fespaco film festival
Established legitimate festival
FESPACO, the Panafrican Film and Television Festival of Ouagadougou, is a biennial film festival held in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, and is widely regarded as the leading event for African cinema. It is notable for accepting only films by African filmmakers, chiefly produced in Africa, and for serving as a major platform for networking, promotion, and the development of African film industries.
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+20 pts)
- 57 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Stade du 4-Août
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No red flags found
Festival Details
Founded
1969
Venue
Stade du 4-Août
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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