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Rafiki Fariala

b. 1997

Congolese film director

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About Rafiki Fariala

Born 1997. Rafiki Fariala is a Congolese film director and singer.

Rafiki Fariala (born 1997) is a Congolese film director.

Early life Fariala was born in 1997 in Uvira. As a child, his family fled to Central African Republic during the Second Congo War.

Career In 2017, Fariala participated in the Varan documentary workshop in Bangui, releasing his debut short Mbi Na Mo the following year. His feature film debut, the 2022 documentary We, Students! about a group of friends at the University of Bangui, premiered at the 72nd Berlin International Film Festival.

Filmography

Awards and nominations Year Award Category Nominated work Result Ref. 2022 Cinéma du Réel Libraries AwardWe, Students! 2026 Cannes Film Festival Un Certain Regard Congo Boy

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Important facts

Born
1997, Kivu
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Film director, singer
Nationality
Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Rafiki Fariala?

Congolese film director

When was Rafiki Fariala born?

Rafiki Fariala was born in 1997 in Kivu.

What is Rafiki Fariala's occupation?

Rafiki Fariala is a film director and singer.

What nationality is Rafiki Fariala?

Rafiki Fariala is Congolese.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Rafiki Fariala

· Wikidata: Q126597533

· DBpedia: Rafiki Fariala

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