Program

Opening Ceremony & Film

2 November 2025
from 5.30 PM

AFRIFF Opening Ceremony and Film

Opening Day After Party

2 November 2025
from 10.00 PM

AFRIFF Opening Day After Party

Screenings

3 - 7 November 2025
11.00 AM - 9.00 PM

Choose from a selection of over 50 movies to watch live and online including: feature length movies, shorts, documentaries from all across the world. Register online a day before the scheduled session or onsite 2 hours prior, to gain access.

Masterclasses & Workshops

3- 7 November 2025
10.00 AM - 4.00 PM

A series of specialty masterclasses and workshops covering a wide arrays of topics including directing, screenwriting, producing, will be held at AFRIFF and led by high profile experts. Register online a day before the scheduled session or onsite 2 hours prior, to gain access.

Panel Discussions & Presentations

3- 7 November 2025
10.00 AM - 4.00 PM

AFRIFF speakers will share their expert insights and perspective on various subjects including, representation, co-production, alternative film financing options, music in films, making a blockbuster and more. Register online a day before the scheduled session or onsite 2 hours prior, to gain access.

Fireside Chats

3 - 7 November 2025
4.00 PM - 5.30 PM

AFRIFF VVIP guests will be discussing their experience in the industry, their challenges, victories, current projects and aspirations. Register online a day before the scheduled session or onsite 2 hours prior, to gain access.

Country Presentations

6 - 7 November 2025
1.00 PM - 3.00 PM

AFRIFF Country Partners will offer a comprehensive insight into their filmmaking business. Attendees will get a better understanding of AFRIFF Country partners' co-production models, tax incentives, funding opportunities and more. Register online a day before the scheduled session or onsite 2 hours prior, to gain access.

Closing Film

7 November 2025
Evening time

AFRIFF closing film.

Globe Awards

8 November 2025
from 8.00 PM

AFRIFF Globe Awards is a closing event of the festival.