Cedric Bichano
2025-2026 Obama Foundation Africa Leader
Founder and Team Leader, World Refuge Film Academy
Uganda
Cedric Bichano is the founder and team leader of the World Refuge Film Academy and also works as a photographer, cinematographer, and video editor at Malaika Media. He has trained over 50 refugees in film production, empowering them to share their own stories and advocate for their communities. Through the "Stories without Borders" program, the Academy has produced over 20 short films that have reached a global audience of more than 10,000 viewers. Cedric is dedicated to fostering empathy, challenging stereotypes, and creating platforms for diverse narratives.
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