After Ward’s Henna Party and I Promise You Paradise, the director closes his trilogy of inspecting Egyptian society through the eyes of Sudanese migrants.
This month’s guide introduces Ramadan’s hit shows and eases you into the summer season with Egyptian and Moroccan comedies.
In this special edition of our monthly watch guide, we recommend the most exciting Ramadan shows coming out of Egypt this year.
In this groundbreaking documentary, a civil servant, a tea lady, a resistance committee volunteer, and two street boys from Sudan’s war-torn capital share their stories in search of freedom.
Our selection includes three newly-released films, a classic Romeo-and-Juliet retelling, as well as several popular and well-received films in recent years.
The fly-on-the-wall documentary follows a soldier and his commander as they help turn a militia into a military government. Nash’at hopes that it will reignite policymakers’ sense of responsibility towards the Afghan people.
From Oscar-nominated documentaries to socio-political drama, this guide has you covered for January cinema visits in Egypt, Tunisia and Morocco, and Arabic movie nights everywhere else.
This streaming and cinema guide is for those who don’t like to spend their holidays watching endless Christmas movies.
From the magic of friendship to the spirits of 1001 nights, this month’s guide invites you into Egyptian and Moroccan worlds.
October pulls you into the stories of chefs, cops and aliens in North Africa.
The Emmy-winning Egyptian filmmaker’s debut feature 'Perfumed With Mint' premiered in North America at the Toronto International Film Festival, days after being first unveiled at Venice Critics Week.
Travel back in time to 20th century Egypt, or learn about societal taboos through this month’s film recommendations.
The films in this month’s watch guide take you from Morocco’s snowy Atlas Mountains to sunkissed Atlantic surfers, all the way to Egypt’s Mediterranean coast and into its extremist religious circles.
Learn about North Africa’s socio-political dynamics and histories by following the intimate family stories featured in this month’s guide.
Here’s your guide to the region’s best comedies, thrillers, documentaries and action movies this month of June.
From coming-of-age dramas, to comedy, to thriller, to epic space opera, this list has a bit of everything you can watch in North Africa this May.
A mixed bag of new releases and overlooked gems from Egypt, often referred to as the Hollywood of North Africa.
Each year, Egypt releases its best shows during Ramadan, the Islamic month of fasting.
This month’s streaming and film guide highlights exciting new releases from Uganda and Kenya, showcasing the latest must-watch films and series from East Africa.
For over 30 years, the Kenyan icon has shaped media, mentored stars, and stayed ahead of the curve. His latest role in Showmax’s “Chocolate Empire” proves he’s not done.
How a Tanzanian filmmaker's collaboration with the Hadzabe people is redefining impact-driven documentary at Geneva's prestigious human rights film festival.
This month’s streaming and film guide features exciting new releases from Kenya and Tanzania.
Eight years in the making, 'How to Build A Library' follows the restoration of the storied McMillan Library and the dynamic women leading the charge.
This month’s streaming and film guide features exciting new releases from Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
From festive romances to family dramas, these must-watch African Christmas films bring diverse cultures, heartfelt moments and holiday cheer to your screen this season.
This December guide features shows and movies from Tanzania, Uganda and Kenya.
This month’s guide features shows and movies from Uganda and Kenya.
This October guide features shows and movies from Ethiopia and Kenya.
With Subterranea, the award-winning director of Supa Modo delves into the psychological effects of isolation in a groundbreaking sci-fi production.
This September guide features TV shows and movies from Uganda and Kenya.
This August guide features TV shows and movies from Ethiopia and Kenya.
This month’s guide features TV shows and movies from Ethiopia, Uganda and Kenya.
The film explores the influence of China on the continent through the story of a Chinese industrial park’s expansion in a dusty farming town in Ethiopia.
The Kenyan American writer, whose docudrama ‘African Queens: Njinga,’ received twelve nominations in the Daytime Emmys this year, discusses her craft, authenticity in storytelling, and upcoming projects.
We spoke to Kenyan wildlife director Faith Musembi about daring to let your voice be heard and her work on the Angela Bassett-narrated seven-part series, Queens, premiering March 4th.
Nominated in the Best Documentary Feature Film category, Bobi Wine: The People’s President and Four Daughtersare the only African representation at the 2024 Academy Awards.
In this feature-length directorial debut, the South African filmmaker goes back in time to move forward, unraveling a frail relationship between mother and daughter.
With her feature documentary debut, director Nyasha Kadandara tells a powerful story of one man’s search for healing in a country still reckoning with its past.
For OkayAfrica’s April TV and films guide, we have some reality television, some eye-catching documentaries, and a sci-fi feature film.
The actor opens up about his journey from Netflix's ‘Blood & Water’ to sharing the screen with A-list stars.
Eight unmissable shows and films exploring identity, love, and power across Southern Africa.
Universal International Studios partners with local production house Barkers Media to bring the beloved retail comedy to South African audiences.
For January’s movie and TV guide, we have animated content from Zimbabwe, some exciting picks from the forthcoming Joburg Film Festival, and more.
In this month’s movies and TV guide for Southern Africa, we have a sci-fi thriller, a documentary on the life of South African photographer Ernest Cole, and more.
“30 Years of the New South Africa” is part of the packed ADIFF 2024 schedule, with over 80 films from more than 20 countries.
Tabby McTat, directed by Jac Hamman and Sarah Scrimgeour, won the International Emmy for Kids: Animation, marking the second straight year an animated film directed by South Africans has won the award.
South Africa's brightest in film, TV and digital content shine at the award show, with fan favorites like ‘Skeem Saam,’ ‘Savage Beauty’ and ‘Heart of the Hunter’ taking top honors.
In this month’s guide, we have a sci-fi thriller, a documentary on the life of South African photographer Ernest Cole, and more.
The period drama, ‘Shaka iLembe, ’based on the life of King Shaka Zulu, scoops a record-setting 12 wins at the South African Television Awards.
This month, we have comedy, historical drama and a hip-hop documentary celebrating Cape Town giants Brasse Vannie Kaap.
Renate Stuurman returns as Princess, the lead character who is now reevaluating her near-perfect life.
2023 breakout series ‘Shaka iLembe’ leads the nominees’ list with 17 nods.
This month, we have reality television, a law drama and a music concert, to get you into the zone.
Having recently received a grant to help them pursue their latest projects, the women behind Blended Films production company share their highs and lows.
The acclaimed director's ‘Black Tea’ will be screening at this year’s New York African Film Festival in May.
Nigerian actors Adesua Etomi and Stella Damasus, who voice some of the characters in Iyanu, say the series is important for authentic representation.
From thrilling comedies to powerful documentaries, West African filmmakers deliver compelling narratives of courage, friendship, and redemption this month.
Top industry names like Kunle Afolayan and Omoni Oboli show how YouTube can give Nigerian films new life and unprecedented viewership.
Known for visual compositions that stay on the mind long after they've finished playing, Obiajulu wants to leave viewers feeling something.
The actor has led several contemporary Nigerian romance classics, earning the reputation of a generational heart-throb. Now, he is ready to take the wheels.
Cissé was the first African filmmaker to win the Cannes Grand Jury Prize, for his 1987 seminal masterpiece, ‘Yeleen.’
The show, based on a graphic novel created by Roye Okupe’s Youneek Studios, is set to premiere on Cartoon Network, Max and Showmax between April and June.
Nigerian filmmaker Lolo Eremie explores the Egyptian origin of a beloved fairytale in her award-winning feature film now showing at cinemas nationwide.
Inspired by his own journey of rage and healing, Simon Moutaïrou honors the resistance and bravery of enslaved people under French colonial rule.
This month of love, cozy up to these incredible romance, comedy and even horror titles from Cote d’Ivoire, Ghana and Nigeria.
The filmmakers behind the short film explore the power of joy and community as a way to amplify the worrying state of cervical cancer amongst women in Nigeria.
This month’s list of what to watch brings together exciting films and television series from Nigeria, Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana.
The veteran filmmaker and ‘Lisabi’ director explains why the obstacles to Nollywood’s critical growth are primarily economic.
This season of ‘The Real Housewives of Lagos’ features three new cast members, a returning character and a range of themes that offer a layered side to well-known personalities.
The rom-com tells a moving and hilarious holiday story of lost love and second chances with Lagos at its center.
By breathing new life into a well-loved franchise, the Nigerian filmmaker has made a sure blockbuster with her upcoming film 'Everybody Loves Jenifa.'
Despite Netflix's denial, persistent rumors of scaling back in Nollywood is sending waves of uncertainty through Nigeria's entertainment industry.
The filmmaker masterfully weaves together colonial cruelty, Western callousness, the singular power of music, and women’s role in revolutions.
Halfway through the year, African filmmakers have given us plenty of memorable, and award-winning films.
The Cameroonian filmmaker uses her documentary skills to create her first fictional feature, Mambar Pierrette, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival this week.
He’s a force in the music world, and with the premiere of his narrative feature at the world’s most popular film festival, Baloji hopes he’ll be seen as a filmmaker to be reckoned with, too.
Back for its 76th edition, the grande dame of film festivals features a healthy crop of African films on offer, both in and out of competition.
On Wednesday, streaming powerhouse Netflix announced that it is expanding the scope of its operations in Africa.
The festival, which is run by the American Film Institute, has a crop of outstanding, must-see African films on offer this year.
Hollywood star Jada Pinkett Smith and British-Nigerian actor Adesuwa Oni join forces to bring Netflix's 'African Queens: Njinga' to life.
The Cameroon-born director's film, 'Our Father, The Devil,' which is up for a Film Independent Spirit Award, makes its African debut at FESPACO later this month.
The Jada Pinkett Smith produced series starts with legendary Angolan Queen Njinga.
From established names to ones we've yet to become acquainted with, directors from the continent and the diaspora have much to offer in the coming year.
From personal family documentaries to science fiction tales, this year gave us a rich offering of titles made by filmmakers from the continent and the diaspora.
The renowned Film Africa 2022 will kick off its UK-based event with the premiere of the award-winning film Our Father, The Devil.
Young new filmmakers are emerging and more African films are being welcomed by the biggest film festivals around the world. Here are the standout African movies of 2022 so far.
From lesbian love stories to documentaries about South African queer love, here is a list of LGBTQ+ films to watch for Pride month.
We sat through all of the African originals commissioned, produced or distributed by Netflix and bring you a list of the very best titles.
While this isn’t an exhaustive list of the films screening, here’s a lineup of interesting African titles showing at this year’s New York African Film Festival.
If there's a Mahamat-Saleh Haroun film shooting in Chad, Achouackh Abakar Souleymane will find a way to be in it. But the actress hopes to see more directors making movies in her home country.