The Animation Tanzania Film Festival (ATFF) is an annual celebration of local and international animations held in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

As one of the premier animation events in East Africa, ATFF aims to enhance the visibility and recognition of Tanzanian animation, facilitating networking with regional and global studios and investors.

Established to promote the art of animation and its cultural impact, ATFF features red carpet events, workshops, film screenings, panel discussions, art exhibitions, and an award ceremony. Join us for an unforgettable experience and be part of the future of animation in East Africa and beyond.

Awards & Prizes

At the Animation Tanzania Film Festival (ATFF), we celebrate excellence in animation with a variety of prestigious awards and exciting benefits:

Award Categories (Trophy Awards:

-Best 3D Animation
-Best 2D Animation
-Best Feauture Animation
-Best Animated Documentary
-Best Short Animation
-Best Short Animated Series
-Best Local Animation
-Best EA Animation
-Best International Animation
-Best Virtual Reality (VR) Animation
-Best Animated Comedy
-Best Student Animation
-Best Animated Commercial
-Best Demoreel/showreel Animation
-Best Social Media Animation skit
-Best Stop Motion Animation
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TALENT AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS

-Best Animation Director
-Best Animation Writer
-Best Animator(Female & Male)
-Best Production Design
-Best Voice Acting in Animation
-Best Motion Graphics
-Best Visual Effects (VFX)
-Best Character Design

Benefits for Winners

-Networking Opportunities
-Industry networking events.
-Mentorship Programs: Access to mentorship from leading professionals.
-International Exposure: Featuring work in international festivals.
-Professional Development: Workshops and seminars.

Join us at ATFF and be part of an inspiring celebration of animation excellence.

Rules & Terms

General Rules and Terms & Conditions for the Animation Tanzania Film Festival (ATFF)
General Rules

Eligibility

The festival is open to all filmmakers, animators, and studios, both local and international.
Entries must be original works of the submitter and must not infringe upon any copyrights or rights of any third parties.

Submission Guidelines

All submissions must be made through the official submission platform.
Each entry must include a completed submission form, a preview copy of the animation, and any required supporting materials.
Submission deadlines must be adhered to; late entries will not be accepted.

Categories

Entries must be submitted under the appropriate category:

Technical Requirements

Submitted animations must be in a format specified by the festival (e.g., MP4, MOV).
Animations should be provided in high definition (HD) quality.

Language

Non-English and non-Swahili entries must include English subtitles.
French-language entries must include English subtitles, if applicable.

Screening Rights

By submitting an animation, entrants grant ATFF the right to screen their film at the festival and use excerpts for promotional purposes.

Selection Process

All entries will be reviewed by a selection committee. The decision of the committee is final.
Selected films will be notified by the date specified by the festival.

Attendance

While not mandatory, filmmakers are encouraged to attend the festival.
ATFF does not cover travel or accommodation costs unless explicitly stated.
Terms & Conditions

Intellectual Property

The submitter must hold all necessary rights to the submitted work and is responsible for any claims regarding copyright infringement or unauthorized use.

Indemnity

The submitter agrees to indemnify and hold harmless ATFF, its affiliates, and partners from any claims, liabilities, losses, or damages arising out of the submission and screening of the animation.

Usage Rights

By submitting, the entrant grants ATFF the right to use the film, images, and other materials provided for promotional purposes, both online and offline.

Disqualification

ATFF reserves the right to disqualify any entry that does not meet the submission requirements or violates any of the rules or terms.

Modifications

ATFF reserves the right to make changes to the festival dates, venue, awards, and rules. Entrants will be notified of any changes.
Jurisdiction

Any disputes arising from participation in ATFF shall be governed by the laws of Tanzania.

Agreement

By submitting an entry to ATFF, the entrant acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agreed to all the above rules, terms, and conditions.