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If there is one truth defining the modern landscape of African cinema, it is this: our strongest stories are born when we erase borders. In a landmark initiative for West African cinema, the KAP-SOPA Pan-African Filmmaking Bootcamp – a strategic collaboration between KAP Film & Television Academy and Benin Republic’s Société de Productions Audiovisuelles (SOPA) […]
As Nigeria celebrates Democracy Day, we’re bringing you a quick roundup of the stories making headlines across KAP Hub this week. LIVE FROM ADIRE LAGOS… IRE Clothings is currently turning heads at the ongoing Adire Lagos event on the Island! From bold patterns to timeless designs, our stand is showcasing pieces that celebrate African creativity […]
KAP Film & Television Academy and SOPA (School of Performing Arts, Benin Republic) have launched the inaugural Pan-African Filmmaking Bootcamp, a new programme designed to train the next generation of African storytellers. The programme follows a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed in February 2026. This agreement brings both institutions together to strengthen film education, talent […]
The Republic of Benin and Kunle Afolayan Production have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance Pan-African audiovisual storytelling through cross-border collaboration, capacity building, and industry development across Africa. Through this agreement, both parties commit to long-term cooperation. More importantly, they aim to bridge Anglophone and Francophone markets while expanding opportunities for African […]
The KAP Film & Television Academy, founded by award-winning filmmaker Kunle Afolayan, will host the 2025 Filmmaking Residency Program from October 6–15 at the KAP Film Village & Resort in Igbojaye, Oyo State, in partnership with the Oyo State Government. With the theme “Emerging Stories,” the 10-day residency will bring together over 100 aspiring filmmakers […]
Renowned Nigerian filmmaker Kunle Afolayan made a powerful impact at the 2025 Pan-African Film and Television Festival of Ouagadougou (FESPACO), reaffirming his dedication to promoting African cinema. Masterclass on Cinema and Creativity On February 27th, Afolayan led an insightful masterclass on the Business of Cinema and Balancing Creativity with Commercial Visibility. The session highlighted how […]
We’re still buzzing with excitement at KAP Film and Television Academy after the recently concluded Advanced Filmmaking Masterclass in partnership with the French Embassy in Nigeria. From November 25 to December 16, 2024, we had 40 passionate, intermediate-level filmmakers join us on an incredible journey of learning, creating, and growing—and it was nothing short of […]
A new month brings with it fresh opportunities to dream, create, and achieve. As we step into this chapter, we’re inspired by the story of a man who embodies these ideals—Kunle Afolayan, a Nigerian filmmaker, entrepreneur, and cultural icon. Kunle Afolayan, OON, is much more than a household name in Nollywood; he’s a trailblazer whose […]
KAP Film & Television Academy, in partnership with the U.S. Embassy, launched an exciting new chapter for Nigerian filmmaking with a special edition of REEL CIRCLE. This event marked the opening of an intensive Directing and Cinematography Workshop led by renowned U.S. industry professionals Angel Kristi Williams and Erin G. Wesley, aimed at empowering 20 […]
October was an exciting month at KAP Film and Television Academy, as we successfully concluded our Advanced Video Editing & Sound Design Program, in partnership with the GIZ Centres for Migration and Development (ZME). This program was an absolute game-changer for the participants, offering them top-tier, hands-on training in video editing and sound design. Crafted […]