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SUMMARY:African Producers Accelerator (APA) 2026
DESCRIPTION:Opportunity type: Accelerator\nFor: TV producers\nDeadline: 05/04/26\nRewards: Mentorship, investor connections, and fully funded participation in labs and networking events\nLocation Eligibility: Africa\n\nAbout this opportunity\n\nThe African Producers Accelerator (APA) is a 12-week tailored programme designed to support mid-career African producers in strengthening their companies, refining their strategies, and expanding their international reach. Run by Big World Cinema in partnership with Bertha Foundation and the National Film and Video Foundation of South Africa, and in association with Durban FilmMart Institute and Central Film School, the programme offers personalised support rather than a fixed curriculum. Participants engage in weekly one-on-one strategy sessions, masterclasses, and consultations with international industry experts. The programme culminates in an in-person lab in Cape Town followed by participation in the Durban FilmMart, where producers pitch to investors and connect with global industry stakeholders.\nRewards\n\n12-week tailored accelerator programme (May–July 2026)\nWeekly 1:1 strategy sessions and expert consultations\nCurated masterclasses with international industry specialists\nFive-day in-person lab in Cape Town (fully funded)\nParticipation in Durban FilmMart with arranged investor and fund meetings\nNetworking opportunities with sales agents, distributors, festival programmers, and funders\nPrivate networking dinner with international industry guests\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\nAfrican citizens living on the continent\nMid-career producers (minimum 3+ years experience) actively running production companies\nDeveloping a slate of film and/or television projects\nMust have produced at least one feature film, documentary, or TV project that has screened at an international festival or been broadcast internationally\nProficiency in English\nAbility to commit to 12 weeks (up to 4 hours per week)\n\nEntry Fee\n\nFree to enter\nHow to Apply \nApply using the link: African Producers Accelerator (APA) 2026 ( https://medium.com/@bigworldcinema_30298/african-producers-accelerator-launches-call-for-applications-2026-b69c5514b2e4 )\n
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