African women shaping the future of global storytelling.
From Nairobi to London, from community halls to international festivals,we create stories that move people, culture, and systems.
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Who We Are
She Moves Africa Films (SMAF) is a women-led African storytelling ecosystem working across film and series production, impact screenings, creative hubs, and community-based learning.
We don’t just tell African stories, we change who gets to tell them. Our work bridges art and activism, creating film and series that travel beyond screens into classrooms, communities, and policy conversations, ensuring African women and youth shape their own narratives with power, dignity, and excellence.
What We Do
Film & Series Production
Long-form series and documentaries for broadcast, festivals, and digital platforms.
Impact Screenings & Campaigns
Community, youth, and educational screenings that extend stories beyond premieres.
Creative & Community Hubs
Spaces that nurture creativity, wellbeing, and access for women and young people.
Labs & Capacity Building
Mentorship and learning rooted in care, collaboration, and process.
Featured Work
MTV Shuga Mashariki – Season 2
A long-form youth television series within the global MTV Shuga franchise, addressing sexual health, relationships, and youth realities across East Africa. Produced with a strong emphasis on ethical storytelling and collaborative production culture.
With Grace
A documentary following young people navigating climate responsibility and agency.
Recognition
Impact in Practice
At SMAF, impact is part of the life of our stories.
- Community and pilot screenings
- Youth-centred conversations
- Educational and festival-linked screenings
- Partnerships with aligned organisations
Partners
How We Work
Strong stories are built through strong process. We prioritise care-led and collaborative leadership, clear production practices, and responsibility to both audiences and creative teams.
This approach shapes how we lead, collaborate, and steward stories from development through impact. We believe in "Pamoja We Rise", rising by lifting others through mentorship and ethical production standards.
Founder & Executive Producer
Dina Muthama
Kenyan Executive Producer and founder of She Moves Africa Films. Producer of MTV Shuga Mashariki Season 2 and With Grace (IDFA, BBC iPlayer, One World Festival Children's Jury Award).
With over 20 years of experience in African media, her work centres strong production process, care-led leadership, and impact storytelling. She is dedicated to creating a legacy where women lead and stories heal.
Why Partners Choose SMAF
We combine global broadcast standards with deep community trust — making our stories powerful on screen and meaningful on the ground.
Women-Led Production
Care-centered, ethical and inclusive production cultures that protect both stories and people.
Proven Global Reach
Work broadcast and recognized by BBC, MTV, IDFA, SIMA and major international festivals.
Deep Community Access
Strong roots in East African youth, schools, and grassroots networks.
Impact-Driven Storytelling
Stories designed to influence dialogue, education, and social change.
News & Moments
- 2026 With Grace shortlisted for SIMA 2026
- 2025 With Grace wins One World Festival Children's Jury Award
- 2025 With Grace broadcasts on BBC iPlayer
- 2024 MTV Shuga Mashariki Season 2 premieres