The Women in Film and TV Africa Conference will return on September 16 at Landmark Event Centre, Lagos, as part of the Africa Creative Market (ACM).
The second edition is hosted by the Forum for Women in Film and TV Nigeria (FWIFT Nigeria) in partnership with Women in Film and TV Africa and Women in Film Los Angeles.
Last year’s conference, which was the first edition, held on September 18, 2024, at the same venue, featured Nigeria’s minister of art, culture and creative economy Hannatu Musawa, Alison Richards of Noni Movies, FWIFT Nigeria president Joke Silva, Fatou Jupiter of WIFT Senegal, Ego Boyo of Temple Productions and filmmaker Mildred Okwo.
It focused on amplifying female voices, broadening African storytelling and building collaborations across borders.
Organisers say this year’s turnout could reach 1,500 delegates from Africa, Europe and the United States, almost double the first edition’s attendance.
Themed “Creative Bridge: Empowering Talent, Accessing Ecosystems, Unlocking Markets!” the conference will cover finance, policy, co-productions, distribution and global market access.
“This is more than a conference – it is a movement. We are building the networks and systems needed for African women to thrive locally and globally,” said veteran actress and FWIFT Nigeria president Joke Silva.
“At Women in Film and TV Africa, we are building an empowered continental network that connects women to real opportunities, financing, mentorship, and global collaboration. This conference is a reflection of that commitment,” said Dr Inya Lawal, president of WIFT Africa and founder of ACM.
Andria Wilson, director of international programmes at Women in Film Los Angeles, added: “We are proud to support this growing network of women leaders across Africa’s screen industries. This conference is a powerful platform to build bridges between our global chapters and help drive meaningful change.”
Highlights for this year include keynote speeches, workshops on film finance and policy advocacy, networking with festival founders from Les Taranga Film Festival, Afro Cannes, Afro Berlin and the African Pavilion, as well as curated showcases, pitching sessions and discussions on narrative equity.
On September 17, the inaugural Women in Film and TV Africa Awards and Gala Night will honour trailblazers in the industry with 300 guests.
ACM runs from September 16 to 19 and also features events in music, fashion, technology and entrepreneurship.
Last year’s edition included conversations on co-productions between Nigeria and South Africa and explored legal frameworks for the creative sector.
