Oscars 2026: No African Film Wins Best International Feature
For the 21st consecutive year, no African film won the Best International Feature Film Oscar. Norway's 'Sentimental Value' took the award, marking the first Norwegian win in the category. Tunisia's 'The Voice of Hind Rajab' was the continent's sole finalist but lost, continuing Africa's 77-year drought in the category. Nigeria's Nollywood has never had a submission in the category, with previous attempts disqualified for language reasons. The win highlights systemic barriers for African cinema despite Tunisia's strong contender.