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The Herald
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald
Limpopo filmmaker wins best African film award at Cannes Film Festival
Limpopo filmmaker Murena Emmanuel Netshitangani has won best African film award at the 78th annual Cannes Film Festival in France for his film Lubunyu . The film has also been selected for screening at the World Film Festival in Cannes. Filmed at Ha-Khakhu Makuleni in Limpopo, Lubunyu , which translates as 'the naked intruder', is based on a true story with fictionalised elements. It delves into the heart of a village torn between tradition and change, exploring themes of justice, deception and identity. The film features a star-studded cast, including Tshamano Sebe, Macdonald Ndou, Elsie Rasalanavho, Hangwani Ramakuwela, Nokukhanya Luthuli, Azwidohwi Tshirangwana and Murendeni Ramunenyiwa. It competed with some of the best African movies, such as the Nigerian film My Father's Shadow . After his win, the 34-year-old TUT alumnus took to Facebook to celebrate the victory. 'From the timeless mountains of Khakhu Makuleni, a name shall now echo across the world,' he said. 'What once was a patient waiting game has blossomed into a triumph — we bask in the glory of history: the second professional Venda film ever made. Who could have foreseen that it would all lead to this singular moment in time? We celebrate a monumental achievement — a boy from Venda, armed with nothing but a dream and a relentless spirit, has carried the heart of Venda culture onto the grand stage of the world.' Limpopo premier Phophi Ramathuba congratulated Ṋetshiṱangani on his achievement. 'This is a defining moment for the creative sector of Limpopo and South Africa. Ṋetshiṱangani has demonstrated that dreams nurtured in the quiet villages of Venḓa can echo across the world's grandest stages. We are immensely proud of him for carrying the heart of Venda, and indeed the spirit of Limpopo, to the world,' Ramathuba said.
TimesLIVE
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
Limpopo filmmaker wins best African film award at Cannes Film Festival
Limpopo filmmaker Murena Emmanuel Netshitangani has won best African film award at the 78th Annual Cannes Film Festival in France for his film Lubunyu. The film has also been selected for screening at the World Film Festival in Cannes. Filmed at Ha-Khakhu Makuleni in Limpopo, Lubunyu, which translates as 'the naked intruder', is based on a true story with fictionalised elements. It delves into the heart of a village torn between tradition and change, exploring themes of justice, deception and identity. The film features a star-studded cast, including Tshamano Sebe, Macdonald Ndou, Elsie Rasalanavho, Hangwani Ramakuwela, Nokukhanya Luthuli, Azwidohwi Tshirangwana and Murendeni Ramunenyiwa. It competed with some of the best African movies, such as the Nigerian film My Father's Shadow. After his win, the 34-year-old TUT alumnus took to Facebook to celebrate the victory. 'From the timeless mountains of Khakhu Makuleni, a name shall now echo across the world,' he said. 'What once was a patient waiting game has blossomed into a triumph — we bask in the glory of history: the second professional Venda film ever made. Who could have foreseen that it would all lead to this singular moment in time? We celebrate a monumental achievement — a boy from Venda, armed with nothing but a dream and a relentless spirit, has carried the heart of Venda culture onto the grand stage of the world.' Limpopo premier Phophi Ramathuba congratulated Ṋetshiṱangani on his achievement. 'This is a defining moment for the creative sector of Limpopo and South Africa. Ṋetshiṱangani has demonstrated that dreams nurtured in the quiet villages of Venḓa can echo across the world's grandest stages. We are immensely proud of him for carrying the heart of Venda, and indeed the spirit of Limpopo, to the world,' Ramathuba said.
Express Tribune
16-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Yumna Zaidi through her mother's eyes
Actor Yumna Zaidi recently shared a photograph on her Instagram account, captured by her mother, Shabana Naheed Zaidi. In the image, Yumna is seated stylishly against a serene backdrop, dressed in black trousers paired with a beige high-neck and a cosy shawl. She captioned the post: "Who can beat the photos my Ammi takes of me?" Adding a sweet postscript, she wrote, "I feel this is how she sees me: 'beautiful' and 'clean.'" The post garnered significant attention from fans, who praised Yumna's natural beauty and grace. Netizens flocked to the photos, leaving comments that highlighted the natural elegance of the shot and the evident bond between mother and daughter: "Mashallah, very pretty" and "My prettiest baby!" Earlier this year, in an interview, Yumna opened up about the profound impact of losing her father at a young age. She shared that grief has deepened her spirituality and connection with God, stating, "It is during times of grief that I have felt the closest to Allah." She also emphasised the lasting influence of her father's values, including honesty, kindness, and loyalty, which continue to guide her life and career. Yumna's cinematic debut in Nayab has garnered international acclaim. The film, which tells the story of a female cricketer overcoming gender-based challenges, won the Best Feature Film award at the South Asian International Film Festival in Florida. Yumna's portrayal of the titular character earned her the Best Actress award at the same festival. The film also received recognition at the World Film Festival in Cannes, further cementing its success. Beyond her professional achievements, Yumna maintains a close relationship with her family, often sharing moments that reflect her personal life. In January 2022, she posted a heartfelt birthday message for her mother, reciting a poem and expressing deep affection.
Arab Times
19-02-2025
- Automotive
- Arab Times
Kuwait places road safety at the heart of its development strategy: Al-Mashaan
MARRAKESH, Morocco, Feb 19: Dr. Noura Al-Mashaan, the Minister of Public Works, stated on Wednesday that the State of Kuwait has prioritized road safety in its development plans and work programs. The country has been implementing road development, expansion, and maintenance projects using high-quality materials to enhance durability and extend the lifespan of its roads. Al-Mashaan made these remarks to the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) during her participation in the fourth session of the Global Ministerial Conference on Road Safety, which is currently taking place in Marrakesh. The conference, under the theme "Commitment for Life," has seen the participation of ministers and experts from around the world. She explained that the involvement of the Ministry of Public Works and the Roads and Land Transport Authority in this global conference aims to highlight road safety as a key issue that concerns society. Al-Mashaan emphasized Kuwait's commitment to applying the best methods and practices in infrastructure development, improving safety standards, and supporting policies and strategies aimed at reducing traffic accidents and minimizing both human and material losses. The Global Ministerial Conference, organized by the World Health Organization in collaboration with the Moroccan Ministry of Transport and Logistics, began on Tuesday and will continue for three days. The conference focuses on the challenges posed by traffic accidents and aims to propose solutions and policies aligned with the United Nations' goal of reducing deaths from traffic accidents by half by 2030. In addition to the main conference sessions, several parallel events are taking place, including the "World Film Festival" on road safety, international youth participation in road safety, and a meeting of the Global Alliance of Non-Governmental Organizations involved in road safety initiatives. The conference will conclude with the adoption of the "Marrakesh Declaration," which will form the basis for the United Nations General Assembly resolution regarding the international goal.
CBC
31-01-2025
- Entertainment
- CBC
Lake Erie boat captains hope new documentary about them pulls back curtain on fishing for a living
Photographer and one-man-documentary-crew Daryl Granger started telling the story of Port Dover's commercial fishery because he had a question: "What happens to those boats that leave the harbour?" Granger lives a few minutes from the Ontario beach community on Lake Erie and enjoys visiting the "picturesque town" to take photos. In April, he met fishing-boat captain George Gibbons and asked if he could come aboard to film. Gibbons, who fishes for pickerel and perch, "took a chance" on him. "I was asking a lot of dumb questions because I didn't know a thing about fishing," Granger said, adding he doesn't like eating fish. But as he met more people working in the fishery, and went on the eight boats operating there, Granger learned the ropes. The fishery's story, which Granger pieced together through months of work, is the basis of a new two-hour documentary: Netting the Waters. It has been screened in recent months at film festivals in Europe and the U.S., including the World Film Festival in Cannes, where it won best educational film, and The IndieFest Film Awards in California, where it won an Award of Merit. Granger produced the documentary out of RoseLe Studio, in the nearby community of Simcoe, which he and his wife own. The film is Granger's first and had a budget of $5,500 budget. He filmed, wrote, edited it and did the voiceover. "People are embracing this film," Granger said. Gibbons said he "can't imagine why" strangers are so interested in what he does. That the documentary has been part of film festivals is "a bit surreal now, isn't it?" he said. "I think it's really weird." Setting 'the record straight' about fishing The film shows how fish are caught, the dangers workers face and the government framework they operate within. The film premiered in Simcoe in October and has since played elsewhere in Ontario including Tecumseh, London, Leamington, and Waterloo, he said. On Saturday, it plays in Hamilton at Playhouse Cinema, with a second show scheduled for Tuesday. Gibbons said he agreed to be in the documentary to "set the record straight" about fishing — for instance, that the practice is uncontrolled. He's been in the business since he was a child and has fished full time since 1981. Throughout that time, he's heard misinformation about how fishers work and what they're allowed to do. In reality, he says, the profession is regulated to protect the environment. Gibbons fishes by gillnet — with gear that catches fish by the gills — and works with two deckhands. Part of their catch goes to Pleasant Port Fish Company, the local store he and his wife own, and the rest goes to a packing house in Wheatley, Ont., near the Western tip of the lake. Doc required early morning shoots Joe Zimba, captain of the Donna F, was also featured in the documentary. With two crewmates, he trawls for smelt and sends his catch to a processing plant in Chatham, Ont. From there, the fish are processed, frozen and sold around the world. He said he's "happy" to be in the documentary and that it's been great to show others what he does. "They see the boats go in and out but don't actually know what goes on in the lake," he said. To show that, Granger had to mirror the fishers' early-bird schedules, arriving at the marina at 3:30 a.m., to set up cameras on days he wasn't going out on the water. He used a variety of equipment, including underwater cameras and drones to get an above- and below-the-water view of the action, including fish going into nets and seagulls seeming to appear from thin air as fishers reeled in their catches. "I always wanted to try and send a camera down myself," Zimba said of the underwater shots, adding it was interesting to see his boat from all angles. "I'm more of a calm weather guy," Granger said, so he didn't go out on the roughest days, but he was able to capture big waves and stormy days, on which fish would slosh "every which way." Gibbons has been amazed by the number of people in town coming up to him and introducing themselves after seeing the documentary. "More people know me than ever," Zimba added, and some have stopped to tell him they appreciate his work. That's been nice, he said, as fishing can be a tough job. Some days, the crew doesn't catch anything and doesn't get paid. "We just go home, lick our wounds and wait for the next," Zimba said. He said he hopes audiences come away thinking: "Those guys are out there doing a good job and providing some food for us."
