https://www.wheelbarrowfilms.com/portfolio daily 1.0 2026-03-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/1772892880471-W652F4E02WN1JHMCEXLG/image-asset.png FILMS - Showreel https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/1772892880471-W652F4E02WN1JHMCEXLG/image-asset.png FILMS - Showreel https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/1728246477283-6U7ELZBEAELGAL7OU6FC/image-asset.png FILMS - The Last Mango Tree In the heart of Nairobi, a woman’s fight to protect her home forces her to confront hard truths about privilege, change, and belonging. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/1640244913087-0RV3K1NKF7KKTR2UYQWF/image-asset.png FILMS - Jua Kali A domestic worker and her colleagues skillfully perform their cleaning duties against the backdrop of their privileged clients’ private struggles and shenanigans. But the work is also taking a toll on her body. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/1592651449307-QCX83VTOM2YD9BKCUC4W/image-asset.jpeg FILMS - Suave, A Kenyan Original Suave is a Kenyan brand of bags that combines different elements of second hand clothing and up-cycles them into unique pieces, each different from the next. This film by independent filmmaker Joash Omondi celebrates the city of Nairobi that gave birth to the brand and showcases the parallels between the spirit of its young people and the bold colours that have come to exemplify Suave. It also features the poetry of Abu Sense. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/1773471222413-O7SO0MUB5WF2KQYEJO4B/image-asset.png FILMS - Cheki Rada Music video for St. Davinte’s first single off the EP Code ni Ghetto https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/1741253751522-7FD84NZLU6CA2VRRW04G/image-asset.jpeg FILMS - Asere The first single from Koko Koseso's debut album A Song for My Miracle Baby. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/1690998092323-T99OO9CZ1OFT2QGD915A/image-asset.png FILMS - Wildlife Capital Short Documentary for Lewis Hamilton, X44 and Earthrise Studio about the threats facing Nairobi National Park and the last of the Maasai of Nairobi. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/1669827230071-N9PUZILKD5YN5HZEPLJV/image-asset.png FILMS - The Artisan Short film from Kenya showcasing the production of Rummage Studio's quintessential denim classic pack, from the moment it’s picked out of a heap of clothing to its completion. Written, Directed and Edited by Joash Omondi Executive Producer: Mohammed Awale Producer: Khalid Awale Associate Producer: Jibril Abdullahi Cinematography: Simon Mwai 1st AC: Timothy Njogu 1st AD: Victor Njagi Grips and Lighting: Paul Muikia Timelapse Photography: Peter Irungu Voice Over: Mariam Bishar Colourist: Timothy Njogu Music and Sound Design: Joash Omondi and starring the indomitable Boniface Nyaga https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/1608054669899-5G0D5XUNMLW7266JMZNX/image-asset.png FILMS - Itafika A young girl's family is able to witness a special occasion that would otherwise not be possible without Copia. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/1644497726416-JTDQCUQKL1MGP43MCG2I/image-asset.png FILMS - Suave, Kenya Suave is a Kenyan brand of bags that combines different elements of second hand clothing and up-cycles them into unique pieces, each different from the next. This film by independent filmmaker Joash Omondi celebrates the city of Nairobi that gave birth to the brand and showcases the parallels between the spirit of its young people and the bold colours that have come to exemplify Suave. It also features the poetry of Abu Sense. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/1644497068823-CHM1PII7I8KTBNGRZLQJ/image-asset.png FILMS - Kuliko Jana East African musical giants and multiple award winning act; Sauti Sol (Kenya) release a game-changing music video for KULIKO JANA, off their third album: Live and Die in Afrika. The meaning behind the song is; the steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, His mercies never come to an end – they are new every morning.” Featuring Redfourth Chorus (Upper Hill School), the song’s beautiful yet powerful message has stormed the charts and resonated with fans across Africa and beyond. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/1613652017447-YCX8SOKEEKVLAN1Q2046/image-asset.png FILMS - Telkom Presents: The Uploaders Telkom Uploaders Campaign https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/1592654935389-X6AIHOZZU7F1O4BWA0UJ/image-asset.jpeg FILMS - Chances A look at McDonald Mariga’s footballing journey from the dusty pitches of Landi Mawe to winning the UEFA Champions League. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/1678439903287-8MJDN02PQ4QV6AB02IM7/image-asset.png FILMS - Box Girls The short documentary highlights the story of young girls from Dandora, a low-income neighbourhood in Nairobi, Kenya, who have found an unconventional way to defend themselves and build a sense of community through boxing. The girls are part of an organization called Box Girls, which aims to empower young women through sports and provide a safe space for them to learn self-defense techniques. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/1592651418072-CX5VG8H5J86IWSAV92JL/image-asset.octet-stream FILMS https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/1644497317536-YZ7VBHGRBM47RDVDH7I5/image-asset.png FILMS - Suraj - Behind the Beat https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/1644497533638-TW1VO2IQOKP2VTHGK6Z7/image-asset.png FILMS - Trust https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/1592656877305-JQS1M1HLQ2IUZMYDSLT1/image-asset.jpeg FILMS - Owino A community in Coastal Kenya is poisoned by lead. https://www.wheelbarrowfilms.com/music daily 0.75 2026-03-07 https://www.wheelbarrowfilms.com/contact daily 0.75 2026-03-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/ccadf42d-e624-430c-a2b8-c689eec3a155/wheelbarrow-films-high-resolution-logo-black-transparent.png CONTACT https://www.wheelbarrowfilms.com/ourteam daily 0.75 2026-03-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/48d5596c-e85c-4e01-92e2-536de383d2de/IMG_2636.png OUR TEAM - Our Director Joash Omondi is a filmmaker, screenwriter, editor, and composer based in Nairobi, Kenya. A multidisciplinary artist by nature, Joash has consistently expanded his practice across the entire filmmaking process, making him an indispensable creative force on every project he undertakes. His acclaimed short film Jua Kali, a proof of concept for an upcoming feature, has screened at numerous prestigious festivals including the International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR), Clermont-Ferrand, Show Me Shorts, and Tampere, among others, earning three awards along the way. His films continue to explore the tension between interior lives and collective systems, drawing from the complexities of life in Kenya. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/e92ce809-5527-42f6-b05d-85c28cdde9c2/Screenshot+2025-07-13+at+13.31.25.png OUR TEAM - Our Producer Yasmin Hassan is a Nairobi-based producer and finance partner at Wheelbarrow Films. With a background in financial consultancy across both private and non-profit sectors, Yasmin brings a rare blend of fiscal precision and creative intuition to every project she undertakes. Currently, Yasmin is the finance partner and producer at Wheelbarrow Films. Since joining the company, she has facilitated the production of over 30 commercials and two short films, overseeing projects from development through to delivery with a sharp eye for both budget and story. Her work is driven by a passion for empowering homegrown narratives and building the infrastructure needed for a thriving Kenyan film industry. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/71b0b95f-591e-42c8-92b5-56b34180c0be/vick.jpg OUR TEAM - our a.d Victor Wachira is an accomplished filmmaker and Assistant Director with several years of experience crafting award-winning TV shows, documentaries, and commercials. A storyteller at heart, he blends technical precision with emotional depth, whether capturing raw human narratives or shaping visually striking campaigns. As an American Film Showcase Documentary alumnus and grantee of both the Skoll Foundation and African Uncensored, Victor brings a global perspective to local stories. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/817d3f0e-704d-498b-ab81-26d1c6eddfa5/simon.jpg OUR TEAM - our d.p Simon Mwai is a cinematographer based in Nairobi, Kenya, known for his ability to craft striking, emotionally resonant visuals through his masterful use of natural light and a deep sensitivity to environment. With a background in journalism and communication, Simon brings a documentary-minded precision to both commercial and narrative work. He thrives in collaborative environments and is driven by a commitment to storytelling that is as technically accomplished as it is emotionally compelling. https://www.wheelbarrowfilms.com/awards-1 daily 0.75 2026-03-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/2544e921-67ac-4f11-80d6-4bdde2a747d7/fcat.png AWARDS https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/ca0768f1-ab81-4af2-9b87-dbccba2ce583/Screenshot+2024-07-24+at+14.56.41.png AWARDS https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/684aea2e-397b-43aa-abaf-59eb5d1cb7e6/Screenshot+2024-07-24+at+15.02.50.png AWARDS https://www.wheelbarrowfilms.com/about-1 daily 0.75 2025-07-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5eede2a4ca850b134e1526f9/343db7f5-61d2-4d83-916c-2d55f944344e/IMG_2636.JPG about (Copy) - Our Director Joash Omondi is a filmmaker, editor, screenwriter and composer living in Nairobi, Kenya. As evidenced by his skillset, Joash has strived to extend his talents beyond just one singular title. This has made him an indispensable participant wherever his talents have been deployed. Locally, he has directed brand films and commercials for Telkom and Copia. Internationally, he has served as writer, editor and composer for the Social Impact Media Award nominated film: Youth to Youth Fund and winner of the Best International Documentary Award, Owino at the Rome Independent Film Festival. Authenticity is a key factor in all his filmmaking as he believes that the measure of a great piece of art always lies in striking a delicate balance between transcendence and realism.