MICRO DRAMA PITCHING

As short-form, mobile-first storytelling continues to transform the global entertainment landscape, FAME Week Africa, in partnership with Story Oasis and Media Valley, is proud to launch Africa's first Micro Drama Pitching Competition.

We're searching for Africa's next generation of writers, directors, producers and storytellers with bold, original ideas for the rapidly growing micro drama market.

Micro dramas—highly engaging, bite-sized scripted series designed for mobile viewing—have become one of the fastest-growing entertainment formats globally, attracting millions of viewers and creating exciting new opportunities for creators, platforms and brands.

If you have an idea that can captivate audiences in minutes, we want to hear it.

SUBMIT YOUR PITCH

WHY ENTER?
Six finalists will be selected to pitch their projects live during FAME Week Africa 2026 before a panel of leading industry professionals.

Rather than offering a cash prize, the competition is designed to help transform great ideas into production-ready content.

The winning project will receive:

Story development support from experienced story consultants, including a two-hour consultation, written forensic story notes and guidance on micro drama story structure.
One full day's access to Media Valley's 450m² Sound Stage, including lighting, LED Volume and professional video editing facilities.
A one-year Writers' Guild of South Africa (WGSA) membership.
Exposure to broadcasters, platforms, producers and investors attending FAME Week Africa.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUBMIT?
Your submission must include:

A two-page concept document
A five-page pitch deck
Team biographies
A statement of intent

You will need to be able to pitch in person at FAME Week Africa.

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