The Annual Film Mischief (TAFM), Africa’s groundbreaking festival for bold and emerging voices, will hold from October 9 -30 across four African cities: Lagos, Abuja, Accra and Dares Salaam, with each location led by a dedicated regional manager.
The festival will feature film screenings, workshops, wellness sessions and networking events, offering emerging African creatives and audiences an inclusive, empowering experience.
With a powerful new theme: ‘Reclaiming Self’, the 2025 edition expands beyond the screen to explore identity, wellness and the transformative power of creativity.
Since its inception in 2022, TAFM has championed daring, diverse storytelling and carved out a unique space for underrepresented filmmakers across Africa.
This year’s edition of TAFM deepens its commitment to bold, intentional storytelling with an immersive, cross-disciplinary experience. The festival will weave together intimate film screenings, wellness activities, fitness sessions, art showcases and live performances – creating a vibrant space where mind, body and spirit are celebrated in full.
“We invite filmmakers to submit works that explore themes of personal identity, cultural and societal resilience, and introspective journeys of healing, self-discovery and authenticity. We are especially drawn to films that challenge the political, social and creative boxes often imposed on African creators.
“The theme, ‘Reclaiming Self’, runs deeper than just storytelling. It is an invitation to return to our core as creative, to celebrate the beauty in our healing, our sensitivities, and our calling. It’s about finding ourselves, our spark and our place within a creative community that welcomes us as we are; magical, beautiful, real.” Precious Iroagalachi, Festival Director, said.
With its focus on mentorship, industry access and cultural exchange, TAFM continues to drive Africa’s creative economy and foster community-driven film culture. Call for film submission and full programme details to be announced soon.