At the 12th Silk Road International Film Festival, South Africa's National Film and Video Foundation Acting CEO Onke Dumeko highlighted new opportunities for Sino-African cinematic collaboration during an interview with CGTN's Zhang Meng. Her insights reveal how cultural exchange and economic partnerships are reshaping creative industries across the Global South.
"The Chinese film industry masterfully balances ancient traditions with cutting-edge innovation," Dumeko observed, emphasizing its unique value proposition. "This duality creates fertile ground for cross-cultural storytelling that resonates globally."
The executive outlined practical collaboration models, noting: "South Africa's vibrant Chinese community forms a natural cultural bridge. As BRICS partners, we're prioritizing concrete projects – from co-productions to technology transfers – that deliver measurable results while building long-term creative partnerships."
This cultural diplomacy initiative aligns with broader economic cooperation under the BRICS framework, offering investors and creatives new avenues to engage with two of the world's most dynamic entertainment markets.
