Johannesburg, South Africa – 28 May 2025 – The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mr. Vincent Blennies, has resigned from his position on 27 May 2025. NFVF Council is addressing the matter with the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) and continues to work towards ensuring stability within the organisation.
The NFVF is an agency mandated by DSAC to provide funding for development, production, marketing, and distribution of films – including helping filmmakers represent and market their work internationally.
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About the NFVF: The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) is a statutory body mandated to promote and develop the South African film and video industry. It provides funding for film projects, facilitates training and skills development, and promotes South African content locally and internationally. The NFVF aims to create a sustainable and globally competitive industry that reflects the diverse stories and voices of South Africa.
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