The Executive Secretary of the National Film Authority (NFA), Kafui Danku-Pitcher, has expressed her strong commitment to reviving and transforming Ghana’s film industry.
In an interview on Joy FM’s Showbiz A-Z, Kafui shared her vision for a vibrant, well-funded, and efficiently regulated film sector that benefits all stakeholders, from producers to exhibitors.
Kafui, who assumed her new role just a month ago, brings with her a renewed sense of optimism and a results-driven approach. Speaking to host Kwame Dadzie, she identified the key areas of concern facing the industry—namely funding, distribution, and the decline of cinema culture—as top priorities under her leadership.
“When we grant interviews addressing our problems in the industry, apart from reviving the cinema culture, we also talk mainly about funding and distribution,” Kafui stated. “So we want to work towards getting the film fund, and also I am gonna get the industry working again.”
To lay the groundwork for this transformation, Kafui has been actively engaging with stakeholders to understand their challenges and foster collaboration. These early consultations aim to position the NFA as a responsive and forward-thinking regulatory body that is attuned to the realities of local content producers.
As part of her immediate action plan, the NFA has issued a press release reminding film practitioners of the need to register with the authority to obtain the necessary licences. This move ensures that films are legally classified in line with the Development and Classification of Film Act, 2016 (Act 935).
“In accordance with the Development and Classification of Film Act, 2016 (Act 935), the National Film Authority (NFA) reminds all filmmakers and exhibitors that all films intended for public exhibition in Ghana must be classified by the NFA,” the statement read.
The regulation applies to feature films, short films, trailers, TV series, documentaries, adverts, music videos, and other forms of audio-visual content intended for exhibition in cinemas, on television, streaming platforms, or any public space.
Importantly, beginning 1st May 2025, the NFA will enforce a new measure that requires every content producer, distributor, or exhibitor to hold a valid licence issued by the Authority before submitting content for classification. This measure is designed to streamline industry operations, promote professionalism, and uphold national standards.
The National Film Authority, established to regulate and promote the growth of Ghana’s film industry, continues to push forward its mandate through structured policies and inclusive strategies. Under Kafui Danku-Pitcher’s leadership, the NFA aims to nurture talent, attract investment, and boost international visibility for Ghanaian films.
With an ambitious roadmap ahead, Kafui’s proactive leadership is poised to reposition Ghana as a powerhouse in African cinema.
