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From award-winner to festival #8 — Liphupho keeps rising!🌍🇸🇿

A Dream(Liphupho) has just received its *8th OFFICIAL SELECTION* — we’re headed to the , 2-8 August 2026!

This comes after winning *Best Feature Film at Uhuru Film Festival 2025* — our first major award. In 2025 we also screened at 5+ festivals including Matsulu Film Festival, eMalahleni Film Festival, FESTACWOOD International Film Festival, and Bushbuckridge Film Festival. This is our second selection for 2026 after Waterloo Film Festival in Durban confirmed the official selection of our Film.

*We started at home, with community:*
Launched at who gave us the space and sponsored our post production for this Film . Screened at Gables Movie Zone, also free of charge. Reached students at Bushfire Schools Festival 2024. s/o to .loku who also gave us the space to showcase our Film..

From Mbabane premieres to international awards to 8 festivals… siyabonga kakhulu.

To the team who made this passion project possible:
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To every actor, crew member, venue, and audience member this award and this selection belong to all of us.

Eswatini to the world. Liphupho lives. 🇸🇿

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Storytelling is therapy 🎥🇸🇿🎞️

We are thrilled to announce that “A Dream (Liphupho)”, has been officially selected for the 2026, taking place in Durban, South Africa.

This recognition highlights the creativity and dedication of local filmmakers contributing to the vibrant storytelling landscape of Eswatini. “A Dream (Liphupho)” explores themes of Believing in your dreams, family support and working hard.

The Waterloo Film Festival 2026 provides an exciting platform to showcase local talent internationally. We look forward to sharing this achievement and the film’s journey with audiences in Durban and beyond.

*Festival Details:*
- *Festival:* Waterloo Film Festival 2026
- *Location:* Durban, South Africa
- *Film:* A Dream (Liphupho)
- ⁠*Date:* 28-30 August 2026

Let’s create magic in 2026

Get ready for a cinematic treat! Our film, “A Dream Liphupho,” is set to screen at the prestigious FESTAC Africa Festival in Accra, Ghana, from September 21st to 27th!

"We're thrilled to announce that our film "A Dream (Liphupho)" has been officially selected for the in Accra, Ghana! 🎥🇬🇭

We're honored for this great selection on this amazing festival, showcasing the best of African cinema. Join us from September 21st to 27th as we celebrate the power of storytelling and filmmaking. 🌟
Salute to the Cast and crew for this wonderful collaboration..

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Special thanks to for supporting our film on Post-Production and help us launch this great film.

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We will be live on This Weekend Eswatini 17:30 do tune in 🇸🇿🇿🇦 Channel 286 on DSTV.

WE ARE BACK! My trip to the was an amazing experience! 🌟 The festival was well-organized, and the attendees were enthusiastic and engaged. I had the chance to network with fellow filmmakers, industry professionals, and potential collaborators. The city of Durban was also beautiful, and I enjoyed exploring its culture and cuisine.

- Lifa Lami' was well-received by the audience at the Waterloo Film Festival! 🎬 The Q&A session after the screening was lively, with many viewers resonating with the film's themes and characters. I was touched by the emotional responses and thought-provoking discussions that followed. It was clear that the film had made an impact on the audience.

-Attending the Waterloo Film Festival was a valuable experience for me as a filmmaker. I learned a lot about the industry, networking, and collaboration. I also gained insights into what works and what doesn't in film production. The festival provided a platform for me to showcase my work, receive feedback, and connect with like-minded creative
-I had the pleasure of meeting some talented directors and industry professionals at the festival, and we discussed potential collaborations. We're exploring opportunities for co-productions, workshops, and mentorship programs. It's exciting to think about the possibilities and how we can support each other in our creative journeys. The festival was a great catalyst for new connections and ideas!

And Special thanks to 🇸🇿 For sponsoring our attendance to represent our film (Lifa Lami) at the Waterloo Film Festival...