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The best South Africa car commercial locations — open Karoo roads, Kalahari dunes, Cape mountain passes, coastal highways and salt pans — plus world-class automotive crew, camera cars and the 25% rebate.
The best South Africa car commercial locations — open Karoo roads, Kalahari dunes, Cape mountain passes, coastal highways and salt pans — plus world-class automotive crew, camera cars and the 25% rebate.
The most unforgettable African fashion shoot locations are not studios — they are the wild. Welcome to Wild Fashion: a stills-and-video campaign concept that puts talent, couture and camera into the most dramatic landscapes on the continent, where a fashion editorial borrows the same golden light and raw scale that make the great wildlife films. […]
Namibia is where you go when the script calls for the biggest, emptiest, most cinematic landscape on Earth — dunes that glow orange at dawn, a shipwrecked coast wrapped in fog, gravel plains that read as another planet. Getting a crew and a camera into that country — the real challenge of filming in Namibia […]
Filming in Senegal gives international productions one of West Africa’s most stable, welcoming and cinematic bases. From the energy of Dakar and the colonial streets of Saint-Louis to the pink waters of Lac Rose, the mangroves of the Sine-Saloum Delta and the heritage of Île de Gorée, filming in Senegal pairs extraordinary locations with a […]
Filming in Madagascar offers international productions something almost nowhere else on earth can: an island of endemic wildlife, alien limestone forests, avenues of giant baobabs and turquoise island coastlines, all at competitive costs. For commercials, documentaries, television, branded content and features, filming in Madagascar rewards productions that plan carefully — the locations are extraordinary, but […]
Filming in Nigeria puts productions at the centre of one of the largest film industries on earth. Home to Nollywood, which turns out roughly 2,500 films a year, Nigeria offers a deep, English-speaking crew base, extraordinary location variety and highly competitive costs. For international producers weighing commercials, documentaries, branded content, television and features, filming in […]
Filming in Kenya means iconic savannah, mountains, coast and cityscapes — plus experienced local crews used to international standards. Kenya is the production capital of East Africa. It pairs the most recognisable safari imagery on earth — the Maasai Mara, the Great Migration, elephants beneath Kilimanjaro — with the deepest crew base and best equipment […]
Filming in Ghana pairs a stable, English-speaking base with vibrant culture, Atlantic coastline and a brand-new production incentive. Ghana has quietly become one of West Africa’s most attractive production destinations. It combines political stability, an English-speaking crew base and genuinely iconic locations — Atlantic coastline, the slave-trade castles of Cape Coast and Elmina, rainforest canopy, […]
Filming in Ethiopia opens up dramatic highland landscapes, ancient heritage and remarkably diverse cultures that few other countries can match. Ethiopia is one of the most visually distinctive countries on the continent — rock-hewn churches, castles, active volcanoes, highland escarpments and living cultures that exist nowhere else. It is also a destination that rewards careful […]
The Egypt film rebate has turned one of the world’s oldest film markets into one of its most cost-competitive. Egypt has always had the locations. What changed in 2026 is the machinery behind them. A significant regulatory reform has put a single body in charge of foreign production approvals, a new digital approvals platform is […]
Filming in South Africa gives international productions world-class crews, stages and locations at a fraction of the cost — and that is before the incentives. South Africa is the most complete production destination on the continent. It is the one country in Africa where an international production can land, crew up entirely locally, hire the […]
The Mauritius film rebate is one of the most competitive production incentives in Africa — a cash rebate of up to 40% that has quietly turned Mauritius into one of the most commercially compelling places on earth to shoot. Beyond the Mauritius film rebate, the island pairs tropical locations with a stable, English-speaking business environment […]
Filming in Tanzania and Zanzibar gives international producers access to East Africa’s strongest mix of safari, beaches, mountains, culture and island lifestyle. With the right local fixer, crews can manage permits, park approvals, marine logistics, casting, transport and production services across mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar. Key Takeaways Why choose Tanzania & Zanzibar for your next […]
Wild Beauty Filming in gabon African Fixer provides full film, video and stills production services across Gabon – the “Eden of Africa” – from the famous “surfing hippos”, beach-walking elephants and gorillas of Loango to the forest clearings of Ivindo, the mandrills of Lopé and the mangroves of Libreville. Almost entirely rainforest, with thirteen national […]
Morocco Is Having a Moment Morocco has been named the European Film Market’s Country in Focus at the Berlinale 2026 – a major recognition for a country that has become one of Africa’s most shoot-ready and production-friendly filming destinations. For international producers, Morocco offers a rare combination: a 30% uncapped cash rebate, experienced local crew, […]
Choosing the right film fixer in Africa is the single decision that determines whether your shoot runs like clockwork or unravels at the border. A film fixer in Africa is your local line producer and on-the-ground problem-solver — the person who secures permits, clears equipment through customs, books vetted crew, scouts locations and keeps the […]
Morocco fashion photography offers more distinct backdrops within a two-hour drive than almost anywhere on earth — which is exactly why international campaigns, editorials and lookbooks return season after season. Marrakech riads at golden hour, the Sahara at Merzouga, Atlas mountain passes and the blue streets of Chefchaouen can all sit on a single call […]
Every northern-hemisphere winter, Cape Town commercial production goes into overdrive as the world’s biggest agencies and brands migrate south — and for good reason. World-class crews, golden summer light when Europe is dark, a favourable exchange rate, and an almost absurd variety of looks within an hour’s drive: beaches, mountains, vineyards, city grit and desert. […]
Quick answer: The best destinations for island fashion shoots in the Indian Ocean and Atlantic are Mauritius, Seychelles, the Maldives, Madagascar, Zanzibar and Cape Verde. Between them they offer turquoise tropical water, palm‑fringed white‑sand beaches, dramatic waterfalls, volcanic mountains, rainforests and rich cultural Old Towns — an enormous range of backdrops for editorial and commercial […]
Africa offers something few regions can match: dramatic environmental contrast within relatively short flight distances. Desert landscapes can transition into tropical coastline, wildlife reserves into contemporary cities, historic medinas into modern financial districts. For international producers, this diversity is powerful. Operationally, it is complex. Cross-border production in Africa requires more than logistical coordination. It requires […]
Africa is not a single production market. It is 54 independent countries, each with its own film authority, customs framework, aviation regulator, environmental legislation, and visa structure. For international producers, the opportunity is vast. The operational landscape requires preparation. Professional Film Production Support in Africa transforms complexity into structure. With the right planning, the continent […]
Africa is not one location. It is 54 countries, hundreds of film authorities, multiple visa regimes, wildly different permitting frameworks, and landscapes that can double for almost anywhere on earth. Working here requires more than enthusiasm. It requires precision. African Fixer is an African Film Production Company built specifically to bridge international production teams with […]
Production Support Africa is essential for any international crew filming across the continent’s diverse landscapes, and African Fixer provides the reliable, on-the-ground coordination needed to make complex shoots run smoothly. As experienced film fixers in Africa, we specialise in real-world logistics — visas, film permits, local crew, transport, scouting, casting, equipment support and secure movement […]
Drone Filming has become an essential part of modern film production, giving filmmakers new ways to capture Africa’s landscapes, cities, and coastlines. From Namibia’s golden dunes to Kenya’s highlands, aerial shots now define the visual style of many international productions. At African Fixer, our production experts bring years of hands-on experience to international crews filming […]
For international filmmakers seeking breathtaking visuals, professional coordination, and dependable on-ground support, African Fixer production services provide an all-inclusive solution across the continent’s most cinematic regions. With a network that spans the Maldives, Morocco, Namibia, Senegal, and Zimbabwe, African Fixer delivers access to diverse landscapes, skilled crews, and local expertise, all within one coordinated system. […]
Africa and the Indian Ocean offer filmmakers an extraordinary range of environments to tell their stories, supported by professional Film Production Support from African Fixer. From turquoise coastlines and volcanic islands to vast deserts and mountain ranges, the region provides endless opportunities for visual storytelling. At African Fixer, we deliver full Film Production Support for […]
Turquoise lagoons, dazzling coral reefs, and endless horizons make the Maldives one of the most visually striking film destinations in the world. African Film Fixers Maldives is the trusted partner for filmmakers seeking to capture this Indian Ocean paradise. Whether you are producing a high-end commercial, a travel documentary, or a feature film with breathtaking […]
Hiring film fixers in Africa is the key to turning challenging shoots into world-class productions. At African Film Fixers, we provide seamless production support across the continent, and five countries stand out for their cinematic appeal: Morocco, Namibia, Senegal, Somalia, and Uganda. From golden deserts to lush jungles, these destinations offer stunning backdrops and vibrant […]
Film Fixers Maldives is your dedicated partner for film, television, and commercial productions in one of the world’s most breathtaking island destinations. Known for turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, and luxurious resorts, the Maldives provides filmmakers with a tropical paradise. African Film Fixers manages every aspect of your production—from permits and crew to logistics and […]
African Film Production has become one of the most exciting opportunities for international filmmakers, and African Fixer is at the forefront of making it possible. With a trusted network across the continent, we provide the expertise, logistics, and on-the-ground support needed to bring ambitious productions to life. From the deserts of Egypt to the rainforests […]
