
Calls for applications
published at 04.10.2026
Yennenga Academy #4
Sectors :
Cinema
As part of the 30th Edition of the Pan-African Film and Television Festival of Ouagadougou (FESPACO), taking place from 27 February to 06 March 2027, professionals of the film and audio-visual industry and aspiring filmmakers are informed that applications for the fourth edition of the YENNENGA ACADEMY programme are on from 30 March to 20 September 2026.
Help type: Collaboration and networking (Event)
Application and attachment submission language(s): Français ou anglais
Closing date for applications : September 20, 2026
Details
Yennenga Academy is a FESPACO programme for African cinema young talents. It is an opportunity for the youth to discover their future working environment, interact with industry experts attending FESPACO, offering a platform for the emergence of new talents and collaboration opportunities for the future of African cinema.
YENNENGA ACADEMY welcomes all young aspiring filmmakers from Africa and Diaspora.
Fifteen (15) participants will be short-listed to attend the 4th edition of the YENNENGA ACADEMY programme taking place from 28 February to 05 March 2027.
Application package
The application package (in French or English) shall include:
A curriculum vitae ;
A cover letter specifying applicant’s needs and expectations;
A letter of recommendation from a film organization;
A copy of the valid passport or National ID card;
A recent portrait photo (JPEG 300 dpi) of applicant.
N.B.: Only complete applications will be considered by the selection committee.
Applications for the YENNENGA ACADEMY WORKSHOPS are expected no later than 20 September 2026 at 23h 59mn UT on the platform by clicking here.
INFORMATION : yennengaacademy@fespaco.bf
https://fespaco.bf/en/call-for-applications-fespaco-2027-yennenga-academy-workshops/
Eligibility criteria
Be a national of an African country or its Diaspora;
Be aged between 18 and 32;
Be able to speak French or English fluently.
Stages
From 28 February to 5 March 2027
Ateliers Yennenga Academy
09/20/2026
Closing of applications
Last date to submit applications. After this date, no changes or submissions will be accepted.
Issuer(s)
UO
PAN-AFRICAN FILM AND TELEVISION FESTIVAL OF OUAGADOUGOU
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