Paris Hosts 16th Edition of African Diaspora International Film Festival
Paris is currently hosting the 16th edition of the African Diaspora International Film Festival, featuring a diverse selection of global cinema. Meanwhile, international developments include major corporate withdrawals and policy announcements.
The French capital of Paris is officially hosting the 16th edition of the African Diaspora International Film Festival, commonly known as FIFDA. The cultural event brings together cinema enthusiasts and filmmakers to celebrate international storytelling, running in the city from September 4 to September 6, 2026.
This year's festival programme features a carefully curated selection of 15 films representing 13 different countries from around the world. The cinematic lineup spans a wide variety of formats and genres, including fiction works, non-fiction projects, feature-length motion pictures, and short films designed to showcase diverse global perspectives.
In broader international news announced around the same period, ride-hailing giant Uber has officially announced its immediate withdrawal from both Nigeria and Uganda, ending its operations in those two African markets.
Separately, United Nations experts have stepped up diplomatic pressure by urging the implementation of a Sudan-wide arms embargo to address ongoing concerns in the region.
Meanwhile, on the domestic front in France, French President Emmanuel Macron has unveiled a brand new disability strategy aimed at addressing key social policy measures within the country.
