Amina Hussein

Kienyeji tells the story of two university students, Cynthia and Charlie, from conflicting Kenyan communities who fall in love and plan to marry despite their families' opposition. The narrative explores tribalism and cultural differences as their attempts to unite face challenges, including a failed ruracio due to unpaid dowry, food poisoning at a second attempt, and ultimately, divorce pressured by Charlie's father. Amid exams, financial struggles, and personal setbacks, their journey unfolds with Ohangla and Mugithi music, raising questions about love and tradition. Will love triumph, or will societal pressures prevail?

Inspired by a true story, the film explores the journey of a Kenyan girl forced to confront a maze of complex decisions no teenager should ever have to make. Charity’s story gives us a rare front-row seat to the challenges and barriers many Kenyan girls and women face in their usual quest for love, care, and justice.