By Chisomo Phiri
The Film Association of Malawi (FAMA) has announced that the third edition of the Malawi Film Festival will take place on November 29-30, 2024,at the Golden Peacock Hotel in Lilongwe.
Speaking during a press briefing on Tuesday in Lilongwe, Festival Coordinator Philmon Kuipa said this year’s festival will focus on showcasing Malawian culture through filmmaking.
He stated that they aim to use the platform to market Malawian culture internationally and promote local films.
“We want to use this platform to promote local films so that they can compete on the international level while telling our own stories,” he said.
Kuipa further appealed for support from corporate institutions, government departments, NGOs, and individuals to ensure the event’s success.
He indicated that so far, they have reached out to the Office of the Vice-President, emphasizing his creative role and potential to bring the needed attention and resources.
The event, with a budget of K21 million, will feature a film screening program, including local and international feature films, short films, and documentaries.
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