Kitale Film Week Announces 2026 Lineup and a Special Tribute to Papa Shirandula and Kenyan Cinema Pioneer Anne Mungai
Tosh Gitonga's 'Inside Job' selected as the opening film.
Tosh Gitonga's 'Inside Job' selected as the opening film.
The week-long event features 47 screenings with a lineup that includes 33 films from 15 African countries, presented at seven venues along the scenic Kilifi Creek.
The current programme director at Docubox will steer the festival towards greater community and cultural impact.
Kitale Film Week founder Peter Pages Bwire on building Kitale's film culture and the need for industry investment beyond Nairobi.
Kenya's Oscar 2025 submission 'Nawi' selected as opening film, Kenyan documentary 'Our Land, Our Freedom' to close.
Angela Wamai's 'Shimoni' selected as the opening film while Daudi Anguka's Oscar entry 'Mvera' will be the closing film.
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