JBX Talks creates a collaborative space for filmmakers, producers, content creators, creatives, industry professionals, film students, and attendees of JBX Business and the general public. The programme includes a dynamic range of film and television-related panels, masterclasses, workshops, in-conversations, and script reading sessions. These sessions dive into current industry trends and innovations, helping to build long-lasting industry connections.
Thembalethu Mfebe
Welkom-born producer, writer and director Thembalethu Mfebe completed his Honors degree at UCt in Film and Television Drama in 2014 before graduating from the MultiChoice Talent Factory in 2015.
Jennifer Okafor-Iwuchukwu
Jennifer Okafor-Iwuchukwu is a trailblazer in the global entertainment industry, currently serving in a management role that champions TV and film writers, directors, producers…
Slyvester Chauke
Sylvester Chauke is obsessed with the vibrant buzz of high streets or the hustle of supermarket aisles. Always on the prowl, he observes consumers interacting with brands, dissecting their choices with a marketer’s precision and a disruptor’s flair.
Theo Dumont
Dumont is the co-founder and co-director of the Oscar-Qualifying HollyShorts Film Festival, Hollywood Comedy Festival and co-founder of the Mammoth Film Festival. As a Managing Partner at Alta Global Media, Dumont spearheads media relations…
Zanele Mthembu
Zanele is the MD and Executive Producer at Brown Panther Films, a part-time lecturer at the Tshwane University of Technology, and currently serves as the Acting Head of Programmes at Sisters Working in Film and Television (SWIFT)…
Marc Schwinges
Marc Schwinges is a seasoned COO, Executive Producer, and production deal architect specialising in film and television budgeting, finance structuring—including commissions, presales, rebates, equity, grants, and co-production…
Sari Ruda
Ruda has built a dynamic career at the intersection of storytelling, cross-cultural collaboration, and economic development in the creative industries. Her expertise spans business development, B2B marketing, communications…
Mmabatho Montsho
Mmabatho Montsho is a multidisciplinary fimlmmaker and an award-winning writer and director, and visual artist. Guided by a passion for social justice, she has curated and managed the Human Rights Film Festival…
Vusi Africa
Multi award winning director Vusi Africa paved his way as one of South Africa’s most influential contemporary filmmakers when he debuted with the award-winning feature film Letters of Hope(2019) at the 40th DIFF in competition…
Pia Marais
Pia Marais born in Johannesburg, South Africa to a Swedish mother and South African father. She initially studied Art in London, Amsterdam and finally the Kunstakademie in Düsseldorf before going on to study film in Berlin at the DFFB…
Jordy Sank
Jordy Sank is a two-time South African Film and TV Award-winning Director, Screenwriter and Producer known for his feature documentary “I Am Here” (2021), which also won the Best South African Documentary Award at the Durban International Film Festival (2021)…
Dr. Syleecia Thompson
Dr. Syleecia Thompson is a multifaceted leader in education, entertainment, and media. As an Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship & Business at National University, she empowers future innovators with…
Gary Rathbone
Gary Rathbone is the founder and Director of Sportscape Media, focused on the business of sports media including media rights, broadcasting and sponsorships. The business advises broadcasters and sponsors on media content strategies and acquisitions…
Nicola van Niekerk
Nicola van Niekerk is a highly accomplished broadcast and television professional with over 17 years of experience in the industry, demonstrating expertise and leadership across diverse genres and platforms…
Femi Odugbemi
Femi Odugbemi is a renowned filmmaker, TV Producer and creative leader with over three decades of experience in the African film and media industry. As the founder of Zuri24 Media, he has created groundbreaking projects such as Battleground, Brethren, Movement Japa, and Covenant…
Naledi Bogacwi
Masters degree graduate Naledi Bogacwi is a multi-disciplinary producer whose work both on film and stage has earned the recognition of the most coveted organisations in both industries. Naledi paved her way as an award-winning film Producer and Writer…
Steven Adams
Peabody award winning Manager/Producer Steven Adams is a Founding Partner at Alta Global Media with a distinguished history of developing and producing film & TV with international talent and media companies….
Fabien Martorell
In the world of contemporary genre cinema, few directors command as much attention as Martorell. With 18 awards and 25 nominations spanning the United States, United Kingdom, and France, his work has left an indelible mark on international filmmaking…
Dr. Victor Okhai
Dr Victor Okhai is a celebrated figure in the world of film and television, renowned for his contributions to African and global entertainment. As the National President of the Directors’ Guild of Nigeria (DGN) and co-founder of the Guild…
Andy Mundy-Castle
Founder of Doc Hearts, Andy Mundy-Castle is known for producing high end content that authentically represents diverse communities with immediacy, sophistication and scale. With over 15 years of experience in the industry…
Firdoze Bulbulia
(MA) African Studies; Ohio University, USA; BA (Dramatic Arts Honours, WITS University, South Africa); Teacher’s Diploma in English and Afrikaans and a Licentiate (ATCL-LTCL) in Drama from Trinity College, UK….
Wikus du Toit
WIKUS DU TOIT currently serves as the Senior Manager: Scripted Content at Multichoice, overseeing the production of films, dramas, and comedies, as well as international co-productions, including series such as Spinners…
Motheo Moleko
Motheo Moleko is the co-founder of Freshnow, and Culture Spec. Freshnow is a digital marketing business where culture is the X factor in delivering results for their clients. Culture Spec is a talent management business…
Moses Mmutlane
He has been part of a powerful Teams for more than 30years which ran the show at Herdboys, Saatchi & Saatchi, Nail, Caxtons, Penta Communications, Bop Broadcasting Radio and TV Producer, and some of the leading advertising agencies…
Penny Lebyane
Penny has become a multi-levelled media practitioner, with over 20 years’ experience in both Radio and Television. She is a mother, advocate for change and a passionate speaker on all things’ mental wellness amongst other topics...
Alastair Orr
Alastair Orr’s journey has taken him from independent filmmaking to entrepreneurship, leading him to helm The Refinery. As the head of The Refinery in Cape Town and in Johannesburg, he brings together his background in storytelling…
Mmamitse Thibedi
Mmamitse Thibedi, founder and Executive Producer of ORIGINS PICTURES, is a visionary leader shaping the South African television landscape. Since graduating from AFDA, she’s consistently delivered groundbreaking work…
Kabelo KB Ngakane
Kabelo is a 27-year entertainment industry and communications professional with over 10 years of corporate business facilitation and brokering entrepreneur, with experience across the African continent in Television & Radio…
Vuyani Sondlo
Vuyani is a film practitioner with over 25 years of experience having started out in the early 1990’s. Over these years he has been a practicing film editor and a visiting lecturer at various higher learning institutions in the country...
Tracy-Ann van Rooyen
As the new Executive Head of Content Strategy for Showmax, Tracy-Ann is tasked with leading the SVOD programming strategy for Multichoice in Africa. With over 20 years of experience…
Phumi Morare
Phumi Morare is an NAACP Image Award-winning, Oscar-shortlisted writer and director from South Africa. Passionate about exploring the Black female gaze, she tells intimate stories of ordinary heroes, people of color, and women…
Pearl Munonde
Pearl has a solid foundation in production, having built her career by rising through the ranks and gaining extensive knowledge at each level. She is an accomplished Producer and Line Producer who has produced hundreds of hours…
Tumisho Mahlase
Magangwe Mahlase is a multifaceted creative force—a writer, director, and film lecturer—who holds a Master’s Degree from the Tshwane University of Technology in South Africa. His work delves deeply into the intricate tapestry of family relationships...
Nandisa Mkhize
Nandisa nurtured her love for film and television at the University of Cape Town where she completed a Film and Television degree with honours with a specific focus on writing. Af-ter graduating cum laude, she joined the M-Net Magic in Motion programme…
Mpho Sekhoto
Mpho’s journey from Alexandra Township in Johannesburg to the international cricket stage is a remarkable story of talent, determination, and vision. Scouted by Dr. Ali Bacher, the then CEO of the United Cricket Board, Mpho’s potential was recognized early…
Asanda Munyu
Asanda Munyu is a seasoned public relations professional with over a decade of experience in influencer marketing, communications, and brand strategy. Currently serving as the Head of Influencer Marketing, Asanda has collaborated with leading…