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Advocacy & Lobbying

Whitemore Ngwira

Whitemore Ngwira

Whitemore Ngwira

Hello! I’m White, together with Warwick & Sondia, we  advocate for SAFAITS members’ interests, ensuring their voices are heard in the industry. We work closely with various organisations, including the South African Screen Federation (SASFED) and  

Department Sport, Arts and Culture ( DSAC ), to promote policies that support our profession. 

Warwick Allan

Whitemore Ngwira

Whitemore Ngwira

Hello! I’m Warwick, White, Sondia and I believe in the power of collective action to drive meaningful change in our industry. Through the **Advocacy and Lobbying portfolio**, we work tirelessly to ensure that your voices are heard where it matters most—whether in policymaking, regulatory discussions, or industry negotiations.  


Our focus i

Hello! I’m Warwick, White, Sondia and I believe in the power of collective action to drive meaningful change in our industry. Through the **Advocacy and Lobbying portfolio**, we work tirelessly to ensure that your voices are heard where it matters most—whether in policymaking, regulatory discussions, or industry negotiations.  


Our focus is on shaping policies that support our members, protect creative rights, and enhance opportunities for growth in our sector. We actively engage with government officials, stakeholders, and industry leaders to advocate for fair practices, equitable funding, and a thriving creative economy. Together, we’re building a stronger, more inclusive, and competitive industry for all.

Sondia Viljoen

Whitemore Ngwira

Sondia Viljoen

Hello! This is Sondia.
Working alongside White and Warwick, the SAFAITS Advocacy and Lobbying portfolio is driven by a shared commitment: to ensure that the needs of our members are not only recognised but prioritised in every decision that shapes our industry.

Meaningful change demands strong and consistent representation. That is why the

Hello! This is Sondia.
Working alongside White and Warwick, the SAFAITS Advocacy and Lobbying portfolio is driven by a shared commitment: to ensure that the needs of our members are not only recognised but prioritised in every decision that shapes our industry.

Meaningful change demands strong and consistent representation. That is why the team engages actively with government bodies, regulatory authorities, and industry stakeholders — advocating for fairer policies, stronger protections, and wider opportunities for all creatives and technicians within South Africa’s film and television sector.

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