Africa International Human Rights Film Festival (3)

Festival start: 08 December 2025      Festival end: 25 December 2025

The 2025 Africa International Human Rights Film Festival (AIHRFF) will delve into the powerful theme of "Bridging Divides."

Rationale:

In 2025, as Africa continues to navigate a complex landscape of interconnected challenges, the need to bridge divides becomes increasingly critical. These divisions can manifest as political polarization, social fragmentation, economic inequality, cultural misunderstandings, and the lingering effects of historical injustices. This theme recognizes the urgent imperative to foster dialogue, understanding, and collaboration across these divides to advance human rights and build more inclusive and equitable societies.

Objectives:

To showcase films that explore the root causes and consequences of various forms of division within and across African communities.
To celebrate stories of individuals and initiatives that actively work to bridge these divides through empathy, communication, and reconciliation.
To provide a platform for filmmakers, activists, policymakers, and audiences to engage in meaningful dialogue about strategies for fostering unity and overcoming fragmentation.
To inspire solidarity and collective action towards building bridges that promote human rights, social justice, and sustainable development across the continent.

Human Rights Defenders Resilience Awards for Best Short film, Documentary, and Feature Length Film

Eligibility (2025 Edition):

a. Your film must address human rights issues and actively promote social justice.

b. We welcome films of all genres, including documentaries, narratives, animations, and experimental works.

c. To be eligible for the 2025 edition, your film must have been completed on or after January 1, 2023.

d. As the submitter, you must possess all necessary rights to present the film for consideration.

Submission Process (2025 Edition):

a. All film submissions must be made exclusively through the Festhome platform.

b. Please ensure you provide all required information accurately, including the film's title, director's name, year of production, running time, synopsis, and any other materials requested by the festival.

c. Films not in English must include embedded English subtitles.

Deadline and Selection (2025 Edition):

a. The submission deadline for the 2025 festival will be announced on our website and Festhome. All entries must be received by the specified date.

b. Our dedicated selection committee will carefully review all submissions and make the final selection of films for screening.

c. The festival's decision regarding the selection of films is final and not subject to appeal.


Rights and Permissions (2025 Edition):

a. By submitting your film, you confirm that you hold all necessary rights and permissions for its screening at the festival.

b. You grant the Africa International Human Rights Film Festival the non-exclusive right to use excerpts, images, and trailers from your submitted film for promotional activities related to the 2025 festival.

c. You agree to indemnify and hold the festival harmless from any claims, expenses, or losses arising from the screening of your film.


Screening and Presentation (2025 Edition):

a. The festival will determine the dates, times, and venues for the screening of selected films during the 2025 edition.

b. We reserve the right to make necessary changes to the screening schedule or venue.

c. Filmmakers of selected films will be notified in advance with their film's screening details.


Travel and Accommodation (2025 Edition):

a. Please note that the festival is currently unable to cover travel expenses or accommodation for filmmakers or their representatives attending the 2025 edition.

b. If your film is selected, you will be responsible for your own travel arrangements and accommodation during the festival.

Promotion and Marketing (2025 Edition):

a. The festival may utilize your film's title, director's name, and excerpts for promotional purposes, including but not limited to our official website, social media platforms, and press communications related to the 2025 festival.

Awards and Prizes (2025 Edition):

a. The Africa International Human Rights Film Festival may present awards and prizes in various categories for the 2025 edition. The specific categories and prizes will be determined and announced by the festival organizers.

b. The decisions of any jury or panel of judges will be final.

Withdrawal of Submission (2025 Edition):

a. Should you wish to withdraw your film after submission, you must notify the festival in writing before the official selection announcement for the 2025 edition.

Acceptance of Terms (2025 Edition):

a. By submitting your film for the 2025 edition, you acknowledge and agree to abide by these terms and conditions