The Abiyán Animation Film Festival Opens Its Call for Entries

Published on January 09, 2026 | Translated from Spanish
Promotional poster for the Abiyán Animation Film Festival (FFAA) showing colorful animated characters and the event date on a background evoking Ivorian culture.

Abiyán Animation Film Festival Opens Its Call for Entries

The next edition of the Abiyán Animation Film Festival (FFAA) is underway and is seeking works from creators from anywhere in the world. This event, organized in Côte d'Ivoire, has as its main objective to showcase and promote the art of animation in its wide diversity. It offers a key platform for artists to showcase their talent to a global audience and industry professionals 🎬.

Rules and Categories for Submitting Works

Filmmakers must submit their films using the FilmFreeway platform. The official categories cover animated short films, feature films, television series, student-made projects, and animation aimed at children. It is a requirement that the works have been produced after January 1, 2023. The organizers request that the submitted materials include subtitles in French or English if the original language is another. The deadline for submitting proposals is August 15, 2024.

Key Details of the Call for Entries:
  • Submissions exclusively through FilmFreeway.
  • Works must be completed after January 1, 2023.
  • Subtitles mandatory in French or English for non-original languages.
The FFAA is consolidating as an essential window to connect emerging talent in animation with the international professional industry.

Evaluation of Works and Awards

An international jury, made up of renowned professionals in the animation sector, will be in charge of evaluating all the selected works. The festival will award several prizes in its different categories, highlighting the FFAA Grand Prize. The winners will not only receive recognition but also valuable visibility at an event that serves as a bridge between new talents and established studios or production companies. The award ceremony will take place in Abiyán during the festival.

Prizes and Benefits for Participants:
  • FFAA Grand Prize as the top award.
  • Recognition and visibility before the international industry.
  • Direct connection with professional studios and production companies.

A Reminder for Digital Artists

The challenge remains for your final render to complete in time to meet this submission deadline, a situation as common as it is demanding for any digital artist. Planning production and post-production time is key to not missing this opportunity 🌟.