be taking a new shape with different changes made
including the addition and removal of some categories.
Speaking at a recent meeting held in Durban, South Africa,
Journalist/Film Critic June Givanni revealed the new
decisions taken by the jury towards delivering a better
10th edition.
NET gathered the organisers are introducing an award
named after late South African president, Nelson Mandela
'Madiba Africa Vision Awards' to be received by any film
that captures the essence and vision of the category.
Also announced is the renaming of two categories to
immortalize some exceptional African great men who have
contributed to the growth and development of the film
industry. 'The Best Film in African Language' will now be
'Sembene Ousmane Awards for Best Film in African Language' while the 'Best Short Film Award category' will
now be called 'Efere Ozako Award for Best Short Film'.
A new category 'Best Director First Feature Film' has also
been introduced to encourage young and upcoming film
directors to continue to strive for excellence and best
practices.
The category of 'Best Film by African Living Abroad' has
been cancelled.
Via: NET
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