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African stories by African filmmakers. Challenging narratives and putting the power of storytelling in the hands of African talent.

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Township residents in Cape Town, South Africa, have turned a disused public space into a food forest for the community. Watch the film: aje.me/ADgarden

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A father-son duo attend to the old colonial Fort of Medine in Mali, preserving history and passing on a legacy. Watch the film: aje.me/ADmedine

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Congratulations to filmmaker Simpa Saint Samson™, whose captivating film 'The Bat Couple' won the prestigious 'Best Nature/Wildlife Film' award at the Cannes World Film Festival. 🏆🦇Big World Cinema

Congratulations to filmmaker <a href="/saintonios/">Simpa Saint Samson™</a>, whose captivating film 'The Bat Couple' won the prestigious 'Best Nature/Wildlife Film' award at the Cannes World Film Festival. 🏆🦇<a href="/bigworldcinema/">Big World Cinema</a>
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From aquaphobe to sea bird conservationist, Priskilla Nghaangulwa had to reinvent herself on the seas off Namibia. Watch the film: aje.me/birds

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Metal waste from the sea bed is a source of income for Bruno – but mainly he loves the peace he finds under the water. Watch the film for more: aje.me/m-sea

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An advertising executive during the day and a heavy rocker by night, Ted celebrates the metal community rocking Nairobi. Watch the film: aje.me/LYT

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Rania traces stars at the Oukaimeden observatory in Morocco’s mountains and shares their beauty with villagers below. Watch the film for more: aje.me/AD-skies

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“For me, Taala represents all African knowledge.” Malian artist Ousmane Sarre learns the traditionally female-crafted Taala leatherwork to connect to his own work. Watch the film: aje.me/taala

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“We are on a mission of building the first 'Disneyland' for science in Africa.” A passionate educator in Tanzania believes in teaching science through play. Watch the film: aje.me/AD-science

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Meet Okyeame, the interpreter and messenger for the king of the Akyem Abuakwa kingdom in Ghana’s Eastern Region. Watch the film: aje.me/AD-Interpreter

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A historical and personal tour of Bo-Kaap in South Africa, where descendants of slaves became a diverse community. Watch the film, From the Cape: aje.me/AD-cape

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Mary Ofre and her local women’s group play an important part in protecting the Afi forest in Nigeria’s Cross River State from illegal logging. Watch the film: aje.me/AD-afi

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Sepo Kawana is a creative force, designing and creating fashionable wares, making music and promoting local products in Zambia. Watch the full documentary, A Dream Worth Chasing: aje.me/sepo

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Urban musician and DJ Asmae Youness meets traditional Ahwach singers in rural Morocco for a creative musical union. Watch the film, Echoes of Unity: aje.me/Asmae