New African Film Festival
March 13–26
Now in its 22nd year, the New African Film Festival (NAFF), presented by AFI and Africa World Now Project, brings the vibrancy of African filmmaking from all corners of the continent and across the diaspora to the Washington, DC, area.
Special thanks to NAFF co-founders Mwiza Munthali and Judith Mbuya, and media sponsor WPFW.
Learn more about the festival here.
NAFF All-Access Passes on sale now at the AFI Silver Box Office!
The NAFF All-Access Pass grants you admission for one to every film in the 2026 New African Film Festival, including Opening Night, at a significant savings.
$150 General Admission
Purchase passes here.
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Q&A
Opening Night
Free for Silver Cinema Club
Q&AOpening NightFree for Silver Cinema Club
