Pan-African · Global Institution
PAARA Global
Institute
The Global Infrastructure & Voice for African Actors.
Advancing Craft, Protecting Rights, Connecting Talent.
- 20+
- Countries Active
- 1,000+
- Registered Actors
- 4
- Major Pillars
- 50+
- Partners
About PAARA
An international institution built for African excellence.
The Pan-African Actors Roundtable & Awards (PAARA) is a global professional body uniting African actors across the continent and the diaspora. We advance the craft, protect the welfare of our members, and project African cinematic excellence to the world.
Through advocacy, training, a verified actor marketplace and a world-class awards programme, PAARA is building the infrastructure for the next generation of African storytelling.
Learn MoreOur Four Pillars
How we serve the craft.
Advocacy
Representing and protecting the rights, welfare and creative interests of African actors across continents.
Training
World-class masterclasses, mentorship and capacity-building for actors at every stage of craft.
Marketplace
Connecting verified African talent with casting directors, producers and studios globally.
Awards
Honouring excellence in African cinema and television through the prestigious PAARA Awards.
Executive Leadership
Led by Africa's most respected voices.
Dr. Emeka Rollas, M.O.N
Founder & President
Brown Ene
Executive Director
Vice President — Africa
Regional Leadership
Vice President — Europe
Diaspora Leadership
Vice President — North America
Diaspora Leadership
Vice President — Caribbean
Diaspora Leadership
Nkem Machie
Director of Media & Communications
Anita Odiakose
Director of Partnerships & Sponsorship
PAARA Summit 2026
The African Actor in a Global Industry
Upcoming Flagship Event
The Annual PAARA Summit.
Three days of masterclasses, advocacy roundtables and industry power-sessions — culminating in the prestigious PAARA Awards Gala.
- 14 – 16 November 2026
- Eko Convention Centre, Lagos
- Hybrid · streamed worldwide
Trusted by partners across the industry
Your craft deserves a global stage.
Join thousands of African actors building the future of our industry through PAARA.
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