Welcome to News & Insights, a space to explore the ideas, people and audiences around African film and screen storytelling.

Rehoben Inspiraxion Media connects an interest in authentic African stories with production, directing, distribution, exhibitions, festivals, audience development and practical learning. This section brings those interests into a continuing editorial conversation.

Stories beyond the screen

We want to examine the decisions behind a project: how an idea develops, what a production needs and how a film might reach people who will connect with it.

Our opening articles introduce RIM’s production approach, offer a starting point for planning a screening and consider what makes a useful workshop. Each is intended to help a reader take a clearer next step.

What you can expect here

  • RIM perspectives on African storytelling and creative collaboration.
  • Practical guides for filmmakers, programme hosts and learning partners.
  • Confirmed company announcements as projects and programmes develop.
  • Relevant industry news, with links to the original source and a clear explanation of why it matters to our readers.

An idea under discussion is different from a confirmed project. We will make that distinction clear when writing about productions, programmes, partnerships and opportunities. We will also distinguish RIM’s commentary from third-party reporting.

A wider creative conversation

African Origin is part of RIM’s interest in culture, creative achievement and people of African heritage. Where an interview or conversation is available, this section can provide context and a route to the relevant episode or material.

We also welcome useful questions from readers. The most valuable topics often begin with a real challenge: preparing a production brief, shaping a screening programme or deciding what a team needs to learn next.

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Have an idea for an article, an interview or a creative collaboration? Contact RIM with a short introduction. Please agree a suitable route with us before sending confidential materials or full scripts.

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