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Wamaitha: Screening of a Mau Mau love story to honour our history

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Njambi Mburu as 'Wamaitha'

The Kenyan film industry is experiencing a renaissance, with local productions like "Wamaitha" paving the way. This historical action-drama, directed by Kang'ethe Mungai, is set to screen on September 14th and 15th at Eugenia Park.

The film, which will be screened in both Kikuyu and English, pays homage to the courageous women who played a pivotal role in Kenya's fight for independence during the Mau Mau rebellion.

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