Ghana National Film Authority

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Ghana National Film Authority (NFA)
AbbreviationNFA
Formation16 December 2016
FounderParliament of the Republic of Ghana.
PurposeGovernance, classification, and promotion of the film industry in Ghana.
HeadquartersBehind Gold Coast Restaurant, GL-062-2197, Osu Ave Extension, Accra.
Location
FieldsFilm Industry
Parent organization
Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Republic of Ghana.
Website https://nfa.gov.gh/

The Ghana National Film Authority (NFA) is an organization responsible for regulating, promoting, and supporting the film industry in Ghana. [1] Established under the Development and Classification of Film Act, 2016 (Act 935), [2] the NFA aims to ensure the growth and sustainability of the film sector in Ghana. [3]

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Key functions

According to the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, the NFA (which is one of its agencies) was formed to perform the following functions: [1]

The NFA is tasked with the classification of films, ensuring that content meets national standards and guidelines. [4] This includes categorizing films based on suitability for different audiences.

The NFA works to promote Ghanaian films both domestically and internationally. This includes supporting filmmakers in producing quality content and facilitating their participation in global film markets and festivals. [5] [6]

The NFA provides support for the development of the film industry through funding, training programs, and workshops aimed at building the capacity of industry professionals. [7]

It ensures the implementation of national policies related to the film industry, coordinating with other government agencies and stakeholders to achieve cohesive industry growth.

The NFA advocates for the interests of the Ghanaian film industry, [8] representing the sector in negotiations and collaborations with international partners and organizations.

Activities

The Ghana National Film Authority (NFA) has undertaken several initiatives under its core responsibilities, including:

Ghana Cinema Week

The NFA (in collaboration with Afrocinema+) introduced Ghana Cinema Week in 2022 as an initiative to promote cinema culture in Ghana. Following the timeline line of the maiden edition, it is held in December each year. Below is a table of all the editions celebrated. [9]

EditionYearDate
Maiden edition [10] 202223–29 December 2022
Second edition [11] [12] 202315–22 December 2023

The Film Classification Criteria

The Film Classification Criteria is a specific system for categorising films based on their content, themes, and suitability for different audiences. This system assists viewers in determining the appropriate age group for each film and ensures that the content aligns with Ghanaian cultural, moral, and societal standards. [4]

Black Star Films

This initiative involved the change of the name of the Ghana Film [8] industry from "Ghallywood/Gollywood" [13] to "Black Star Films". The re-branding aimed to showcase the cultural heritage of Ghana, gain global recognition, establish standardised naming conventions, and create a brand identity for the industry. The unveiling ceremony took place on 8 December 2021 at the Gold Coast Restaurant (Accra).

Africa Cinema Summit

The Africa Cinema Summit (ACS) is organized by the NFA (in collaboration with other stakeholders) [14] to foster collaboration within the African film industry. The summit aims to bring together industry leaders and decision-makers to discuss the African cinema landscape, provide networking opportunities, highlight industry trends and opportunities, showcase African talent, and feature modern cinema industry technologies and services. The inaugural edition was held 14–16 November 2023 at the Movenpick Grand Ambassador Hotel, Accra, with the President of the Republic of Ghana in attendance. [15]

EditionYearDate
Inaugural edition [16] [17] 202314–16 November 2023
Second edition [18] [19] 20247–10 October 2024 [20] [21]

Structure

The NFA is governed by a board that is appointed by the President of Ghana, according to Act 70 [22] of the Constitution of Ghana. The board consists of:

  1. A chairperson (preferably a well-qualified film practitioner with notable experience and an expert in the Ghanaian film industry);
  2. A representative of the Copyright Office (to be nominated by the Attorney-General and Minister for Justice);
  3. A representative from each of the following sectors (to be nominated by the Minister of the relevant sector):
  4. A representative from each of the following (to be nominated by the organizations):
    • Ghana Actors' Guild,
    • Film Producers' Association of Ghana,
    • Ghana Academy of Film and Television Arts,
    • Women in Film and Television,
    • Collective Management Organization of Audiovisual Rights Owners,
    • Film Distributors and Marketers, and
    • Film Crew Association of Ghana;
  5. A representative from the TV network (to be nominated by the TV stations); and
  6. The Executive Secretary.

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