Women in Beer UK Host Beer Film Screening at Moonwake Brewery in Scotland

Good day. My name is Obakeng Malope, and I am a filmmaker and beer brewer from South Africa. I am writing to request your support in writing an article about my latest film, Mamogaswa, which will be screened at Moonwake Brewery in Edinburgh, Scotland, in partnership with Women in Beer®, an organisation that champions diversity and inclusion in the craft beer industry.

You can view the film here: Mamogaswa – https://youtu.be/aZZuRbCv23I?si=D2_VoAk8-cyt_vzY

About the Film: Mamogaswa

Mamogaswa is a deeply personal documentary that blends two rich traditions from my Tswana heritage: the art of storytelling and traditional beer brewing. I belong to the Tswana tribe, the majority population in Jericho and the North West Province of South Africa regions shaped by the legacy of apartheid-era segregation.

Growing up, 7 p.m. was a sacred time when we would gather around the fire and listen to folktales passed down by our grandmothers. These stories, often about animals, taught us moral lessons and cultural values. One legend that has endured through generations is that of Mamogaswa—a mythical creature believed to be part-human, part-snake, or mermaid-like, who lives in rivers and dams. She is said to appear in the form of a tornado when angered, uprooting rooftops and causing havoc.

Our grandmothers were also traditional beer brewers, making Bojalwa ba Setswana using open fires not stoves. Brewing was a communal activity, one that we children watched. Sadly, as the elders pass on, these practices and stories are fading.

Mamogaswa captures these cultural traditions while exploring the intersection of folklore, heritage, and modern craft beer. The documentary showcases both traditional and craft beer brewing in South Africa, weaving it together with the myth of Mamogaswa and the disappearing art of oral storytelling.

Partnership with Women in Beer

I have partnered with Women in Beer, a British-based community that supports women in the beer industry—whether as professionals, enthusiasts, or hobbyists. The founder, Amelie Tassin, is leading the initiative to screen Mamogaswa at Moonwake Brewery in Edinburgh on 18 September 2025.

Women in Beer® advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within the Beer Industry.

Women in Beer® is a community. They meet up in local pubs, attend events and festivals, visit breweries, and learn from other women in the brewing industry. They are here to support women in their beer journey, whether it’s their passion, their career, or they are just looking for a new hobby.

Their activities are:

The Group

The Festival (WiB Fest)

The Mentorship Programme

The Awards

Website and social media

www.womeninbeer.co.uk

Instagram: @womeninbeeruk

Facebook: /womeninbeer

Bluesky: @womeninbeer.bsky.social

About Amélie Tassin – Founder of Women in Beer®

Amélie Tassin is the founder and director of Tipple Marketing, a beer and cider marketing agency based in Edinburgh, Scotland. With over 20 years’ experience, Amélie has worked across several European sectors, from retail banking and property development, to cosmetics and food and drink. Her agency's work offers tailored services for all needs thanks to Amélie's wealth of cross-industry experience.

In 2018 she founded Women in Beer®, a 'women who beer' group in Edinburgh -  the following year she launched the successful Women in Beer Festival (WIB Fest), a celebration of women in the industry with an impressive roster of events including tap takeovers, talks, and tastings.

In 2023 she launched the Women in Beer® Mentorship Programme. Aimed at women who work in the beer and brewing sector, the programme allows them to be paired with experienced women of the industry who will share advice, skills, and access to a wider network.

In 2025 she’s launching the first Women in Beer® Awards to celebrate the women who shape the beer industry.

Event Details

Venue: Moonwake Brewery, 6A Tower Street, Edinburgh EH6 7BY

Date: 18 September 2025

Ticket Options:

Pay what you can

£20 ticket (includes first drink)

About Moonwake Brewery

Moonwake Brewery is an award-winning Edinburgh brewery, known for its precision-brewed beers and inclusive atmosphere. Accolades include:

Best Beer Destination – Scottish Beer Awards 2023

Best New Brewery of the Year – The Brewers Journal Awards 2022

Best Newcomer – Beer52 & Scottish Beer Awards 2022

Best Concept Design – SIBA Business Awards 2022

About Beer Is Art

In addition to being a filmmaker and brewer, I am the founder of Beer is Art, a South African initiative that empowers unemployed youth (21+) by teaching them beer brewing, licensing, podcasting, and beer brand creation. The other vision is to partner with breweries to have spaces where beer films and documentaries can be screened, building a platform to promote the beer industry through cinematic storytelling.

There is currently no formal space for beer-related documentaries to be viewed and celebrated. By collaborating with breweries, Beer is Art aims to bridge that gap and ensure that beer stories just like beer itself have a home.

If you are able to write an article and publish it or help promote this cultural and industry-spanning event, I would be truly grateful.

Contact: obakeng.p.malope@gmail.com

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