Stories That Move Nations
Our Projects
From award-winning films to transformative community programs, explore the work that's reshaping African storytelling and empowering the next generation of creators.
Stories That Entertain, Educate & Inspire
Bold, tender, and unshakably real productions that spark dialogue and drive systemic change across Africa and beyond.
MTV Shuga Mashariki – Season 2
A bold, youth-focused drama series commissioned by MTV Staying Alive Foundation and led by She Moves Africa Films under Dina Mwende's leadership. Season 2 takes a deeper dive into the lives of young East Africans as they navigate complex issues with courage and authenticity.
Key Focus Areas
- Sexual Reproductive Health & HIV awareness
- Mental health and emotional wellbeing
- Gender equity and reproductive justice
- Youth agency and empowerment
- Emotionally resonant, culturally authentic storytelling
This season leans deeper into authenticity, mentorship, and creating narratives that young audiences can truly see themselves in.
With Grace – A Climate Documentary
A poetic and powerful award-winning short documentary that explores climate change through the eyes of children. With Grace combines stunning cinematography with intimate storytelling to reveal the courage and resilience of young Africans facing environmental challenges.
Impact Phase Includes
- Community screenings across Africa
- Educational toolkits for schools
- Climate advocacy campaigns
- Youth climate leadership programs
Community Programs & Initiatives
Nurturing spaces and transformative programs that empower the next generation of African storytellers through mentorship, training, and sisterhood.
TAP – The Apprenticeship Programme
Training Young Creatives Through Mentorship on Set
TAP is our flagship mentorship program that trains young creatives—especially women and youth—through hands-on production experience. Grounded in values, care, and professional growth, TAP helps emerging storytellers step into their voice, their craft, and their power.
On-Set Training
Real production experience alongside industry professionals
Values-Based Mentorship
Grounded in care, cultural courage, and excellence
Career Pathways
Building sustainable careers in creative industries
Community Focus
Nurturing sisterhood and collective growth
Professional Excellence
World-class training in all production departments
Women-Centered
Priority placement for women and young people
Creative Sanctuaries for Empowerment
Vibrant community spaces designed to uplift and empower young women through storytelling, sisterhood, and shared purpose.
Ruth Centre
A safe, nurturing space rooted in community care where young women gather for creative growth, sisterhood, and empowerment. Named with intention, the Ruth Centre embodies loyalty, resilience, and the power of women supporting women.
- Storytelling workshops and training
- Mentorship and professional development
- Community screenings and dialogue
- Safe space for creative expression
- Sisterhood and collective support
With Grace Centre
Inspired by our award-winning climate documentary, this hub focuses on youth climate activism, environmental storytelling, and empowering young people to become agents of change for their communities and planet.
- Climate education and activism
- Environmental storytelling workshops
- Youth leadership development
- Documentary impact screenings
- Resources for climate advocacy
These hubs are more than physical spaces—they're movements. Places where young women are empowered with tools and support to tell authentic, impactful stories that inspire change. Where sisterhood isn't just a word, but a lived reality.
Legacy Projects
Award-winning productions and pioneering edutainment series that have shaped African storytelling and driven social change across the continent.
MTV Shuga Mashariki Season 1 (Kenya)
An award-winning edutainment drama that returned to Kenya in 2025 after over a decade, featuring authentic storytelling that addresses critical youth issues while launching careers and sparking vital conversations across Africa and globally.
- Sexual and reproductive health awareness
- Gender norms and consent education
- Mental health and identity exploration
- 720+ million viewers reached globally
- Part of MTV Staying Alive Foundation legacy
Makutano Junction (Kenya)
A groundbreaking 15-season drama series that tackled critical themes through compelling storytelling, reaching millions across East Africa and setting new standards for edutainment television.
- Health and reproductive rights
- Financial literacy and entrepreneurship
- Agriculture and food security
- Gender equity and women's empowerment
- 15 seasons of transformative storytelling
The Know Zone (Kenya & Rwanda)
An innovative children's magazine-style edutainment series designed to align with school curriculum while making learning engaging, fun, and culturally relevant for young audiences.
- Curriculum-aligned content
- Interactive magazine format
- Cross-border reach (Kenya & Rwanda)
- Youth-focused educational content
- Culturally relevant learning
Mpeke Town / Kabunda (Uganda)
A pioneering agri-drama series that reframes farming as a modern, viable, and aspirational career path for young people, challenging stereotypes and inspiring agricultural entrepreneurship.
- Youth engagement in agriculture
- Modern farming techniques
- Agricultural entrepreneurship
- Career pathway storytelling
- Challenging farming stereotypes
Shamba Chef (Kenya)
An engaging reality cooking show that combines entertainment with education, promoting clean energy solutions and proper nutrition for young families across Kenya.
- Clean energy promotion
- Nutrition education for families
- Sustainable cooking practices
- Youth and family engagement
- Reality TV meets social impact
IPAS Safe Abortion Documentary
Bold, advocacy-driven storytelling across Kenya, Rwanda, Ethiopia, and Uganda that explores African reproductive health policy systems through authentic, real-life cases and voices.
- Multi-country impact (4 nations)
- Reproductive health advocacy
- Policy system exploration
- Real-life case studies
- Bold, courageous storytelling
These legacy projects represent decades of commitment to using storytelling as a tool for social change, reaching millions of viewers and creating lasting impact across East Africa and beyond.
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Whether you want to collaborate on a production, support our programs, or get involved with She Moves Hubs—we welcome partners who share our vision of transformative storytelling.
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