About WIFT Africa
Empowering Women in Africa’s Screen Industries for a Sustainable Future
WIFT Africa is an organization set up to empower and support African and Pan African Women in the Film and Screen-based industry. We are dedicated to providing support, capacity building, networking, mentorship, and economic empowerment for women within industry to achieve sustainable growth and impact.
WIFT Africa aims to build effective collaboration and partnerships within Africa and the rest of the world; sustain relationships amongst women in the TV and Film community in Africa and encourage the establishment of more WIFT chapters across Africa. We aim to improve access to resources and funding by collaborating with relevant organizations, agencies and stakeholders that are in the position to help.
Our Vision
To build a sustainable screen industry in Africa powered by women as leaders, creators, and economic drivers.
Our Mission
To equip and advance women within Africa’s screen industries through skills, networks, mentorship, and access to opportunities, strengthening a pipeline of talent shaping the future of African media.