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‘My Father’s Shadow’ Producer Funmbi Ogunbanwo Headlines Inaugural African Producers Accelerator Program (EXCLUSIVE)


Big World Cinema and Bertha Foundation are launching the African Producers Accelerator, a 12-week program tackling regional industry barriers.

The prestigious pilot initiative, developed by South Africa’s Big World Cinema in collaboration with the Bertha Foundation, aims to tackle persistent industry barriers faced by mid-career African film and television producers. The APA seeks to enhance companies’ sustainability, project development, funding strategies and international distribution by fostering a collaborative network that supports producers long-term. “This pilot edition of the African Producers Accelerator reflects a commitment to long-term, producer-centered development that complements existing industry programs by offering personalized and sustained support,” said Tamsin Ranger, partner at Big World Cinema.

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