Terese Champan Joins Svaff

Teresa Chapman Appointed to International Advisory Board of the Silicon Valley African Film Festival SAN JOSE, CA The Silicon...

Silicon Valley African Film Festival (SVAFF16) In Review: A Festival To Remember - Film Festival Report

"Original landlords of the planet." Chike Nwoffiah doesn't just say it, he means it. The founder and festival director of...

Chike Nwoffiah Advocates For Decolonizing African Storytelling, Calls For Cultural Authenticity

PUBLISHED BY:THE NOLLYWOOD REPORTER

In a recent interview with The Nollywood Reporter, Chike Nwoffiah, the founder and director of the Silicon Valley African Film....

Foundation Announces New Scholarship Fund

The Foundation has launched a new scholarship initiative aimed at supporting emerging filmmakers from underrepresented communities across the region...

Annual Film Festival Dates Announced for 2026

Organizers have confirmed the dates for this year's festival, promising an expanded lineup of features, documentaries, and short films from around the world...

Local Director Wins International Recognition

A filmmaker affiliated with the program has received top honors at an international competition, marking a milestone for the community...

Executive Director Featured on National Panel

Our executive director joined a panel of industry leaders to discuss the future of independent cinema and diverse storytelling on a national broadcast...

New Partnership with Local Universities Announced

A newly formed partnership will provide internship opportunities and mentorship for students pursuing careers in film and media production...

Annual Gala Raises Record Funds for Youth Programs

This year's fundraising gala exceeded expectations, bringing in record-breaking donations to support youth filmmaking workshops and equipment access...