Festival Awards & Recognition

A Revolutionary Pan‑African Film & Media Experience

Co-hosted with UniMAC–IFT (Institute of Film and Television at the University of Media, Arts and Communication), the Abibitumi Abibifahodie Film Festival is a global celebration of African sovereignty, ancestral pride, and Black liberation.

Taking place in Accra and Mampong, Ghana, this hybrid (in-person & online) event is the official film centerpiece of the 2025 Abibitumi Conference. We unite scholars, activists, artists, and filmmakers from Africa and the diaspora to engage in transformative dialogue through cinema, workshops, and screenings.

🗓️ 2025 Theme:

WHAT BLACK POWER IS: DEMONSTRATION OVER CONVERSATION

This year’s theme is a call to action — not just conversation. We are looking for films that embody Black Power in motion: through resistance, community building, creativity, and imaginative revolution.

🏆 Festival Awards & Recognition

Winning entries will receive:

💰 Cash Prizes
🏅 Festival Awards
🌍 Online features on Abibitumi.com and partner platforms
🗳️ Audience Awards & Jury Distinctions

🎥 Who Can Submit?

We welcome a wide range of submissions including:

👉 Documentaries
👉 Narrative Fiction
👉 Music Videos
👉 AI-Animated Pieces
👉 Student Films

All entries must reflect African or Afro-diasporic realities, cultures, philosophies, or liberation struggles.

👉 Submit via FilmFreeway

ℹ️ About the Festival

Rooted in Liberation. Driven by Vision.

The Abibitumi Abibifahodie Film Festival is not just a showcase—it’s a movement. Designed to amplify authentic African voices, we challenge colonial narratives and uplift stories of Black brilliance, resistance, and resurgence.

This groundbreaking festival reimagines cinema as a tool for liberation, education, and empowerment—placing Africa and its global diaspora at the creative forefront.

Eligibility & Submission Guidelines

To be considered for the festival, submissions must meet the following criteria:

African or Black Creators: Directed, produced, or written by people of African/Black heritage.
Recent Completion: Completed after July 2022.
Thematic Alignment: Must reflect African/Afro-diasporic themes or liberation struggles. Colonialist or anti-Black narratives will be rejected.
Student Films: Must include valid student ID or proof of enrollment.
Subtitles: Non-English films must include accurate English subtitles.
Originality: Must be original work and not infringe third-party rights.
Length: A. Student films / short animations: under 30 minutes. B. Other categories: may exceed 30 minutes unless stated otherwise.
Promotional Use: Excerpts (up to 60 sec), stills, or posters may be used for promotional purposes.
No Screening Fees: We do not pay screening or licensing fees for selected works.
Submission Format: Films must be submitted via FilmFreeway as secure online screeners. No DVDs, USBs, or email submissions will be accepted.