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Kenyan actor Foi Wambui during a photo shoot.

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Foi Wambui on Acting, Faith and the Work of Becoming

The Kenyan actor, known for screen roles in ‘Subterranea’ and ‘Shanga’, as well as her work on stage, reflects on...

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AMVCA 2026: Kenya Lands 12 Nominations in Nigeria

by Jennifer Ochieng'

'MTV Shuga Mashariki', 'The Chocolate Empire' and 'Kash Money' among nominees.

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Kenyan actor Foi Wambui during a photo shoot.

Foi Wambui on Acting, Faith and the Work of Becoming

Kalasha Awards 2026 nominees

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Kenyan screenwriter Mona Ombogo heads to Series Mania.

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The new Kenyan romantic drama Back to Us directed by Jennifer Gatero.

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Kenyan actor Foi Wambui during a photo shoot.

Foi Wambui on Acting, Faith and the Work of Becoming

The Kenyan actor, known for screen roles in ‘Subterranea’ and ‘Shanga’, as well as her work on stage, reflects on...

Movie lovers at a past Mini Movie Marathon screening, an alternative screening space for films in Kenya.

Young Kenyan Filmmakers and Cinephiles Turn to Alternative Screening Spaces as Distribution Options Remain Limited

by Aneesh Raikundalia

A new generation of Kenyan filmmakers is building community and film culture.

Thuita Mwangi during a performance for Story Za Thuita street theatre.

Thuita Mwangi, the Kid from Eastlands Who Took Theatre to the Streets of Nairobi: “Like Every True Artist, I Love Experimenting”

'Story za Thuita', an experimental street theatre project, blends history, storytelling and political commentary.

Ugandan filmmaker Loukmani Ali.

EXCLUSIVE: Loukman Ali on His Upcoming Feature ‘Cakewalk’ and Finding a New Focus in Writing

by Martin Kabagambe

22 February 2026

With his current and future projects, the Ugandan filmmaker has shifted his creative process towards writing.

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Kenyan romatic comedy She Gets Me starring Joe Kinyua and Angela Mwandanda.

FILM REVIEWS

‘She Gets Me’ Review: Joe Kinyua and Angela Mwandanda Anchor an Authentic Two-Hander on Modern Relationships

23 February 2026

Justin and Sakina Mirichii on stage in 'It Takes Two' from ChemiChemi Palyers.

THEATRE REVIEWS

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Brian Kabugi in MTV Shuga Mashariki Season 2.

TV REVIEWS

Review: ‘MTV Shuga Mashariki’ Season 2 Is a Welcome Narrative Course-Correction

12 February 2026

A still from Nigerian film Lady, directed by Olive Nwosu.

FILM REVIEWS

‘Lady’ Sundance 2026 Review: Olive Nwosu’s Feature Debut Is a Portrait of Survival in Lagos

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Still from the Kenyan romcom Sayari featuring lead actors Muhugu Theuri and Lucarelli Onyango.

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Kenyan romatic comedy She Gets Me starring Joe Kinyua and Angela Mwandanda.

FILM NEWS

Joe Kinyua and Angela Mwandanda Star as Troubled Couple in Two-Hander Romantic Comedy ‘She Gets Me’

by Jennifer Ochieng'

29 January 2026

The duo portray a Nairobi couple unraveling under the weight of marriage.

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Daudi Anguka's Showmax series Mizani.

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Joe Kinyua and Angela Mwandanda Star as Troubled Couple in Two-Hander Romantic Comedy ‘She Gets Me’

by Jennifer Ochieng'

29 January 2026

Daudi Anguka’s Showmax Drama-Thriller ‘Mizani’ Explores Mombasa’s Criminal Underbelly

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13 November 2025

Kenya’s Catherine Masitsa and Zena Nyambu Join ‘The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa’

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29 September 2025

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New Kenyan Youth Drama ‘Reckless’ Premieres on Showmax This June

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FILM

Kalasha Awards 2026 nominees

Kalasha Awards 2026: ‘Nawi’ Leads Overall with 15 Nominations as ‘Kash Money’, ‘MTV Shuga Mashariki’ and ‘Big Girl Small Word’ Tie in TV

First Look: Jennifer Gatero’s New Romantic Drama ‘Back to Us’ Set to Premiere in April

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TV

Kenyan actor Foi Wambui during a photo shoot.

Foi Wambui on Acting, Faith and the Work of Becoming

Kalasha Awards 2026: ‘Nawi’ Leads Overall with 15 Nominations as ‘Kash Money’, ‘MTV Shuga Mashariki’ and ‘Big Girl Small Word’ Tie in TV

Kenya’s Mona Ombogo Heads to Series Mania with Romantic Thriller ‘Kanaan’

Showmax Confirms End of Operations in April 2026 as Content Moves to DStv Stream

THEATRE

Kenyan actor Foi Wambui during a photo shoot.

Foi Wambui on Acting, Faith and the Work of Becoming

Thuita Mwangi, the Kid from Eastlands Who Took Theatre to the Streets of Nairobi: “Like Every True Artist, I Love Experimenting”

‘Followers’, a Play About Five Women at a Crossroads on the Night of Jesus’ Arrest Sets March Premiere

Kenya Theatre Awards 2026: Margaretta wa Gacheru, Tobit Tom and Makena Kahuha Among Winners

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AMVCA 2026: Kenya Lands 12 Nominations in Nigeria 30 March 2026

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Kalasha Awards 2026: ‘Nawi’ Leads Overall with 15 Nominations as ‘Kash Money’, ‘MTV Shuga Mashariki’ and ‘Big Girl Small Word’ Tie in TV 25 March 2026

Kenya’s Mona Ombogo Heads to Series Mania with Romantic Thriller ‘Kanaan’ 24 March 2026

First Look: Jennifer Gatero’s New Romantic Drama ‘Back to Us’ Set to Premiere in April 23 March 2026

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