2025’s International Women’s Month kicked off in glorious fashion as the Women in Film Awards took initiative in celebrating the tremendous work done by women in Film and TV, we wouldn’t want you to miss out on some of the female lead film, TV and plays that have released recently or soon to come.
Here’s what to add to your watchlist.
- MO-FAYA
Mo-faya centers around Zawadi (played by Lorna Lemi) and her boyfriend Brian (Brahim Ouma) as they attempt to start a new life after Zawadi uncovers secrets about her family.
Netflix
Lead: Lorna Lemi
- ELEMENTS (Beyond The Mainstream)
A Stephanie Maseki starrer, Elements is a story of a woman’s journey to reclaim HER and overcoming societal stereotypes, childhood trauma, grief and loss.
Little Theatre Kenya Mombasa, 21st – 23rd March, Grab your tickets
Lead: Stephanie Maseki
- TUKISONGA
It follows three young women navigating the complexities of early adulthood. At its centre is Robi played by Vanessa Aika, whose decision to chase her acting dreams instead of accepting a marriage proposal sets the story in motion.
Lead: Vanessa Aika 
- NAFSI
Aisha, a married middle-class lady has her best friend Shiko offer to surrogate a baby for her. When the IVF process is successful, Aisha has a change of heart, she wants Shiko to terminate the pregnancy. Shiko is left feeling used and abandoned.
Boma Film Nights 27th March, Café Amka Grab your tickets
Lead: Mumbi Maina
- MAKOSA NI YANGU
Nafisa, a bartender, quits her job amidst the gender-based abuse normalized in her workplace. Her non-considerate and cruel mother leaves her no choice but to take the risk of travelling to the city and finding any job in sight, with the help of her best friend. This brings her to an unfamiliar world of the masseuse industry filled with perverted individuals who will go the extra mile to get that happy ending.
Boma Film Nights 25th March at Ballpoint Village Market Grab your tickets
Lead: Melissa Lesilale
- CLEAN SLATE (Short Film)
In the dead of night, Ruth finds herself trapped in a web of crime and secrets; blood on her hands, a body at her feet. When David, a mysterious “cleaner,” arrives to erase the evidence, Ruth must decide whether to play along or confront the truth that binds them together.
Lead: Maureen Muthoni 
- SARABI
Set on the fictional Vuno Zuri Coffee Farm, the series follows Matthew MacOdimba, a coffee picker who falls in love with Annabel, the daughter of the plantation owner. Their romance is shattered by Annabel’s mother, Rita, leading to years of separation and betrayal.
Maisha Magic Plus
Lead: Wanjiku Waweru
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