Fourth Edition of the Film and Culture Market to Spotlight the Economic Power of East Africa’s Creative Economy.
Kampala, Uganda – May 12, 2025
The Kampala Film Development Foundation (KFDF) has officially unveiled the Fourth Edition of the Film and Culture Market, slated to take place from September 15th to 17th, 2025, in Kampala, Uganda.
This year’s edition will run under the powerful theme: “The Economic Impact of the East African Film and Culture Creative Economy: Bridging Creativity and Business.”
With the creative sector increasingly recognized as a driver of innovation, employment, and cross-border trade, the 2025 Market will position itself as a hub for advancing creative entrepreneurship and sustainable cultural industries in the region.
The three-day event promises an exciting lineup of activities designed to blend artistic expression with business insight. Attendees can look forward to:
- Movie Screenings
- Workshops Business Forums
- Cultural Exhibitions
- Networking Opportunities
- Live Performances
"The goal this year is to show that the creative industries are not just about art, they are also about enterprise, job creation, and economic growth.”
The market will also shine a light on co-productions, distribution partnerships, and skills development, with special programs for emerging filmmakers, women in film, and youth-led innovation. A diverse mix of local and international stakeholders, including policy makers, film distributors, producers, cultural curators, and financiers, are expected to attend.
Now in its fourth year, the Film and Culture Market has become a cornerstone event for East Africa’s creative sector. With growing support from regional institutions and international cultural agencies, it continues to champion a future where creativity fuels commerce and regional integration.
Registration is open for exhibitors, filmmakers, creatives, and delegates via the email kfilmdevelopment@gmail.com. The full schedule will be announced in August 2025.