Film Festivals

The South African Film Festivals (SAFFs) Canada, Australia-New Zealand and USA were established to raise funds for Education without Borders (EwB).

The SAFFs are proud to present features and documentaries that explore the culture, history and politics of South Africa – films that inspire, inform, and entertain.

The Festivals are non-profit events organized entirely by volunteers.

SAFF Canada

SAFF Australia and New Zealand

SAFF USA

visit SAFF CAN website

visit SAFF AUS-NZ website

visit SAFF USA website

Film Festivals over the years

SAFF Canada's in-person gala screening in Vancouver

SAFF Canada 2022

SAFF Canada's in-person gala screening of Blind Ambition in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Gcina Mhlophe and Lama Mugabo

Gcina Mhlophe discusses the film "Liyana" with VSAFF committee member Lama Mugabo and audience members after the screening.

Ann Nicholson and Dr. Wendy Royal

Ann Nicholson talks with VSAFF Committee Member Dr. Wendy Royal after the screening of "An Act of Defiance." Ann was tried and imprisoned by the Apartheid government along with Bram Fisher, the film's protagonist.

Nik Rabinowitz

Nik Rabinowitz performing at the Toronto South African Film Festival during the opening nigh.

Nik Rabinowitz

Well-known and beloved South African comedian, Nik Rabinowitz, opens SSAFF festival with a full-hearted entertaining introduction to the films.