Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has urged stakeholders in Africa’s film industry to prioritise long-term, sustainable investment to boost job creation and economic growth.
She made the call at the maiden edition of the Regal Film Festival and Awards (REFFA) 2025, held on December 13, which celebrated African storytelling and honoured outstanding films and industry professionals. The event brought together filmmakers, producers and creatives from across the country.
Professor Opoku-Agyemang encouraged filmmakers, particularly emerging creatives, to focus on professionalism rather than mere visibility, stressing that African stories must be told with purpose to compete effectively on the global stage.
She commended the organisers of REFFA for creating a platform that recognises talent and opens pathways for African films to access regional and international markets, noting that such initiatives help project African narratives globally while preserving cultural identity.
The Vice President congratulated all award winners and participants and expressed optimism about the future of the festival, describing REFFA as a vital platform for nurturing young talent and strengthening African storytelling.
