Yvonne Cherrie alias Monalisa as she is famously known is an ambassador of The African Film Festival (TAFF). With such appointment comes a responsibility whereby Monalisa is supposed to attempt at the local level of film industry a number of activities that are geared to support the development of the industry, and to carry out TAFF's mission of providing free Film Workshops to underserved aspiring filmmakers in various countries. She therefore developed Act with Monalisa to mentor and support young Tanzanian women with acting career guidance and a platform to showcase their talents.

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MONALISA

Yvonne Cherrie Monalisa delivers a moving speech during the launch of Act With Monalisa workshop.

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AUDITION

Young women listen to Monalisa as she gives out instructions during one of the workshop sessions.

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THE LAUNCH

It was a sign of relief as the 51 young women joined Monalisa on stage to celebrate the launch.

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ACT WITH MONALISA

Some of the young women pose with Mentor, Monalisa and TAFF Founder during the launch.