What is the 'Nawi' film about?

'Nawi' is a Kenyan-German coming-of-age drama that explores the impact of child marriage through the eyes of a gifted 13-year-old Kenyan girl whose dreams of attending high school are shattered when her father plans to marry her off.

What awards has the 'Nawi' film won?

The 'Nawi' film has won a total of 20 film festival awards, including the Leo Award for best film at the DaVinci International Film Festival in Los Angeles.

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Kenyan-German Drama 'Nawi' Wins 20th Film Festival Award, Secures North American Release

Q: When will the 'Nawi' film be released in North America?

The 'Nawi' film is set to release in the U.S. and Canada on March 6, 2026, just ahead of International Women's Day.

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Summary

Kenyan-German coming-of-age drama 'Nawi' wins 20th film festival award
Film explores impact of child marriage through eyes of gifted Kenyan girl
'Nawi' to release in U.S. and Canada on March 6, 2026, ahead of Women's Day

Kenyan-German Drama 'Nawi' Wins 20th Film Festival Award, Secures North American Release

The Kenyan-German coming-of-age drama 'Nawi' has been making waves in the film festival circuit, winning its 20th award this past weekend. The film, which explores the impact of child marriage, is now set to release in the U.S. and Canada on March 6, 2026, just ahead of International Women's Day.

'Nawi' follows the story of a 13-year-old gifted student in Kenya, Nawi, whose dreams of attending high school are crushed when her father plans to marry her off to a stranger. The film delves into the harsh realities of child marriage, a practice that is still common in various parts of the world. Nawi, played by Michelle Lemuya Ikeny, embarks on an epic journey as she tries to escape her fate.