Philipo Ngonyani is a 25-year-old photography, poetry and travel enthusiast with a laser-sharp focus on becoming a film director.
“There is this young African generation that is hungry for good African content. My desire to feed them and satisfy their hunger is what fires me up,” says Ngonyani.
His favourite films are Farewell Ella Bella by Lwazi Mvusi, The Intern by Nancy Meyers and Bamako by Abderrahmane Sissako. When it comes to TV, Ngonyani’s favourite show is Friday Night Live.
23-year-old Tanzanian freelance journalist Kefa Igilo has always been passionate about television or radio presenting, and plans to pursue his dream of becoming a seasoned film producer and TV news anchor as part of the MultiChoice Talent Factory Academy’s Class of 2019.
“I hope this academy will [help me] create a better version of myself by learning from professional filmmakers and fellow teammates. It will change my discipline and behaviour in a positive way,” says Igilo.
22-year-old Tanzanian Audrey Seme is passionate about music and animation. Armed with a BA in Motion Picture Medium and a BA Honours in Motion Picture Medium from AFDA Johannesburg, Seme has set her sights on delving into the world of cinematography through the MultiChoice Talent Factory Academy.