A stunning Lesotho adventure film called ‘There is Power in our Mountains’, featuring Semonkong Lodge, was awarded Silver on March 16 at Japan World’s Tourism Film Festival, in the ‘Tourism services’ category.

Filmed and produced by Love Africa Marketing, the film showcases Lesotho and the endless mountain adventures right on its doorstep.

The international film festival took place in Tokyo earlier this month and received over 1 200 film submissions from across the globe.

The short film was a finalist with four other productions in the same category from Portugal, Japan, and Spain. The international jury is composed of professionals and experts in the areas of Audiovisual and Cinema, Tourism and Marketing, and Communication.

“There is Power in Our Mountains’ introduces a tailored overnight trek featuring local guides and packhorse teams for an immersive mountain life experience and Basotho culture. These unique trekking experiences aim to leave visitors with an understanding of a culture untainted by modern norms and a deeper appreciation for a more straightforward way of life.

The film invites viewers in and takes them along the shepherds’ crisscrossing trails deep into ‘The Mountain Kingdom,’ highlighting a hidden gem abundant with warm and friendly people, wild landscapes, vertical cliffs, and meandering rivers,” said the managing director and film producer of Love Africa, Nicola Gerrard.

“Our team is honoured to have been recognised on an international level for this film. Love Africa’s passion for storytelling, and with our own love for Lesotho, we aimed to showcase this product and destination using impactful marketing tools such as film and photography.

“We wanted the audience to connect with the adventure through the story and strong visuals of the impressive landscapes and its deep culture. There is no better connection than that with nature, with Africa having some of the most incredible features of Showcase.