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

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

Join us for the opening of FAME Week Africa 2025 and explore how the creative industries fuel economic growth. This high-impact session brings together industry leaders to spark ideas, forge connections, and kick off Africa’s premier creative business event. Don’t miss the start of something extraordinary.

Open to all FAME Week Africa badge holders

CREATIVE LEADERS' LUNCH
The Onyx 

The Creative Leaders’ Lunch at FAME Week Africa, proudly sponsored by Busara Advisors, Inc., brings together influential voices across film, TV, music, and fashion for a curated afternoon of insight, inspiration, and networking. It’s where big ideas meet bold collaboration to shape the future of Africa’s creative economy.

By invitation only

LONDON CALLING - AFRICAN PREMIERE
Ster Kinekor V+A Waterfront | 20h00

Join us for the African premiere of London Calling! After a job gone wrong, a down-on-his-luck hitman flees the UK and ends up babysitting the son of his new crime boss—teaching him the ropes of manhood in unexpected ways. Releases 15 September. Don’t miss this gritty, darkly comic thrill ride!

Limited seats | Book here

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

Globo Lunch
TBC

The Globo Lunch will reveal the company’s transformative plans for the continent—bringing innovative media partnerships, content collaborations, and expansion strategies tailored to African audiences. Join industry leaders as Globo outlines its vision for creative growth, digital platforms, and cross-border storytelling.

By invitation only

THE INCLUSIVE LENS AWARDS
MIP Africa Theatre 1 | 17h00-18h30

The Inclusive Lens Awards honour creators who champion diversity and inclusion on screen. Celebrating storytellers who break boundaries and reflect the richness of human experience, these awards spotlight voices that challenge norms, inspire change, and bring underrepresented perspectives to the forefront of Africa’s creative industries.

Open to all FAME Week Africa badge holders

FILM SCREENING: And She Didn't Die
The Labia Theatre | 18h00-20h00

And She Didn’t Die  tells the story of Lauretta Ngcobo, from rural South African storyteller to revolutionary courier, political exile, and celebrated feminist writer. Directed by her daughter, Kethiwe, it’s a moving exploration of struggle, resilience, and the enduring power of storytelling to preserve legacy and inspire change.

Tickets: R90 | BOOK HERE

NETFLIX PRODUCERS' BREAKFAST
Desmond Tutu Foundation

The Producers’ Breakfast is a morning of networking, insights, and celebration hosted by Netflix. Over a delicious breakfast, producers connect with leading creatives, explore emerging industry trends, and exchange strategies. It’s the perfect setting to spark meaningful conversations and collaborations that shape the future of African storytelling.

By invitation only

TOURISM & FILM KZN MIXER
The Rockefeller Hotel

The Tourism & Film KwaZulu-Natal Mixer is a vibrant closing celebration of MIP Africa, bringing together industry professionals for an evening of networking, culture, and connection. Set against a backdrop of KwaZulu-Natal’s rich storytelling heritage, this mixer blends film, tourism, and hospitality to spotlight KZN as a creative destination.

By invitation only

FAME SHORTS FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS
Radisson Red

The 2025 FAME Shorts Film Festival Awards celebrate 31 standout short films from Africa and its diaspora. This special evening honours the visionary filmmakers whose stories moved audiences and sparked dialogue—recognising bold voices, powerful narratives, and the very best of African short-form cinema. A night of pride and cinematic brilliance.

By invitation only

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

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.

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.

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.