
Ma-Afrika Setona
Ma-Afrika Setona is a talented South African filmmaker and graduate of the New York Film Academy, recognized for her Bafta-nominated thesis film, 'Trouble Child,' which addresses themes of gender-based violence in her home country. After moving to Los Angeles at 18 to pursue her passion for film, Setona has been dedicated to creating culturally relevant narratives and is currently developing her debut feature, 'Mandla Man.' With a strong influence from her mother and a commitment to exploring her roots, she is quickly making her mark in the predominantly male film industry.
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Ma-Afrika Setona is making her own way in Hollywood as a filmmaker.
Ma-Afrika Setona is making her own way in HollywoodMail & Guardian·
South Africa· 2026-09-10



