Call For Applications: British Council Film Lab Africa Accelerator ...
The British Council Film Lab Africa Accelerator Program 2026 is a structured accelerator for emerging Nigerian screenwriters, filmmakers, and TV producers. It offers capacity-building, mentorship, script-to-screen development, and international showcasing opportunities. The program runs two separate labs — a Scriptwriters Lab and a Producers Lab — focused on amplifying African narratives for local and global audiences.
Deadline
To be confirmed
Verified 1 month ago
Cost
fee,
Format
Short Films
Eligibility
eligibility requirements may vary slightly depending on the lab you apply for.
What You Get
$2 million annually in foreign exchange.
What to Submit
TBC — application links provided via official British Council Film Lab Africa page for each lab (Scriptwriters Lab and Producers Lab). Specific submission materials not detailed on this page.
Insider Tips
- Clearly demonstrate prior experience or a strong interest in film, TV, or digital content creation in your application to meet the eligibility threshold. 2. Emphasise your commitment to original African storytelling with local and global relevance, as this aligns directly with the program's core mission. 3. Apply to the lab that best matches your role — Scriptwriters Lab if you are a writer, Producers Lab if you are a producer — since eligibility requirements may vary slightly between the two.
Set reminder: Visit British Council Film Lab Africa page immediately — deadline not published
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