British actor Idris Elba has announced plans to relocate to Africa within the next decade to support the continent’s film industry.
The 52-year-old star, known for portraying Nelson Mandela in Long Walk to Freedom, is currently involved in projects to establish film studios in Zanzibar, Tanzania, and Accra, Ghana, as part of his vision to promote local filmmaking.
At a film industry meeting in Accra, Elba stressed the significance of Africans telling their own stories on the global stage. He stated, “I think I’ll move in the next five, 10 years, God willing,” noting that he needs to be on the continent to effectively contribute.
While he did not specify a single location, he expressed his intention to live in various places, including Accra, Freetown, and Zanzibar, where storytelling is vibrant.
