Pan-African film and television training institution MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) has announced introduction of a comprehensive curriculum designed to balance theoretical knowledge with practical immersion for the 2026 intake. MultiChoice has opened applications for the latest nine-month training programme for aspiring directors, filmmakers, scriptwriters, producers and storytellers from 14 African countries to undergo practical training, gain industry exposure and access to valuable professional networks. In a statement, MultiChoice said having recently become part of the French-owned Canal+ media and entertainment company, it has rededicated itself to bringing compelling programming to homes on the African continent.
“A powerful way to do this is by empowering young people with filmmaking, production and storytelling skills. Any young Africans who dream of telling Africa’s stories can apply, to join the MultiChoice journey to give Africa a stronger voice on the world stage,” reads the communication in part. Filmmaker Chisomo Livason, who was in the 2019 cohort said: “I think one needs to go there with an open mind.
It is a combination of individuals with different skills and strengths. One needs to be ready to tap in from all those skills.” Since its inception in 2018, MTF has trained 296 filmmakers who have produced over 42 movies and aired on DStv and GOtv channels such as Maisha Magic, Zambezi Magic and Africa Magic as well as on the streaming platform Showmax. In a related development, Canal+ has renewed its partnership with Warner Bros for a year in a multi-territory agreement, marking a major milestone in the development of their collaboration on an international scale.
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According to a statement from Canal+, the agreement covers both the distribution of HBO Max and the renewal of several Warner Bros. Discovery thematic channels across numerous regions in Africa and Europe.
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