Film Afrika recently concluded its first ever Familiarisation Tour, welcoming key executives from top global studios to experience South Africa’s world-class production capabilities first-hand.  

Delegates from major studios including, amongst others, Warner Bros Discovery: HBO + HBO Max participated in this immersive showcase of South Africa’s unique advantages.   

The programme included:  

• Exclusive studio tours tailored to international production needs
• Location scouting across the Cape’s diverse landscapes 
• Insightful sessions on budgeting, scheduling, and logistics 
• Networking opportunities with high calibre local suppliers and crew 
• Demonstrations of cutting edge facilities and set expertise
• Strategic consultations with Film Afrika’s senior production team 

Why Global Studios Are Turning to South Africa  

As global demand for premium content resumes, established production markets face mounting constraints. South Africa stands out as the clear solution combining advanced infrastructure, favourable costs, and creative versatility.  

• World-Class Facilities: Fully serviced soundstages and state-of-the-art post-production suites.
• Awe-inspiring Locations: Endless variety of filming locations just minutes from Cape Town. 
• Unmatched Value: A favourable exchange rate and efficient local pricing delivers significant cost savings without compromising quality. 
• Speed and Flexibility: Adaptable scheduling and responsive support enables producers to move swiftly in an increasingly competitive content landscape.  

Mark Costa, SVP Physical Production HBO/HBO Max, said: “Cape Town offers an impressive range of landscapes and aesthetics within a short radius – from dramatic coastlines and rugged mountains to modern architecture and historic neighborhoods. Crews are highly skilled, efficient, and used to working on both large-scale international productions and independent projects. Equipment houses are well-stocked, and Cape Town Studios is on par with top-tier global sound stage standards.”

As one of Southern Africa’s leading film and television production services companies, Film Afrika offers end-to-end production solutions to international filmmakers. With 30 years of experience and more than 130 international projects completed, the company provides exceptional crews, seamless logistics, and access to some of the world’s most breathtaking locations. 

Rudi van As, CEO Film Afrika, says: “This tour was a powerful reminder of the value South Africa brings to international productions. We’ve built a production ecosystem that balances efficiency with excellence, at every level. We look forward to deepening our partnerships and helping more studios realise their creative visions right here in South Africa.” 

For more information, visit www.filmafrika.com