UMP Festival integrates the Cape Maclear International Film Festival held in Malawi.

UMP Festival is unique ecofriendly, digitally enabled African festival held on the shores of the picturesque Lake Malawi as a vibrant celebration of African urban culture, film, arts, and cultural and creative industries. International acts and local talents come together to create a dynamic and inclusive atmosphere that includes meaningful engagement with the host lakeshore community.

- Films completed after January 1, 2023
- Films between 5-120 minutes long (except Short Series)
- Short Series with a total runtime of 45-300 minutes (3-5 episodes)
- No previous submissions to UMP Festival
- English language or English subtitles