Cologne Film Festival Faces Funding cuts Despite Recent Award
COLOGNE, GERMANY - The Africa Film Festival Cologne (AFFC), lauded as “the largest stage for African cinema in Germany” and recently named “Cultural event of 2024,” is facing a critical funding shortfall, threatening its 2025 iteration from September 18-28. Dramatic cuts to the cultural budget are jeopardizing the festival’s future,according to organizers.
The festival focuses on bringing African stories to German audiences, and actively engages youth through free screenings – such as “Supa Modo” - and school workshops, fostering intercultural understanding. Adult film enthusiasts participate in workshops and panel discussions. A key event is the audience-voted “Best feature film” award,sponsored by Choices.
Festival founder Mosese describes cinema as a “fragile altar,” emphasizing the importance of securing its continuation.
Donations are being sought to support the festival. Further information can be found at https://www.afrikafilmfestivalkoeln.de/start.
