Vicensia Shule announced that the event, scheduled to take place from July 2 to 6, 2025, in Moshi, Tanzania, aims to develop the country’s creative and tourism sectors.
Shule stated that Tanzania’s film industry is growing rapidly but needs robust systems to achieve further progress. “Kilimanjaro is a destination renowned for its tourism. That’s why we decided to organize a film festival to bring Tanzanian films to the international stage,” she said.
The Kilimanjaro Film Festival (KFF) aims to preserve and promote Tanzania’s cultural heritage. The festival stands out from others by focusing on authentic African stories from local communities. Shule explained that the event aims to achieve international recognition for Tanzanian productions, create income opportunities for filmmakers, foster professional networking, and increase visibility on global platforms.
The festival season’s opening took place last Friday in Tanzania’s capital, Dar es Salaam. This event was seen as part of a larger initiative to strengthen the connection between creative sectors and tourism.
Positioning itself as a platform that encourages the authentic portrayal of local stories, the KFF aspires to elevate Tanzania’s film and tourism industries to a global level.
