New leadership for NFVF

The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) recently announced a change in their executive management.

The foundation is an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture and serves as a governing body that has assisted in the development of local film making in South Africa.

The NFVF welcomed Peter Kwele, who has been entrusted with the responsibility of heading the marketing and communication department of the foundation, as well as Vuyo Sokupa, who will be heading the production and development department.

CEO at the NFVF Zama Mkosi shared a positive outlook on Kwepele’s appointment.

“We are confident that Mr Kwele will champion our cause and help fulfil our mandate of growing the industry. The industry is already experiencing growth and we believe his marketing and communications experience and expertise will help accelerate growth and reach out to the masses.

Mkosi also pointed out that Sokupa had a strong passion for developing film making locally.

“Ms Sokupa is extremely passionate about developing the South African film and television landscape. She has a post graduate Diploma in International Relations and African Studies, which we will definitely utilise in assisting the NFVF expand further into Africa to ensure that the partnerships we continue to form with African counterparts bear fruits. Both Peter and Vuyo will play instrumental roles as the NFVF continues to aid in the growth of the South African film industry,” she said.