{"id":2826,"date":"2026-05-19T18:13:22","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T16:13:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/?p=183601"},"modified":"2026-05-19T18:13:22","modified_gmt":"2026-05-19T16:13:22","slug":"get-fame-week-africa-ready-key-dates-the-creative-industry-needs-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/myza.co.za\/events\/get-fame-week-africa-ready-key-dates-the-creative-industry-needs-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Get FAME Week Africa Ready: Key Dates the Creative Industry Needs to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"

Cape Town: FAME Week Africa is officially gearing up for its 2026 edition, and the countdown is on.<\/p>\n

Returning to Cape Town from 28 October to 1 November 2026, FAME Week Africa continues to position itself as Africa\u2019s Creative Economy Marketplace \u2014 bringing together film, television, music, fashion, animation, and digital creators with buyers, investors, platforms, and decision-makers from across the continent and beyond.<\/p>\n

With France announced as Destination Focus for 2026, this year\u2019s event is expected to deepen creative and commercial ties between Africa and France across co-production, distribution, financing, fashion, music, and cultural exchange.<\/p>\n

As the industry prepares for another major edition, FAME Week Africa is encouraging creatives, producers, studios, storytellers, brands, and industry professionals to take note of the important upcoming deadlines and opportunities now open.<\/p>\n

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION NOW OPEN<\/strong><\/p>\n

Registration for FAME Week Africa 2026 is officially open. Industry professionals are encouraged to register early to gain access to early programme announcements, matchmaking opportunities, advance meeting scheduling, networking events, and curated industry sessions designed to connect Africa\u2019s creative industries with global partners and opportunities.<\/p>\n

Early bird registration closes on 30 June 2026. Click here to register.<\/p>\n

FAME SHORTS FILM FESTIVAL<\/strong><\/p>\n

The FAME Shorts Film Festival is once again calling on emerging and established filmmakers to submit bold, original short-form storytelling for its 2026 edition. Following the success of previous years, the festival continues to grow as a platform connecting African filmmakers with audiences, industry professionals, and international buyers. This year\u2019s programme will also feature a dedicated French presence as part of the 2026 Destination Focus initiative.<\/p>\n

Submission deadline is 22 May 2026. Click here to submit<\/p>\n

PROJECT PITCH PLATFORM<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Project Pitch Platform returns for 2026, offering filmmakers, producers, and creators the opportunity to pitch feature films, series, and innovative formats directly to broadcasters, streamers, distributors, and industry decision-makers attending MIP Africa.<\/p>\n

Submission deadline is 12 June 2026. Click here to submit.<\/p>\n

INCLUSIVE LENS AWARDS<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Inclusive Lens Awards return in 2026, continuing to celebrate authentic representation and inclusive storytelling across film and television. The awards recognise projects and creators championing: Kids\u2019 Programming, Disability Representation and, LGBTQIA+ Representation.<\/p>\n

The awards are powered by EarCandy, Africa\u2019s leading content localisation provider.<\/p>\n

Submission deadline is 13 July 2026. Click here to submit.<\/p>\n

AFRICA\u2019S LEADING CULTURAL AND CREATIVE BUSINESS MARKETPLACE<\/strong><\/p>\n

FAME Week Africa brings together:<\/span><\/p>\n

MIP Africa \u2014 the continent\u2019s leading B2B content and co-production market<\/p>\n

Muziki Africa \u2014 connecting the business of music across Africa<\/p>\n

African Fashion Forum \u2014 exploring the intersection of fashion, culture, and screen industries<\/p>\n

FAME Shorts Film Festival \u2014 celebrating original African storytelling on screen<\/p>\n

As Africa\u2019s creative industries continue to evolve, FAME Week Africa remains focused on creating opportunities for African talent, stories, and IP to connect with global markets.
Africa\u2019s creative force is unstoppable \u2014 and the next chapter starts now.<\/p>\n

For more information and registration: FAME Week Africa Official Website<\/a><\/p>\n

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