The Zanzibar International Film Festival wrapped its 2026 edition with 65 films and an AI theme, putting East African cinema on the world map.
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Key Facts
—29th edition: The Zanzibar International Film Festival ran from 24 to 28 June 2026 in historic Stone Town.
—The theme: This year’s focus was “AI and the Art of Storytelling,” on how technology is reshaping filmmaking.
—The selection: 65 films were chosen from more than 400 submissions across over 100 countries.
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