Connecting African Stories to the World
The premier marketplace where African filmmakers meet global distributors, buyers, and collaborators. Discover exceptional storytelling and expand your reach through secure transactions and professional networking.
Empowering African Cinema Globally
African cinema is experiencing a renaissance, yet its most compelling short stories and the most innovative and bold narratives remain underserved. AISFM exists to shatter that status quo. We are more than a marketplace; we are a movement that elevates raw, authentic African voices.
Powerful Tools For Your Journey
Beyond the connection, we provide the professional infrastructure to turn your creative vision into a sustainable success.
Secure & Trusted Transactions
Navigate deals with confidence. Our advanced system protects both filmmakers and buyers, ensuring secure payments for licensing agreements.
Direct Global Pipeline
Your audience is global; your access should be too. Connect instantly with our curated network of distributors, buyers, and streaming platforms worldwide.
Data to Close Deals
Equip yourself with the insights that matter. Access performance metrics and market data that help buyers evaluate your film's platform fit.
How It Works
The African International Short Film Market streamlines the journey from creation to distribution. Whether you're a filmmaker or a buyer, our platform is designed for your success.
Upload & Showcase
Filmmakers upload cinematic works with professional metadata and storytelling details.
Discover
Buyers explore curated African content through intelligent filtering and discovery tools.
Preview
Secure access to protected screenings with watermarked content for evaluation.
Deal
Secure licensing agreements with full legal protection and global distribution.
Latest Arrivals
Fresh stories from emerging and established filmmakers
Echo Chamber
David Saah
Director
E be thigz
Belu Ogbuka
Director
Silent Screams
Prayer Elishama Tafara
Director
Goal
Zebra Productions
Director
Ready to Transform the Future of African Cinema?
Join the movement of visionary filmmakers and global buyers who are reshaping narratives and building a vibrant ecosystem for African short films.
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