Digging at the Roots Vol. 33.1

David Mesfin’s film Wade in the Water explores Africa’s rich aquatic history and the modern Black surfing experience.

By @_christopheduvivier

Wade in the Water wins two silver Telly Awards

The Wade in the Water team is proud to share that we’ve won silver in the 44th annual Telly Awards! We’re proud to be honored among so much excellence in video and television.

May 23, 2023

David Mesfin and Beyin Abraha describe the ocean’s power to heal

FEB 21, 2023

By Dave Prodan

History of surfing in African and Southern California with authors Kevin Dawson Ph.D, Alison Rose Jefferson, M.H.C. | Ph.D., and director David Mesfin.

FEB 17, 2023

By Kaj Goldberg

Proud to announce that we have won GOLD at the 2nd Annual The Anthem Awards. Celebrating purpose and mission-driven work, the Anthem Awards amplifies the voices of brands, organizations and people worldwide who are sparking global change.

Feb 16, 2023

David Mesfin’s documentary “Wade in the Water” inspires audiences to dive deep into the lesser known history of African aquatic culture.

FEB 12, 2023

By Douglas Davidson

We Are Royale Makes a Splash with ‘Wade in the Water’ Intro Inspired by African Myth and Basquiat

FEB 22, 2023

By Mercedes Milligan

WAR Creates Titles for ‘Wade in the Water: A Journey Into Black Surfing and Aquatic Culture’

MAR 2, 2023

By Debbie Diamond Sarto

We Are Royale Provides Opening Titles for Black Surfing Doc ‘Wade in the Water'

FEB 23, 2023

FilmWeek: 'Knock At The Cabin,' '80 For Brady,' 'Baby Ruby' And More

By Larry Mantel and Peter Rainer

FEB 3, 2023

Wade in the Water is mentioned at 30:18 min

Black people don't surf? A new documentary challenges that stereotype with historical evidence.

FEB 22, 2023

By Hermela Aragawi

Did Surfing Start In Africa?

FEB 1, 2023
By Holdern Trka

New film “Wade In The Water” looks to explore the true roots of our pastime.

Freedom Now Gerald Horne - Ayuko Babu & Charles Burnett on Black Cinema & Pan-African Film Festival

FEB 11, 2023

Interviews Ayuko Babu is the Executive Director of the Pan African Film Festival and an international cultural, political and legal consultant

Interview with David Mesfin

FEB 5, 2023
By The Alynettework

Podcast interview with David Mesfin Director of Wade in the Water.

Interview on the red carpet at Santa Barbara International FIlm Festival

FEB 11, 2023

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SBIFF 23 Uncovered surprise | Wade in the Water

FEB 12, 2023

Wade in the Water with David Mesfin & Beyin Abraha

JAN 25, 2023
By Kwame La Bassiere

Out of Rockaway a podcast with director and executive producers of Wade in the Water.

Interview of David Mesfin director and Beyin Abraha Executive Producer of Wade in the Water

FEB 10, 2023

By Kellen Coleman

Santa Barbara International Film Festival Unveils 2023 Programming

JAN 18, 2023

By Katie Reul

Santa Barbara Film Fest: Lineup Revealed for 38th Edition

JAN 18, 2023

By Scott Feinberg

Santa Barbara Film Festival To Open With Abigail Breslin Drama ‘Miranda’s Victim’ As Full Lineup Set

FEB 18, 2023

By Matt Grobar

Sports Surfing Africans Are Taking Surfing Back

By Zee Ngema

March 26, 2022

Wade in the Water” Tells the History of Black Surfers

SEP 1, 2022

By Amanda Scurlock, Sports Editor

Pan African Film Festival Reimagined

FEB 11, 2023

By Gale Anderson

Wade in the Water: A Journey into Black Surfing and Aquatic Culture (2023) Santa Barbara International Film Festival 2023

FEB 11, 2023

Steve Kopian

Le Festival international du film de Santa Barbara dévoile la programmation 2023 Les plus populaires A lire absolument Inscrivez-vous aux newsletters Variety Plus de nos marques

JAN 19, 2023