Film Lab Africa
Film Lab Africa is the British Council’s flagship film and TV accelerator programme in Nigeria designed to equip, connect, and showcase a new generation of storytellers and filmmakers across the continent.
Launched in 2023, Film Lab Africa builds creative and technical capacity in film and digital content development while creating opportunities for international collaboration, cultural exchange, and sustainable livelihoods for young creatives.
Our Vision
To strengthen Africa’s creative economy by developing inclusive, skills-based platforms that support emerging talent and spotlight African stories for global audiences.
What We Do
With a clear diagnosis of the sector, we designed Film Lab Africa in response to feedback from industry stakeholders shaping a relevant, responsive programme that is delivered through partners with the right expertise, structure, and networks.
Through a dynamic blend of training, mentorship, production grants, industry exposure, and showcasing, Film Lab Africa focuses on:
- Screenwriting, producing, directing, and digital storytelling
- Script-to-screen development for short films and episodic content
- Writers' residency and industry engagement with local and international experts
- Cross-sectoral dialogue on policy, inclusion, and climate storytelling
- Showcasing Nigerian talent in Nigeria, the UK, and beyond
