“Film is more than art — it’s business,” said Thapelo Mokoena during his masterclass with Uganda’s top filmmakers, urging creatives to think beyond premieres and box office numbers.
The iKON Awards has hosted its second iKON Activate in Nairobi, continuing its mission to unite Africa’s film industry under the “Beyond Borders” theme.
The iKON Awards hosted its first-ever iKON Activate in Abuja, Nigeria, uniting filmmakers from Nigeria and Uganda. Industry leaders, including Ramsey Nouah and Uche Agbo, discussed cross-border collaboration, funding, and distribution, setting the stage for stronger partnerships and a more competitive African film industry.