diaspora, the evening honours the filmmakers whose stories captured hearts and sparked conversation. These awards applaud the visionaries behind these unforgettable works and recognise the very best of African short-form cinema.

By invitation only

 

THURSDAY, 4 SEPTEMBER 2025

THURSDAY, 4 SEPTEMBER 2025

WESGRO FILM TOUR
Various sites

Wesgro invites you to embark on a film tour, exploring breathtaking locations and visiting top studios in Cape Town. Gain insights into filming in the Mother City and discover why it’s a preferred destination for filmmakers. Experience the vibrant pulse of the local film industry and see what makes Cape Town truly unique.

By invitation only

FAME SHORTS FILM FESTIVAL
The Labia Theatre | 16h00-20h00

The 2025 edition of the FAME Shorts Film Festival features 31 films from filmmakers from across the continent and its diaspora. Over three captivating days, experience powerful short films that explore resilience, fear, connection, and defiant desire—through the eyes of underdogs, the depths of nightmares, the complexities of family, and the raw pulse of rebellion.

FRIDAY, 5 SEPTEMBER 2025

FRIDAY, 5 SEPTEMBER 2025

FAME SHORTS FILM FESTIVAL
The Labia Theatre | 16h00 | 18h00

The 2025 edition of the FAME Shorts Film Festival features 31 films from filmmakers from across the continent and its diaspora. Over three captivating days, experience powerful short films that explore resilience, fear, connection, and defiant desire—through the eyes of underdogs, the depths of nightmares, the complexities of family, and the raw pulse of rebellion.

SATURDAY, 6 SEPTEMBER 2025

SATURDAY, 6 SEPTEMBER 2025

FAME SHORTS FILM FESTIVAL
The Labia Theatre | 12h00 | 14h00 | 16h00 | 18h00

The 2025 edition of the FAME Shorts Film Festival features 31 films from filmmakers from across the continent and its diaspora. Over three captivating days, experience powerful short films that explore resilience, fear, connection, and defiant desire—through the eyes of underdogs, the depths of nightmares, the complexities of family, and the raw pulse of rebellion.