Project Forty

15/07/2025

🎬 VOLUNTEER CALL: EMALAHLENI FILM FESTIVAL 2025
📍 Emalahleni, Mpumalanga

Project Forty invites passionate, creative, and committed individuals to volunteer at the upcoming Emalahleni Film Festival 2025 — a vibrant celebration of local film, storytelling, and talent.

✨ We’re looking for volunteers who are:
✅ Enthusiastic about film and the arts
✅ Residents of Emalahleni
✅ Keen to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic festival setting

🛠️ Volunteer Opportunities:
• Event Support
• Media & Photography
• Logistics & Guest Services
• Social Media & Marketing
• Technical & Venue Assistance

📅 Festival Dates: [Insert Dates]
📌 Eligibility: Open to Emalahleni residents only
📥 Apply via email: [email protected]
🕒 Deadline to Apply: 20 July 2025

Be part of a movement that empowers local stories through film.

02/07/2025

We’re just days away from unveiling the official lineup of talented filmmakers selected for Emalahleni Film Festival 2025!

✨ Get ready to experience:
🎥 Bold storytelling
🎞️ Striking cinematography
🌟 Raw, emerging talent from across South Africa

This is more than just a film festival — it’s a celebration of creativity, culture, and community in the vibrant heart of Mpumalanga!

17/06/2025

🎬 DEADLINE APPROACHING! 🎬
Call for Submissions – Emalahleni Film Festival 2025

Project Forty invites filmmakers to submit their work for the Emalahleni Film Festival 2025! We're seeking bold, original storytelling across all genres — including:

🎞️ Short Films
🎥 Feature Films
📽️ Documentaries
🎨 Animation

📌 Eligibility:
Films must have been produced between 2024 and 2025

🗓️ Submission Deadline:
20 June 2025 – Only 3 days left!

📩 Submit your viewing link or EPK to:
[email protected]

📧 Inquiries:
[email protected]

Be part of a powerful platform that champions local and continental voices in cinema. Don't miss your chance to shine!

06/06/2025

🎬 Call for Submissions!

Project Forty is now accepting submissions for the Emalahleni Film Festival 2025.

We’re looking for bold, original stories across all genres — including documentaries, short films, feature films, and animation.

📌 Eligibility: Films must have been produced between 2024 and 2025
🗓️ Submission Deadline: 20 June 2025
📩 Submit your viewing link or EPK to: [email protected]
📧 For inquiries, email: [email protected]

This is your opportunity to showcase your work and be part of a dynamic platform that celebrates local and continental storytelling.

05/06/2025

🎬 Lights, Camera, Emalahleni!

Introducing the inaugural Emalahleni Film Festival — a powerful celebration of cinema, creativity, and community.

📍 Venue: Emalahleni City Hall
🗓️ Dates: 7–9 August 2025

Enjoy three dynamic days of film screenings, hands-on workshops, and industry talks, showcasing bold storytelling and the vibrant spirit of African cinema.

🎥 Connect with filmmakers, creatives, and storytellers from across the country as we celebrate local talent and cultural expression.

📌 Free entry | Open to all | Community-driven

Presented by: Project Forty
Funded by: National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC), and PESP5

Be part of a groundbreaking festival that brings stories to life and empowers the next generation of creatives.

21/05/2025

The National Film & Video Foundation (NFVF) is inviting proposals from experienced service providers to join a panel of sponsorship acquisition experts for the SAFTAs 🎬

🔹 RFP Title: Sponsorship Acquisition & Management Services
🔹 Scope: Up to 5 agencies to help secure funding and manage sponsorships for the SAFTAs over a 3-year period
🔹 Deadline to Submit: 6 June 2025 at 11:00 AM
🔹 Briefing Session: 21 May 2025 at 11:00 AM (Microsoft Teams), via the following link:

Microsoft Teams:

https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MDA5ZDU1NTItZjNkZC00ODFhLWFkYWItNjE1YmY5MTUwNTE5%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22db45959f-7723-48cf-a9be-5ee51ac0864c%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22110de6b7-734d-4f57-b580-98eab860ca30%22%7d

Meeting ID: 379 781 190 363 6
Passcode: Hm27M5tm

Are you ready to be part of South Africa’s premier film and television awards journey?

📩 Submit your proposal to: [email protected]
📝 RFP Document & Details: https://www.nfvf.co.za/

26/02/2025

📽🎬⚠️Opportunity Alert for filmmakers!⚠️🎬📽

The global call for film submissions for ABFF 2025 is open—but the deadline is fast approaching! February 28 2025! Don’t miss your chance to showcase your work on one of the biggest stages for Black and brown storytellers.

📅 Submit your film now and be part of a legacy that amplifies diverse voices and celebrates cinematic excellence.

For details, visit

01/11/2024

CALL OUT:

SAMRO is inviting applications for the 2024 Music Business Skills Programme, a flagship Corporate Social Investment (CSI) initiative in partnership with the Soul Candi Institute of Music.

The program equips SAMRO’s Full and Associate Members with essential skills to navigate the music industry, covering topics like copyright law, contract negotiation, brand management, and financial planning.

In its fifth year, the program has already helped 183 members thrive in the music sector. This year, 70 qualifying members will be selected for two cohorts starting 2 December 2024.

Applications open on 30 October 2024, and close on 15 November 2024.

For eligibility, applicants should have a minimum qualification of NQF level 4-6 or STD 8.

All completed application forms must be submitted to SAMRO by 15 November 2024 (a link with the application form has been shared with members).

For more info, contact [email protected].

24/09/2024

Happy Heritage Day

23/09/2024

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) invites South African filmmakers with disabilities to submit proposals for the Not What Society Expects anthology.

This initiative aims to support and amplify the voices of filmmakers living with disabilities, offering funding of R250,000 for the production of short fiction or documentary films. If you’re ready to share your unique story, apply now by clicking the link below.

https://linktr.ee/nfvfsa

Closing date: 25th October 2024, 17h00.

For any queries please contact Katlego Moseamedi - [email protected] or Tsietsi Themane - [email protected]

22/03/2024

On October 9, Cape Town born jazz pianist-composer Abdullah Ibrahim, will be turning 90.

13/04/2023

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