Picha Mtaani

'Heal the Nation' Slum Screenings in Progress
Volunteer moderators discussing with youths the importance of peace and reconciliation at one of the 1000 screenings of the awakening film 'Heal the Nation' that are happening throughout all the slums of Nairobi.
Heal the Nation Launch
Candles commemorating victims of the post-election violence flicker in front of the Picha Mtaani photography exhibition, as participants watch the premiere screening of the Heal the Nation documentary.
Picha Mtaani Viewers
Viewers react to graphic photographs depicting the post-election violence in 2007-2008. The photos were displayed as a public street exhibition to prompt national reconciliation. (Click to view more photos.)
Youth Volunteers Construct Exhibition
A "Heal the Nation" youth volunteer mounts a photograph for Picha Mtaani.
Heal the Nation Crowd Gathers
A shot of the crowd gathering to watch a series of performances and speakers to launch Heal the Nation. Behind them, many others view the Picha Mtaani exhibition of post-election violence photographs.
Youth Dialogue Held in Dandora Slum
Dandora youth watch the 'Heal the Nation' film at its first slum community screening. A deep discussion ensued, facilitated by musicians Juliani and Emmanuel Jal and photographer Boniface Mwangi.