Meet The Visionaries

The creative force behind Midrand Film Festival — storytellers, strategists, and culture architects.

Nicco Ratau
Nicco Ratau
Founder & Creative Director
Visionary founder behind Midrand Film Festival. With deep roots in African cinema and creative entrepreneurship, Nicco built MFF to become the continent's most influential storytelling platform.
Boiketlo Radebe
Boiketlo Radebe
Operations Manager
Master of logistics and festival coordination. Boiketlo ensures seamless execution across all festival activities, from venue management to partner collaborations.
Mtileni Isaac
Mtileni Isaac
Strategist & Graphic Designer
Creative brain behind MFF's visual identity and brand strategy. Isaac blends design thinking with storytelling to shape compelling festival experiences.
Zamangema Mngadi
Zamangema Mngadi
PR & Curator
Cultural curator and public relations lead. Zama bridges the gap between artists, media, and audiences, elevating African narratives onto global stages.
Koketso Evans Molepo
Koketso Molepo
Markerting Manager
Strategic marketing professional with expertise in brand management, digital marketing, and creative event promotion. Leads the festival's marketing strategy, media partnerships, and audience engagement initiatives. Passionate about using innovative campaigns to connect African storytelling with global audiences.

✨ Shaping Africa's Creative Future

Our team is united by a shared mission: to empower storytellers, bridge creative economies, and build a legacy where every African story finds its screen. Through passion, integrity, and innovation — we are rewriting the continent's creative narrative.