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REPORTER + – Congolese scientist Francine Ntoumi: An ambition for Africa

A 48 min documentary
Written and directed by Kate Thompson‐Gorry

Synopsis

Professor Francine Ntoumi, 62, is a world-renowned scientist and malaria specialist. She is spending a year travelling through her country, the Republic of Congo, to spread the word that education and science can make it a better place and create opportunities for the younger generation, particularly women and girls. Reaching out to the local population, raising awareness and allowing more young women to access science is Professor Ntoumi’s driving ambition. Kate Thompson-Gorry and Michel Welterlin went to meet her.

Team

Directed by Kate Thompson-Gorry
Written by Michel Welterlin and Kate Thompson-Gorry
Cinamatography: Kate Thompson-Gorry
Sound: Max Gorry
Editing: Cécile Garnier
Production: Michel Welterlin avec Nova production
Broadcaster: France 24

A woman in sunglasses and a denim jacket, identified as Francine, stands next to a group of young students in uniforms. They are gathered around a vehicle with large photos of children on its side. The scene appears to be outdoors on a sunny day, showcasing Francine’s African ambition for children's education.

A group of people, including children, gather outdoors at night, some sitting under a canopy. Francine, an African filmmaker with boundless ambition, is in the foreground with her team; one holds a boom mic while another operates a camera. The atmosphere is lively and engaged.

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