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The South African Screen Federation (SASFED) is the national federation of independent film, television and audio-visual industry organisations in South Africa. SASFED represents a broad spectrum of industry players who engage on industry strategy, policy and interventions to empower, unify and strengthen the SA screen industry.

what we do AGM Notice

Aims & Objectives

SASFED stands for a united, non-racial, non-sexist and democratic South Africa. The federation is working towards a film and television industry that deeply and fairly fulfils its economic, social and cultural potential.

Our goals and values

Office Bearers

The member organisations together control the activities of SASFED via representative Council Members, who sit on the SASFED Council. 

Our leadership team

Members, Affiliations & Partners

Through its Member organisations, Affiliates and Partners, SASFED represents a broad spectrum of industry players.

About Membership

SASFED Members

Industry News & Events

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Welcome to our new SASFED member – SABAG

We look forward to working with SABAG in building a more inclusive, equitable, and collaborative South African film and television industry—one that recognises and values every contribution, including the thousands of background actors who help bring our stories to life.
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Vacancy – SASFED Leadership Opportunity

SASFED is seeking a dynamic, strategic and relationship-driven leader to guide the federation into its next phase of growth and impact.
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Department of sports, arts and culture Minister Gayton McKenzie

How Gayton McKenzie is ruining the arts and culture industry

Published in City Press: 20 April 2025. The SA Screen Federation charges that Gayton McKenzie is promoting nepotism, political patronage and unprofessionalism within the artistic bodies over which his department has oversight. 
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