Cameroon Prepares for Third Edition of Tell and Be Africa Writing Residency

The third edition of the Tell and Be Africa writing residency is set to take place in Cameroon from November 30 to December 14. The event was presented to the Minister of Arts and Culture, Bidoung Mkpatt, by Mary-Noël Niba, a Cameroonian producer and director. The residency aims to promote African films and provide a platform for young filmmakers to showcase their work.

The event will feature a strong delegation of partners and will include the Festival Mouna Taba, a pan-African festival for young people. The first edition of this festival will take place from November 10 to 13, alongside the writing residency. The goal of the festival is to inspire films and projects that focus on young Africans.

According to Mary-Noël Niba, the idea behind the residency and festival is to provide a platform for young African filmmakers to showcase their work. She noted that many films about young people do not have a platform to be showcased, and the residency aims to change this. The event will provide an opportunity for young filmmakers to share their stories and inspire others.

The Tell and Be Africa association has been promoting African films for five years. The organization has been working to provide a platform for young filmmakers to showcase their work and gain recognition. The writing residency will provide an opportunity for participants to develop their skills and showcase their talents.

The event is expected to attract a large number of participants and spectators. The writing residency will provide a unique opportunity for young filmmakers to learn from experienced professionals and gain exposure for their work. The festival will also provide a platform for participants to network and collaborate with other filmmakers.

The Ministry of Arts and Culture has expressed support for the event. The minister, Bidoung Mkpatt, met with Mary-Noël Niba and her delegation to discuss the plans for the event. The ministry's support will help to ensure the success of the event and provide a platform for young filmmakers to showcase their work.

The Tell and Be Africa writing residency is an important event for the promotion of African films. The event will provide a unique opportunity for young filmmakers to showcase their work and gain recognition. The festival will also provide a platform for participants to learn from experienced professionals and network with other filmmakers.

Key points

• The third edition of the Tell and Be Africa writing residency will take place from November 30 to December 14 in Cameroon.
• The event will feature a pan-African festival for young people, Festival Mouna Taba, which will take place from November 10 to 13.
• The goal of the residency and festival is to provide a platform for young African filmmakers to showcase their work and inspire films and projects that focus on young Africans.