CANEX Shorts Competition

CANEX Shorts Competition

ABOUT THE COMPETITION

Afreximbank, through its Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) programme, invites emerging filmmakers from Africa, the Caribbean, and the diaspora to participate in the 4th edition of CANEX Shorts. The competition seeks compelling, original storytelling across short fiction, documentary, and animation, reflecting the voices and perspectives shaping the continent’s creative future.

CANEX Shorts will conclude with film screenings and an award ceremony at CANEX WKND 2026, taking place in Lagos, Nigeria, from 5–8 November 2026.

Submissions Open 4th May 2026, submit here:

https://filmfreeway.com/canexshorts

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