About Us | She Moves Africa

Driven by Purpose — Rooted in Spirit

Pamoja, We Rise

A women-led creative production ecosystem dedicated to authentic storytelling, empowering African voices, and transforming the landscape of African media—one story at a time.

Where Stories Become Movements

She Moves Africa was born from a simple yet powerful belief: that African stories, told by African voices, have the power to transform lives, challenge systems, and shape futures.

We are a women-led creative production ecosystem that refuses to accept the status quo. In an industry where women are often sidelined and African narratives are frequently distorted, we've built something different—a space where excellence meets empathy, where craft meets care, and where stories heal as much as they entertain.

For over two decades, we've been creating films, building communities, and nurturing the next generation of African storytellers. Every production we deliver, every partnership we forge, and every young person we mentor is part of a larger mission: to center African women and youth not just as characters in the story, but as creators of the future.

"We don't just tell stories—we create spaces where stories transform lives and shape futures."

Women filmmakers at work
20+
Years of Experience
50+
Productions Delivered
15+
Awards & Recognition
100K+
Lives Impacted

Built on Four Pillars

Our work rests on four interconnected pillars that together create a holistic ecosystem for African storytelling and creative empowerment.

01

Premium Productions

We create films and media that carry meaning, spark dialogue, and amplify marginalized voices. Our documentaries, dramas, and edutainment projects are designed to entertain, educate, and inspire systemic change. Every production is crafted with cinematic excellence and cultural authenticity, ensuring stories resonate locally while reaching global audiences.

02

Pathways for Women & Youth

We create tangible pathways for women and young people to enter and thrive in creative industries. Through hands-on training, mentorship programs, and real production opportunities, we're nurturing the next generation of African storytellers, ensuring they have the skills, confidence, and networks to build sustainable creative careers.

03

Strategic Collaborations

We partner with broadcasters, NGOs, schools, and grassroots movements to drive impact at scale. These collaborations allow us to amplify stories, extend reach, and create meaningful change across communities. By working with aligned organizations, we ensure our stories don't just entertain—they mobilize, educate, and transform.

04

Community Spaces

We build and maintain safe, vibrant community spaces that foster resilience, belonging, and knowledge exchange. These are places where creativity thrives, connections deepen, and collective power grows. Our community spaces serve as hubs for learning, collaboration, and cultural expression—sanctuaries where African voices are celebrated and amplified.

What Guides Our Work

These core values shape every decision we make, every story we tell, and every relationship we build.

Authenticity

We tell African stories with honesty, depth, and cultural integrity—no stereotypes, no shortcuts.

Women-Centered

Women lead, women create, women decide. Our stories center women's experiences and amplify women's voices.

Excellence

We deliver world-class production quality that competes globally while staying rooted locally.

Impact-Driven

Every story we tell is designed to create meaningful change—whether shifting perspectives or transforming systems.

Culture of Care

We model a production culture where people are valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work.

Community-Rooted

We stay connected to grassroots movements, ensuring our work serves communities, not just markets.

Visionary Leadership

Meet the creative force behind She Moves Africa's mission to transform African storytelling and empower the next generation.

Dina Mwende
20+ Years Experience

Dina Mwende

Founder & Lead Producer

Dina Mwende is a fearless storyteller and production leader with over 20 years of experience in African media. Her career spans fiction, documentary, reality television, and branded content—each project marked by her unwavering commitment to higher purpose, deeper honesty, and cultural relevance.

Throughout her two-decade journey, Dina has consistently challenged industry norms, pushing for stories that do more than entertain—they heal, they educate, they mobilize. She's worked with international broadcasters, grassroots organizations, and everyone in between, always bringing the same fierce dedication to authentic African storytelling.

With She Moves Africa Films, Dina is creating a new legacy in African media—one where women lead the narrative, where production sets are spaces of care as much as creativity, and where stories have the power to transform both individuals and systems. She's not just building a production company; she's nurturing an ecosystem where the next generation of African storytellers can thrive.

"We're creating a new production culture where cinematic craft and a culture of care go hand in hand—where excellence and empathy aren't opposites, but partners in creating stories that truly matter."

Stories That Create Change

Beyond the screen, our work drives real-world impact—shifting perspectives, changing policies, and empowering communities.

Youth training program

Youth Empowerment

Over 200 young people trained in filmmaking, with 80% going on to professional opportunities in creative industries. Our mentorship programs provide not just skills, but pathways to sustainable creative careers.

Community screening

Community Reach

Our community screening programs have reached over 100,000 people across Kenya and East Africa, sparking crucial conversations about health, gender equality, and social justice in spaces that matter most.

Women filmmakers

Women in Film

65% of our production teams are women, and we've mentored over 50 women into leadership roles in African media. We're not just talking about gender equity—we're actively building it.

Policy advocacy

Policy Influence

Our impact campaigns have contributed to policy changes on youth health, education access, and gender-based violence prevention—proving that stories can move systems, not just hearts.

Join Us in Shaping the Future

Whether you're looking to partner on a production, support our mission, or explore opportunities to collaborate—we'd love to hear from you. Together, we can create stories that don't just entertain, but transform.