DANIEL KAYAMBA - WRITER/DIRECTOR
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DANIEL KAYAMBA - WRITER/DIRECTOR *
Daniel Kayamba is an award-winning Congolese writer and director based in St. Louis, Missouri. His work explores identity, the Black experience, and social issues through intimate, character-driven storytelling rooted in empathy. Born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Daniel immigrated to the United States at age nine, where he found refuge in movies and began making films to understand his place in the world.
He studied directing and writing at Columbia College Chicago, graduating in 2021. Becoming a father to his daughter Zuri and son Moisa has deeply shaped his work, strengthening his focus on family, migration, and generational connection.
His films have screened at major festivals including the St. Louis International Film Festival, Atlanta Film Festival, Milwaukee Film Festival, Palm Springs International ShortFest, and the New York International Children’s Film Festival. He is a recipient of the St. Louis Regional Arts Commission Grant and has been awarded Best Director and Best Film at the St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase, as well as Best Local Film at the St. Louis International Film Festival.
Abib Ajibola - Producer
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Abib Ajibola - Producer *
Abib Ajibola is a producer and creative entrepreneur dedicated to storytelling that bridges cultures and highlights the diversity of the African experience. Previously an associate producer on Punch 9 for Harold Washington, he has worked on projects that have screened at the Chicago International Film Festival and DOC NYC. With a background in international business and film, Abib brings a strategic and creative approach to production, ensuring stories are both compelling and globally relevant. His latest project, Mondele, marks his debut as a producer, following the journey of a Congolese teen navigating his passion for filmmaking against his immigrant mother’s fears of cultural loss. Drawing from his own experiences and a deep interest in stories that bridge heritage and ambition, Abib is committed to producing stories that resonate across borders. He holds an MBA in International Business from Georgia Tech
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