Women as Workers and Warriors (UWC, 5 Jun)
Shameela Seedat
Moderator
A human rights lawyer turned mutli-award winning filmmaker, her films focus on social activism and strong women characters.
Zipporah (Zippy) Nyaruri
Panelist
A director and emerging producer whose work has premiered at major festivals worldwide.
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ZuBeDa Portia Cele
Panelist
A South African casting specialist with over 15 years’ experience, delving into issues of survival and humanity
Mmabatho Montsho
Panelist
An award-winning writer, director and visual artist whose work explores justice and feminism, whils also shaping South Africa’s film industry through advocay.
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Nomandla Vilakazi
Panelist
A documentary filmmaker who transforms everyday realities into deeply human stories rooted in truth and social consciousness.
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Nicole Schafer
Panelist
A South African documentary filmmaker drawn to stories that reveal the quiet complexities of belonging and life across borders.
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