Following a meaningful month at Unseen Nairobi in January, Matabeleland continued its journey this February with a two-week run at Prestige Cinema from 6th to 19th February.

It was important for us to extend these screenings to ensure that those who may have missed the film in January had another opportunity to experience it on the big screen. Moving to a different space in the city allowed us to connect with new audiences and continue the vital conversations around history, memory, and healing that the film invites.

We are grateful to everyone who showed up, shared their thoughts, and helped keep the momentum through this theatrical run.

Beyond the cinema screen, the dialogue around Matabeleland moved to the airwaves and digital spaces this month, reaching new audiences through a series of thoughtful conversations.

Director Nyasha Kadandara and Producer Sam Soko were hosted on Spice FM’s Afterhours show for the Culture Kitchen segment. Guided by host Kev Matara, they dived into the film’s long journey, exploring what it means to sit with difficult histories and the role of film in navigating identity and collective memory.

The conversation continued on Pawa Radio’s Centre Stage show, where Nyasha joined host, Kigondu to discuss the film’s impact within the local creative ecosystem.

Additionally, Nyasha sat down with Rhoda Kingori on the Sand n Stars podcast for a candid look at her path as a filmmaker. From her background in finance to the realities of managing people on set, the episode offers an honest reflection on the privilege of passion and why telling stories from home remains a priority.

We truly value these media spaces that allow us to peel back the layers of our work and engage with the public on the themes that matter most.