Zambia | Multichoice Talent Factory

Twenty-year-old Christine Mulemeli recently graduated with a certificate in Citizen Journalism, from Lusaka’s House of Consciousness development programme, Mama Sosa, which is aimed at empowering young women in Kanyama through journalism.

With a qualification in hand, a passion for storytelling and a mind full of creative ideas, Christine is ready to take part in MTF. At the Zambia-based MTF academy, Christine says she is excited to nurture her skills in narrative creation, and is dedicated to developing authentic stories that speak to her and her community.

Born in Chipata and based in Lusaka, actor, TV/radio host and writer Edward Sakala, whose nickname is Edward Kiss, is passionate about African stories and the diversity of cultures across the continent.

“Everyone wants our stories, and we should be the ones to tell them,” says Masego Keduetswe Mohwasa proudly about the global focus on Africa and the need for Africans to tell their own stories.

Born in Ramotswa, Botswana, 26-year-old Masego has a degree in motion picture from AFDA film school in Botswana, and is excited to be part of this year’s MTF programme as a way to further her dreams of becoming a film writer and director, and telling authentic Motswana stories.

Gaborone born and raised Lorato Orapeleng is passionate about the video entertainment industry and the talent that African creatives have to offer.

With a degree in Motion Picture from AFDA in Botswana, 23-year-old Lorato says she is ready to be a part of MTF, and strengthen her ability to create stories and TV shows that will captivate audiences across Africa.

Born in Botswana and based in Lilongwe, 21-year-old Mphatso Makamo aims to become “a triple threat” in the industry, by developing her skills in acting, directing and screenwriting.

Maira Armanda Isaías Tauacale is a 21-year-old creative born and raised in Maputo. With a qualification in Journalism from Eduardo Mondlane University and one in Production from the Television of Mozambique Training Centre, Maira feels as though she has a solid foundation in film and TV, but believes that being at MTF will give the necessary experience, training and networking to succeed in the industry.

Born and bred in Maputo, Amarilis Felimão Gule is a cameraperson with a love for cinematography. A graduate of Eduardo Mondlhane University, the 26-year-old Amarilis is a documentary and reality TV fan.

“My dream is to become the best filmmaker in Mozambique – or maybe even Africa. As well as to be recognised for my talent because making films is a passion, and I do it with love,” she says. On joining Multichoice Talent Factory, Amarilis hopes to bring a fresh vision to filmmaking, improve on her cinematography skills and tell captivating stories.

Riejhaat Wolhuter is a videographer and graphic designer born in South Africa and based in Windhoek, Namibia.

When asked what he is most excited about ahead of joining MTF, 24-year-old Riejhaat – who trained in filmmaking at SUFF Academy – says he is looking forward to acquiring knowledge and receiving guidance to become a better filmmaker. Despite being an avid supporter of Africa’s film and TV industry, Riejhaat believes there are stories that are yet to be told. And therefore aims to create new filmic narratives.

Hilma Sheehama is an emerging film creative based in Windhoek, Namibia, who has ambitions of being an executive producer and writer.

On the path to actualising her dreams, Hilma says participating in the second MTF is an opportunity for her to widen her network, learn about the film and TV industries of Africa and unleash her creativity. Excited to make a valuable contribution to the video entertainment field after completing the immersive training programme, Hilma says she has confidence in Africa’s ever-expanding film and TV landscape, which she says global appeal.

Humbuhumbu Ngava, also known as “Shona”, is a creative born and raised in Windhoek, Namibia. An alumni of Namibia University of Science and Technology, where he obtained qualifications in Journalism, Design and Filmmaking, the multitalented 25-year-old has since gone on to join fields such as broadcasting, video entertainment and media.

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