Kena and Ziki long for something more. Despite the political rivalry between their families, the girls resist and remain close friends, supporting each other to pursue their dreams in a conservative society. When love blossoms between them, the two girls will be forced to choose between happiness and safety. Inspried by Monica Arac de Nyeko’s “Jambula Tree”, which chronicles a story of two girls in love in Uganda, “Rafiki” challenges deep rooted cynicism about same sex relationships among actors, crew, friends, and family in Kenya.
Release Date: 19 April 2019 (USA)Runtime: 83 min
Stars:
- Charlie Karumi
- Dennis Musyoka
- Githae Njogu
- Jimmy Gathu
- Leila Weema
- Mburu Kimani
- Mellen Aura
- Muthoni Gathecha
- Neville Misati
- Nice Githinji
- Nini Wacera
- Samantha Mugatsia
- Sheila Munyiva
- Stephen Ruiru
- Vitalis Waweru
Director: Wanuri Kahiu
