Samantha Mugatsia
Actor
Samantha Mugatsia is a Kenyan actress best known for her critically acclaimed lead role in the groundbreaking drama Rafiki. Her performance earned her the Best Actress award at FESPACO in 2019 following the film's historic screening at Cannes. She has also appeared in documentary-drama projects such as African Space Makers.
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Who is Samantha Mugatsia?+
Samantha Mugatsia is a Kenyan actress recognized for her breakout performance in the critically acclaimed drama Rafiki.
What is Samantha Mugatsia known for?+
She is best known for starring as Kena in the landmark Kenyan feature film Rafiki and appearing in African Space Makers. Full schedule on Mood.
Which international festivals featured her breakout film?+
Her breakout feature made history as the first Kenyan film to screen in the official selection at the Cannes Film Festival.
