
Two intrepid Nairobi women decide to transform what used to be a whites-only library until 1958 into a vibrant cultural hub. Along the way, they must navigate local…
Documentary, History • Movie • 2025 • 1h 43m
Starring: Wanjiru Koinange, Angela Wachuka
Director: Christopher King, Maia Lekow
How to Build a Library
Two intrepid Nairobi women decide to transform what used to be a whites-only library until 1958 into a vibrant cultural hub. Along the way, they must navigate local politics, raise millions for the rebuild, and confront the lingering ghosts of Kenya’s colonial past.
Documentary, History • Movie • 2025