The Ugandan historical docuseries Tuko Pamoja, produced by Nyati Motion Pictures, received an Honourable Mention at the AFRICA USA International Film Festival during the 2026 Cannes Film Festival in France. This recognition was specifically for the segment titled "Uganda: The Making of a Nation," which was screened at the event.

The Hollywood African Cinema Connection (HACC) will return to Cape Town from October 30 to November 2, 2026, presenting films and discussions centred on land, heritage, displacement and belonging. According to IOL, the programme also explores new models of film funding, positioning the event as a platform for African cinema stories and industry debate.

A 2025 BBC true-crime documentary exposing the exploitation of Ugandan girls trafficked into sex slavery in the United Arab Emirates has been featured in Plot Twist Picks' listicles of the best African films on YouTube, according to Sqoop. Titled Death in Dubai, the investigative film and podcast series by BBC Eye examines the tragic death of a Ugandan woman named Monic. The recognition highlights the documentary's impact in bringing attention to migrant abuse in the Gulf region.

A new industry platform called Nollywood Next is set to debut at TIFF: The Market in Toronto, according to BellaNaija. The initiative aims to connect Black filmmakers, producers, distributors and financiers, creating opportunities to explore film financing, international co-productions and global distribution. The platform is positioned as a step toward building a more connected Black film industry, linking Nollywood talent with global partners and resources at one of the world's major film market events.

Kenya's Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Korir Sing'Oei, has held discussions with British actor Idris Elba on opportunities within Africa's creative economy. According to KBC, Elba used the meeting to highlight practical challenges facing young artists and creative entrepreneurs across the continent. The talks focused on exploring avenues to support and grow the creative sector, which is seen as a significant potential driver of employment and economic development for Africa's youth.

Kenyan President William Ruto said his ambition to bring the Grammy Awards to Kenya is aimed at establishing Nairobi as Africa's creative hub, according to KBC. He also invited American industry leaders to help the country build an ecosystem that supports Kenya's creative economy. The remarks were reported by KBC Digital on 9 September 2026.