The Gambia Film School (TGFS) is a non-profit organization founded to provide free basic education and cinematography training in The Gambia, the smallest country in mainland Africa.

It all begins with a bond. Fabio Colombo, the school’s founder, has known The Gambia since he was a boy. It was here that he met Haddy, his wife, and built his family. Over the years, The Gambia has become his second home.

From there, an idea. Having worked as a colourist for more than twenty-five years, Fabio noticed that the Gambian film industry is still in its early days, with few professional opportunities and even fewer chances of structured training for those who want to make it their career. A sector that is still taking shape brings its share of time and challenges, but it is also a rare opportunity: it allows something unique to be born.

– The Gambia Film School.

We want to offer a cinematography education that is free, comprehensive, and open to the world. Teachers with international experience work alongside local experts to offer a wide range of workshops and classes, from which young people can draw to develop a style of their own. From film history to courses covering every stage of production and post-production, we offer a complete training that includes directing, screenwriting, cinematography, editing, colour grading, sound design and much more.

Today the school is a project in the making. We are working hard to bring it to life as soon as possible. That is why everyone who joins us matters: a contribution, a piece of advice or a collaboration today becomes part of our story from the very beginning.