Igniting Young Voices Through Film
Published: 18 June 2025
Dear Film Lovers,
We're thrilled to announce that the Mbawula Youth Film Festival is ready to light up screens and spark conversations! This year’s festival is a powerful celebration of local stories, carefully curated to reflect the lived realities, triumphs, and resilience of our communities.
🎬 Locally Curated. Locally Rooted.
We’ve taken time to handpick local films, documentaries, and short films that speak directly to the heartbeat of our people. Whether it’s a coming-of-age drama set in the township, a deeply moving family documentary, or an experimental short tackling youth identity and mental health — each film was selected with purpose.
🔵 Our Stories, Our Power
This festival isn’t just about screening films — it’s about telling our stories, in our voices. We made sure to prioritise narratives that resonate with local audiences, spark necessary dialogue, and empower young storytellers to keep creating.
📍 What To Expect:
- A diverse lineup of youth-made and youth-focused content
- Post-screening discussions with filmmakers and community leaders
- A safe space to engage, learn, and be inspired
💬 Join The Conversation
Let’s come together to celebrate youth creativity and storytelling that speaks directly to who we are and where we come from.