In a bold move to redefine Africa’s creative economy, NoSART 2025—the Nollywood/South Africa Actors Roundtable—emerges as a continental summit of unmatched resonance, convening Africa’s foremost actors, producers, and industry gatekeepers in Johannesburg, South Africa. Spearheaded by the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) and the South African Guild of Actors (SAGA), this historic roundtable is not just your regular gathering—it is a pan-African blueprint for cultural equity. Focused on the critical themes of collective bargaining, royalties, and residuals, NoSART 2025 seeks to confront outdated financial models and champion a fairer future for African talent across borders. This is a movement to institutionalize value, dignity, and sustainability for actors in Africa’s thriving film landscape.

This landmark convergence of stakeholders in Africa’s film and television industry, designed to initiate transformative conversations around royalty structures, collective bargaining frameworks, and creative sustainability will hold from July 9th to 13th, 2025 at Mercure Hotel Bedfordview, Johannesburg. The 5-day event will feature studio and city tours, roundtable discussions, exclusive masterclasses, networking sessions, and a prestigious cocktail & awards night.

1. To advocate and formulate continental frameworks for actor royalties, residuals, and intellectual property rights.
2. Promote collaboration and standardize best practices among actor unions across African nations.
3. Initiate meaningful engagement with governments and creative industry stakeholders toward legislation that protects and empowers actors continent-wide.

4. Provide actors with actionable knowledge and tools for long-term career monetization and brand growth.

1. Studio Visits & City Tour: A behind-the-scenes immersion into South Africa’s vibrant film infrastructure and cultural gems—designed to inspire, connect, and expose participants to thriving models of cinematic excellence.

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2. Roundtable Discussions: Hgh-level conversations among guild leaders, stakeholders, and creative pioneers exploring continental solutions to actor remuneration, royalties, rights enforcement, and industry reforms.

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3. Networking Reception: A dynamic space to connect talents, producers, guild executives, and media stakeholders—fostering lasting cross-border relationships and future collaborations.

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4. Actors Masterclass: An intensive learning experience led by seasoned African film icons—covering performance techniques, brand positioning, and industry navigation strategies for the modern actor.

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5. Cocktail Party & Awards: A glamorous evening to honor excellence, toast to progress, and recognize outstanding contributions to African cinema, culture, and union solidarity.

SUMMIT SCHEDULE

• July 9th: Arrival and Welcome Reception
  - Welcome remarks by the organizers
  - Networking reception
  
• July 10th: Film Studio Visits, City Tour & Networking
  - Visits to film studios in Johannesburg / City Tour
  - Networking space to connect talents, producers, guild executives, and media stakeholders
  
• July 11th: Panel Discussions & Masterclasses
  - Exploring continental solutions to actor remuneration, royalties, rights enforcement, and industry reforms.
  - An intensive learning experience led by seasoned African film icons
  
• July 12th: Cocktail Party & Awards
  - A glamorous evening to honor excellence, toast to progress, and recognize outstanding contributions to African cinema, culture, and union solidarity.
  
• July 13th: Departure

PARTICIPATION ELIGIBILITY:

Who Can Attend NoSART 2025?

• Registered members of recognized actor guilds and film associations across Africa
• Professional actors (mainstream or indie) with verifiable screen credits or portfolios
• Creative entrepreneurs in film production, talent management, or IP law
• Media and cultural policymakers supporting the advancement of the creative economy
• Industry stakeholders and sponsors interested in strategic partnerships and talent development