Akona Matyila
is a South African filmmaker and visual artist whose work spans diverse forms, including politically engaged documentaries, short films, and video art. He began his career crafting music videos, short-form content for advertising, product branding, sharpening a keen visual sensibility.
Currently, Akona operates as a nomadic creative, moving between Africa, Latin America and Europe to pursue projects that reflect his commitment to meaningful and thought-provoking storytelling.