Nawi (2024)
Nawi is a 2024 Swahili-language drama movie directed by Vallentine Chelluget and Apuu Mourine, with a running time of 1h 43m. It stars Michelle Lemuya Ikeny, Joel Liwan and Benson Ochungo Obiero.
In the remote Turkana region of Kenya, 13-year-old Nawi's aspirations of higher education are shattered when her father plans to marry her off to a stranger to ensure the family a substantial amount of livestock.
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What is Nawi about?
In the remote Turkana region of Kenya, 13-year-old Nawi's aspirations of higher education are shattered when her father plans to marry her off to a stranger to ensure the family a substantial amount of livestock.
When was Nawi released?
Nawi was released on 24 August 2024.
How long is Nawi?
Nawi runs 1h 43m.
Who made Nawi?
Nawi was directed by Vallentine Chelluget, Apuu Mourine and Kevin Schmutzler.
Where can I watch Nawi?
Nawi is available on Angel Studios.
Where to watch Nawi
Stream: Angel Studios
Cast
- Michelle Lemuya Ikeny as Nawi
- Joel Liwan as Joel
- Benson Ochungo Obiero as Eree (Nawi's Father)
- Ben Tekee as Shadrack
- Michelle Tiren as Rosemary (Nawi's Mother)
- Patrick Oketch as Emanikor
- Marrianne Nungo as Mama Ekai
- Nyokabi Macharia as Madam Christine
- Rael Atyang as Zawari's Mother
- Kevin Basara as Adult Noel
- Milcah Cherotich as Reporter
- Simon Ebei as Driver