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African Screenwriters Showcase Talent at Series Mania Forum

3/25/2026

Summary

Story summary

Mona Ombogo (Kenyan screenwriter) will pitch her series "Kanaan" at the Series Mania Forum in Lille, France, March 24–26, 2026, as one of four African writers after six months in Realness Institute’s AuthenticA Series Lab.
Gamel Apalayine (Ghana) will present "The Gospel According to Charlotte Nelson" at the Series Mania Forum.
Joladé Olusanya (Nigeria/UK) will present "Kid: The Hogan Bassey Story" at Series Mania Forum, underscoring Africa's push for storytelling.

History

Historical Context

Established in 2021, the AuthenticA Series Lab aims to empower African screenwriters, enhancing global media diversity. Supported by the Realness Institute, it has enabled writers like Mona Ombogo and Gamel Apalayine to gain international recognition. This initiative aligns with the African Renaissance, reflecting a significant cultural shift that promotes African narratives in global entertainment, as showcased at the Series Mania Forum in Lille.

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Story summary

Mona Ombogo (Kenyan screenwriter) will pitch her series "Kanaan" at the Series Mania Forum in Lille, France, March 24–26, 2026, as one of four African writers after six months in Realness Institute’s AuthenticA Series Lab.
Gamel Apalayine (Ghana) will present "The Gospel According to Charlotte Nelson" at the Series Mania Forum.
Joladé Olusanya (Nigeria/UK) will present "Kid: The Hogan Bassey Story" at Series Mania Forum, underscoring Africa's push for storytelling.

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