Shaping Africa's Creative Future
Creativity is heritage, voice, and vision.
We nurture African artists, storytellers, and creative entrepreneurs with the skills, confidence, and global perspective needed to thrive. Through training, mentorship, and collaboration, we empower creatives to tell authentic African stories, build sustainable brands, and actively strengthen the creative economy across the continent.
Where culture meets innovation
Empowering the Next Generation of African Creatives
For over a decade, Mashariki has been at the forefront of reshaping the cultural and creative landscape of Rwanda and the African continent. What began in 2013 with the Mashariki African Film Festival has grown into a continental movement.
Our work has catalyzed the careers of hundreds of young creatives, supported the professional growth of artists from over 40 countries, and contributed to policy dialogues on creative industry development.
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What Drives Us
Purpose-Driven Growth
Businesses that contribute meaningfully to society
African Excellence
Locally rooted, globally competitive
Long-Term Value
Sustainable models over short-term gains
Creative Impact
Culture as an engine for development
Our Impact
A decade of transforming Africa's creative landscape
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Explore Our Programs
Filmmaking
Master the art of visual storytelling
Design
Create impactful visual experiences
Photography
Capture moments that tell stories
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Join the next generation of African creative leaders and shape the future of storytelling.
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