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AFRICAJARC 2026 — African Short Film Competition

AFRICARJARC is a cinema programme by Création Africa that supports African filmmakers through residencies, mentoring, and co-production facilitation. The programme brings together African creators with international partners to develop and produce feature and short film projects. Création Africa is a pan-African initiative that connects creative talent across the continent.

Deadline

Festival 23–26 July 2026 — confirm submission deadline on FilmFreeway.

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Cost

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Format

Feature films and short films. Focus on African stories with international co-production potential.

Eligibility

African filmmakers and screenwriters with projects in development or production stage.

What You Get

Residency and mentoring support. Co-production facilitation with international partners. Professional development and industry networking.

What to Submit

Project application via the Création Africa portal.

Insider Tips

Création Africa values authentic African narratives with international appeal. Projects that demonstrate co-production potential and a clear artistic vision will stand out. Research their previous selections to understand their taste.

Check creationafrica.com for 2026 application deadline.

Verify dates and eligibility on the official website before applying.

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