Africa is producing some of the world’s most captivating documentaries, a genre that allows filmmakers to tell riveting stories that revisit the past while challenging the inequities of the present.
This year’s International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam showcased a wide spectrum of African talent, with films from the continent competing in a wide array of categories.
Shared histories and common struggles unite African stories in many ways. From farmers’ struggles in Madagascar to student protests against police brutality in Nigeria, these films reflect the continent’s enduring need for development, accountability and peace.
Here are eight festival selections to watch:
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