The second edition of the Ciné'Académia workshop is set to take place in Matadi, the capital of the Kongo Central province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, from October 5 to 10, 2026. This event, organized by Mukongo Film, focuses on the film production chain and aims to equip participants with practical skills in various aspects of filmmaking. According to Éric Kayembe, coordinator of Mukongo Film, the workshop will cover four fundamental specialties in film production.
The workshop will offer training sessions in acting, screenwriting, sound recording, and photography direction. These sessions will be held at the American Space and Orange Digital Center (ODC) in Matadi. The acting module will cover techniques such as interpretation, actor direction, and camera preparation. Participants will also learn about dramatic writing, narrative structuring, and short and feature film project development in the screenwriting session.
The sound recording module will focus on sound recording techniques, audio engineering, and mixing for film. The photography direction session will cover frame mastery, set lighting, and the role of the chief operator. Éric Kayembe stated that the workshop's objective is to provide participants with practical mastery of contemporary film tools to stimulate the production of local stories rooted in the country's realities.
The workshop is designed to strengthen the technical and artistic capacities of young creators in the province, contributing to the professionalization of the Congolese audiovisual sector. Beyond the training sessions, the event will also feature activities that promote exchanges between creators, including music, fashion, and film screenings.
The second edition of Ciné'Académia is a follow-up to the first edition, which likely laid the groundwork for this year's event. The initiative has been welcomed by the Congolese film community, with many anticipating the benefits it will bring to the local film industry. The event is expected to attract a diverse range of participants, including aspiring filmmakers and industry professionals.
The closing ceremony, scheduled for October 10, 2026, will take place at the Institut national de préparation professionnelle (INPP) in Matadi. During the ceremony, participants will receive certificates of completion. The event is a significant step towards promoting film production in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and providing opportunities for young creators to develop their skills.
The Ciné'Académia workshop is an essential platform for the growth of the Congolese film industry, and its second edition is expected to build on the successes of the first. With its focus on practical skills and industry professionals, the event is poised to make a lasting impact on the country's audiovisual sector.
Key points
- The second edition of the Ciné'Académia workshop will take place in Matadi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, from October 5 to 10, 2026.
- The workshop will cover four fundamental specialties in film production: acting, screenwriting, sound recording, and photography direction.
- The event aims to strengthen the technical and artistic capacities of young creators in the province, contributing to the professionalization of the Congolese audiovisual sector.
