Africa Film Fest Australia 2026

3–6 September 2026 | Sydney Opera House & Event Cinemas Parramatta

Africa Film Fest Australia (AFFA) returns to Sydney for four days celebrating the richness, diversity and creativity of African cinema. From award-winning features and powerful documentaries to conversations with filmmakers, AFFA brings together stories from across Africa and its global diaspora that challenge, entertain and connect audiences through the universal language of film.

This year's programme explores memory, identity, resilience and possibility. Journey from the birth of African independence to contemporary stories of love, music, political courage and cultural pride. Meet remarkable individuals changing history, discover emerging voices shaping the future of African filmmaking, and experience Australian premieres that can only be seen at AFFA.

Whether you're discovering African cinema for the first time or returning as a longtime supporter, AFFA offers a rare opportunity to experience some of the continent's most compelling contemporary storytelling on the big screen.

Booking Information

Festival Dates: 3–6 September 2026

Sydney Opera House | 3–4 September

Opening Night and selected festival screenings at the Sydney Opera House are booked directly through the Sydney Opera House Box Office.

Event Cinemas Parramatta | 5–6 September

Tickets for all screenings at Event Cinemas Parramatta are available here through Humanitix.

Please check each film listing before purchasing tickets to ensure you are booking through the correct venue.

Why Attend AFFA?

Australian premieres from across Africa and its global diaspora
Award-winning feature films and documentaries
Filmmaker Q&As and special guests
Stories rarely seen on Australian screens
Four days of cinema, conversation and cultural exchange

Experience the Power of African Storytelling

This year's programme features powerful true stories, intimate family dramas, joyful romances, thought-provoking documentaries and remarkable portraits of artists, activists and visionaries whose work continues to shape history.

From the extraordinary humanitarian journey of Nobel Peace Prize laureate Dr Denis Mukwege (Muganga), to the legendary voice of Umm Kulthum (El Sett), the race to preserve Ghana's cinematic heritage (The Eyes of Ghana), and the vibrant celebration of Black identity in Black Is Beautiful, every film has been carefully selected for its artistic excellence and its ability to spark conversation long after the credits roll.

AFFA is more than a film festival. It is a celebration of culture, community and the stories that connect us across continents.

Browse the programme below and book your screenings at Event Cinemas Parramatta. We look forward to welcoming you to Africa Film Fest Australia 2026.

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