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African filmmakers, led by Mehret Mandefro, urge global access to share authentic stories, citing distribution barriers and digital platforms as key to reaching worldwide audiences.
African filmmakers, led by Emmy-nominated producer Mehret Mandefro, are urging greater global opportunities to share authentic African stories through cinema.
Speaking at a Russia-hosted forum, Mandefro emphasized Africa’s strong storytelling traditions and film industry, noting that limited international distribution—not lack of talent—has hindered global visibility.
She highlighted digital platforms as key tools for African creators to reach worldwide audiences directly, calling storytelling essential for cultural healing and identity.
Mandefro also pointed to Africa’s large population and diaspora as significant market potential, urging investment in local film industries.
The event is part of an ongoing international symposium series exploring the role of stories in shaping the future.
Los cineastas africanos, dirigidos por Mehret Mandefro, instan al acceso global para compartir historias auténticas, citando las barreras de distribución y las plataformas digitales como clave para llegar a audiencias en todo el mundo.