by design@afda | Sep 28, 2026 | Alumni, Film School, Learning Staff, News
AFDA – The No. 1 School for the Creative Economy – is proud to be the official Education Partner of the Soweto Film Market, which hosts the Soweto Film Festival from 2–4 October 2026. The partnership brings together education, industry and African storytelling,...
by design@afda | Sep 28, 2026 | Alumni, Film School, News
What began with two young filmmakers shooting township and rural weddings in Tlhabane, Rustenburg, has grown into OM Films, a Johannesburg-based production company working across film, television, commercials, music videos and branded content. Founded as a brand in...
by design@afda | Sep 9, 2026 | Film School, News
The African entertainment industry is experiencing a massive shift, and standing firmly at the wheel is AFDA alumnus Paul Buys. With over two decades of groundbreaking work spanning international award-winning films, gripping streaming series, and massive unscripted...
by design@afda | Aug 31, 2026 | Film School, News
AFDA Durban is celebrating another exciting festival achievement, with three student films showcasing the depth, diversity and creative ambition of its filmmaking talent at the Power24 International Film Festival, held in Durban from 21–23 August 2026. The selection...
by design@afda | Aug 25, 2026 | Alumni, Film School, News
AFDA alumnus Mandla N’s Black Brain Pictures has grown from a South African production company into a major force in African film and television, creating stories that resonate with audiences locally and around the world. For AFDA alumnus Mandla Ngcongwane, better...
by design@afda | Aug 17, 2026 | Alumni, Film School, News
For AFDA alumni Adam Thal and Tristan Holmes, filmmaking has never been simply about making content. It is about ambition, craft, collaboration and the relentless pursuit of great storytelling. Their success through The Star Film Company along with third partner Tebza...
