Join us from 11–13 June 2026 in Cardiff as we celebrate African cinema across time, memory, and imagination.
Watch Africa Film Festival 2026
Theme: “The Future is the Past”
What We Do
Festival Program at a Glance
Day 1
Opening Night (11 June)
-Festival opening ceremony.
-Film screening + Q&A with the director.
-Interactive Director’s Workshop.
-Afterparty with DJ, drinks, and networking.
Day 2
Immersive Festival Experience (12 June)
-Full day of African film screenings.
-Creative workshops for filmmakers and audiences.
-Cultural stalls + artisan exhibitions.
-Art showcase inspired by African traditions and modernity
Day 3
Awards Night (13 June)
-Final screenings.
-Awards Ceremony recognizing the best of African cinema.
-Closing celebrations.
📍 Our Venues
Call for Submissions
Submit Your Film to WAFF 2026
Are you an African filmmaker, part of the African diaspora, or telling stories about Africa and its people? This is your opportunity to share your work with audiences in Wales and beyond.
Submissions for WAFF 2026 are open from 1–30 November 2025 via FilmFreeway. We welcome films of any genre, theme, or format, as long as they reflect the richness, diversity, and creativity of Africa.
We invite you to become a volunteer for the upcoming 2026 film festival! Fill the form here: Volunteer form
Watch Africa Film Festival 2026
Express
Your Africa.
A new festival experience is taking shape.
Watch Africa Film Festival returns to Cardiff with powerful stories, cultural exchange, creativity, and community.
Our 2026 programme is currently being prepared.
Coming Soon
Festival programme, workshops, screenings, volunteers, vendors, and tickets will be announced soon.
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