The Film & Culture Market Returns with the 5th Edition: Reimagining African Narratives, Bridging Creativity & Commerce
23-25 September 2026 | MOTIV, Kampala | 9AM Daily
Uganda’s most anticipated celebration of film and culture is back. The 5th Film & Culture Market returns to MOTIV Kampala from 23rd to 25th September 2026, bringing together filmmakers, creatives, investors, and culture shapers for 3 days of stories, skills, and serious opportunities.
Organized by Kampala Film Development Foundation, this year’s edition is built on one clear theme: Reimagining African Narratives, Bridging Creativity & Commerce. Because African stories deserve more than just applause. They deserve distribution, funding, and global markets.
What to Expect Over 3 Days
The 5th edition is designed as a full creative economy hub. Not just screenings. Not just talks. Real work that moves careers forward:
1. Workshops
Hands-on sessions with industry pros. Learn the craft, the business, and the tech shaping film today.
2. Screenings
A curated showcase of Ugandan and African films. New voices, bold perspectives, and stories that reimagine how the world sees us.
3. Summit
High-level conversations on the future of African cinema. From funding to distribution, we tackle the gaps between talent and opportunity.
4. Film Pavilion
Meet producers, directors, and buyers. Pitch your project, find collaborators, and see what’s next for African film.
5. Networking + Exhibition
Connect with the people building the industry. From students to studio heads. Plus exhibitions highlighting the art, fashion, and culture that fuel our narratives.
Why This Year Matters
With the creative economy growing fast across Africa, the 5th Film & Culture Market positions itself as the bridge. Between raw talent in Kampala’s slums and campuses, and the commerce that makes film sustainable. Between local stories and global audiences.
If you’re a filmmaker, writer, actor, student, investor, or just someone who believes in Ugandan stories, this is where you need to be.
Save the dates: 23-25 September 2026
Venue: MOTIV, Kampala
Time: 9AM daily
Book Your Spot
For exhibition bookings, partnerships, and general inquiries:
Call/WhatsApp: +256 (0) 704 276 663
Email: kfilmdevelopment@gmail.com
Follow @FilmAndCultureMarket for updates, speaker reveals,
The 5th Film & Culture Market is organized by Kampala Film Development Foundation. Reimagining African Narratives, Bridging Creativity & Commerce.
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