BBC ✦
CNN ✦
Al Jazeera ✦
Netflix ✦
PBS ✦
National Geographic ✦
World Bank ✦
FAO / UN ✦
EUFCN ✦
ZIFF 2026 ✦
Serengeti ✦
Kilimanjaro ✦
Zanzibar ✦
Dar es Salaam ✦
BBC ✦
CNN ✦
Al Jazeera ✦
Netflix ✦
PBS ✦
National Geographic ✦
World Bank ✦
FAO / UN ✦
EUFCN ✦
ZIFF 2026 ✦
Serengeti ✦
Kilimanjaro ✦
Zanzibar ✦
Dar es Salaam ✦
Est. 1999 · Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
PRODUCTION
IN A
BOX.
Africa's premier full-service media production house. The "boots on the ground" bridge for global broadcasters, streaming giants, and NGOs entering East Africa.
25+
Years in Field
40%
Cost Saving vs South Africa
4K
3840×2160/25p Standard
0
Permit Friction
BBC
to Netflix Track Record
24/7
Starlink Uplink
TIBAZ
BBC
CNN
AL JAZEERA
NETFLIX
PBS
NAT GEO
WORLD BANK
FAO / UN
EUFCN
AFREXIMBANK
DOB EQUITY
HEVA FUND
BBC
CNN
AL JAZEERA
NETFLIX
PBS
NAT GEO
WORLD BANK
FAO / UN
EUFCN
AFREXIMBANK
DOB EQUITY
HEVA FUND
Our Services
FULL-SERVICE
FULL-SERVICE
MEDIA SOLUTIONS
End-to-end production tailored for global standards from Serengeti to Stone Town
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Specialized Crew
Bilingual Directors of Photography (DPs), Sound Engineers, Drone Operators, and Field Medics. All crew are vetted for international broadcast standards and deep local knowledge. Our DPs hold 4K/8K workflow certifications and have experience with CNN, BBC, and Al Jazeera rapid-response briefs.
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Location & Logistics
Expert location scouting across Tanzania's unparalleled landscapes — Serengeti, Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar's Stone Town, and urban Dar es Salaam. We provide 4×4 fleet transport, government liaisons, and handle all film permits and customs with "zero friction" for international crews entering Tanzania and Zanzibar.
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Equipment Rental
We own high-end cinema-grade gear — Sony FS7 M2, DJI Mavic 2/3 Pro drones, and full audio packages — eliminating third-party rental delays and overhead. Expanding to 8K Cinema Kits (Sony Venice, RED Monstro, Arri Alexa) to meet 2026 Netflix and CNN delivery standards.
04
Post-Production & DIT
On-location footage backup and DIT services with a redundant RAID setup. High-speed satellite and Starlink uplinks for daily rushes delivery to global broadcasters in London, Doha, New York, or Lagos. Full adherence to 4K (3840×2160/25p) standards and international safety and ethical codes.
05
Fixer Services & Legal
Our "Fixer Lead" has deep expertise in Tanzanian and Zanzibari government relations, permit law, and customs regulations. We act as the Euro-Africa Production Bridge, managing the complex bureaucratic and logistical landscape that international productions face, from NGO impact storytelling to feature documentaries.
Gear Catalog
EQUIPMENT
EQUIPMENT
RENTAL
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Pricing
TIERED
TIERED
VALUE-BASED
PRICING
Transparent, performance-linked pricing for every production scale
PAYMENT TERMS CALCULATOR
Based on standard 70% upfront / 30% completion milestones:
Client Portal
LIVE PRODUCTION
LIVE PRODUCTION
TRACKER
Real-time monitoring for remote producers in London, Doha, Lagos, and beyond
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Flagship Project
ZANZIBAR
ZANZIBAR
INTERNATIONAL
FILM FESTIVAL
ZIFF 2026 — Tibaz Productions as Digital Hub Partner
Interactive Stone Town Map
A mobile-first digital map of Zanzibar's historic Stone Town featuring screening venues, cultural sites, sponsor activations, and real-time event scheduling integrated with the FilmFreeway API.
Sizzle Reel Production
60-second "Sizzle Reels" for social media virality, drone cinematography of traditional Dhow races, and a comprehensive masterclass archive for filmmakers from across Africa and the diaspora.
Live from Stone Town
Real-time Starlink-powered content feeds, simultaneous multi-platform streaming to YouTube, Instagram, and partner broadcaster platforms, with a dedicated client portal for international press.
Strategic Focus
PARTNERS &
PARTNERS &
TARGET MARKETS
Our proven client ecosystem and growth verticals
| Partner / Market | Strategic Focus |
|---|---|
| Broadcasters (CNN / AJE) | Rapid-response newsgathering and high-definition African narratives. |
| UN Agencies (FAO) | Impact storytelling for agriculture (RWEE Phase II) and technical drone mapping. |
| EUFCN (Europe) | Acting as the "Euro-Africa Production Bridge" for European film commissions. |
| Nat Geo | "Wild Tanzania" real-time content feeds and restricted conservation zone access. |
| ZIFF 2026 | Digital hub, "Live-from-Stone-Town" content, and event archives. |
REGIONAL HUB EXPANSION
Tibaz is actively expanding its East African fixer network. Check real-time coverage status by region:
๐น๐ฟ Tanzania
FULLY OPERATIONAL
๐น๐ฟ Zanzibar
FULLY OPERATIONAL
๐ฐ๐ช Kenya
EXPANDING 2025
๐บ๐ฌ Uganda
EXPANDING 2026
๐ Pan-Africa
ON ROADMAP
Commerce
PAYMENT
PAYMENT
GATEWAY
ECOSYSTEM
Integrated payment solutions across every region we serve
๐ Global Giants
Stripe · PayPal · Adyen · Worldpay
High scalability, 135+ currencies, Apple Pay & Google Pay support.
Stripe
PayPal
Adyen
Worldpay
Apple Pay
Google Pay
๐ Africa
Flutterwave · Onafriq · Paystack
Mobile money (M-Pesa), cross-border African transactions.
Flutterwave
Onafriq
Paystack
M-Pesa
๐ Asia
AsiaPay · Razorpay · Xendit
Southeast Asian markets and Indian digital wallets.
AsiaPay
Razorpay
Xendit
UPI
๐ช๐บ Europe
Mollie · Opayo · Skrill
Localized European payment methods and UK retail focus.
Mollie
Opayo
Skrill
SEPA
Transaction Fee Model: Gateway fees typically ~2.9% + $0.30 per transaction, with additional costs for currency conversion. Tibaz invoices clients net of gateway fees; all major international wire transfers and SWIFT payments also accepted.
Logistics
GLOBAL
GLOBAL
DELIVERY
FOOTPRINT
Four primary logistics zones for rushes delivery, equipment shipping, and crew mobilization
๐ Global – Major Production Hubs
▼
Covers major production hubs: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, Japan, and the full European Union. Rushes deliverable via Starlink/satellite uplinks within 4–6 hours of wrap. Equipment shipping coordinated with DHL International and Panalpina.
๐ Africa – Extensive Regional Network
▼
Extensive coverage from Tanzania (Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Arusha), Nigeria (Lagos, Abuja), Kenya (Nairobi, Mombasa), South Africa (Johannesburg, Cape Town), and Egypt (Cairo). Cross-border production coordination via our East African fixer network. On-ground crew mobilization within 24–48 hours.
๐ Asia & Middle East – Growing Presence
▼
Includes Mainland China, India (Mumbai, Delhi), Saudi Arabia (Riyadh, Jeddah), and South Korea. Partnership with AsiaPay and Razorpay for regional billing. Content delivery optimized for Al Jazeera (Doha), Saudi Broadcasting Authority, and Doordarshan workflows.
๐ช๐บ Europe – EUFCN Partnership Zone
▼
Spans the full EU via EUFCN partnership, Scandinavia (Denmark, Sweden, Norway), and Eastern Europe (Poland, Bulgaria, Romania). Acts as the "Euro-Africa Production Bridge" for European film commissions seeking authentic East African content and locations at a fraction of domestic costs.
Content Hub
PRODUCTION
PRODUCTION
SHOWCASE
Recent projects, sizzle reels, and impact stories from across East Africa
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▶
Documentary · Nat Geo
Wild Tanzania — Serengeti Migration Special
Real-time 4K drone cinematography of the Great Wildebeest Migration across the Mara River, captured during peak crossing season for National Geographic's "Wild Tanzania" series.
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▶
News · CNN
Rapid Response — East Africa Climate Coverage
48-hour rapid deployment crew supporting CNN International's climate emergency coverage across Tanzania and Kenya, delivered via Starlink uplinks at broadcast quality.
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▶
Event · ZIFF 2026
Live from Stone Town — Dhow Race Cinematography
Drone and water-level cinematography of the historic Zanzibar Dhow races, produced as a 60-second sizzle reel for the ZIFF 2026 marketing campaign and festival opening sequence.
Impact & Leadership
ECONOMIC
ECONOMIC
IMPACT
Moving East African filmmaking from informal help to high-tech production sovereignty
Industrialization
Transitioning the East African film sector from informal "help" to a formalized, high-tech production hub capable of meeting international broadcast standards (Netflix, BBC, CNN) from within the continent.
Job Creation
Upskilling local youth in specialized technical roles: Digital Imaging Technicians (DIT), sound engineering, drone cinematography, and broadcast IT — creating sustainable, high-value careers in Tanzania.
Technical Sovereignty
Ending the outsourcing of East African stories to foreign crews by owning the complete end-to-end value chain: gear, crew, permits, logistics, post-production, and international delivery.
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Lead Producer
20+ years of field production experience across Tanzania, Zanzibar, and the broader East African region. Expert in international broadcast workflows and client relations.
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Fixer Lead
Expert in Tanzanian and Zanzibari government relations and permit law. Manages all customs clearances, zone access permits, and government liaison for international productions.
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Technical Lead
Specialist in 8K workflows, drone cinematography systems, Starlink integration, and DIT services. Holds certifications for Sony, RED, and Arri camera systems.
Client Engagement
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YOUR PRODUCTION
JOURNEY
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