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European Film Festival hosts annual celebration of cinema

EFF 2025
EFF 2025

The Delegation of the European Union to Botswana officially launched the 2025 European Film Festival on Monday during a press conference held in Gaborone.

Delivering the keynote address, EU Ambassador to Botswana and SADC Petra Pereyra outlined the festival’s vision and its diverse lineup, highlighting its role in promoting cultural dialogue and shared human experiences.

“In these times, when the world can often feel divided, cinema reminds us of our commonalities and shared dreams that unite us all,” said Pereyra. She encouraged the public to explore the curated selection of films that celebrate storytelling from across Europe and beyond.

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