Impact Through Film
These films highlight the rich marine life of the Lamu archipelago and the community’s efforts to protect it. From sea turtle conservation to sustainable fishing and mangrove restoration, each story celebrates local heroes and the power of community-led conservation.
The Lamu Archipelago | The Story of The Lamu Marine Conservation Trust
A journey through the work of the Lamu Marine Conservation Trust, from its roots in turtle conservation to managing a thriving community marine conservancy. This short documentary showcases the beauty of the Lamu Archipelago—both above and below water—while highlighting the urgent threats posed by unsustainable development.
Bahari Yetu
Told through the voice of Lamu’s respected fishermen, Bahari Yetu shares powerful stories of a deep connection to the ocean, passed down through generations. As they reflect on the beauty of the Indian Ocean and the changes they’ve witnessed, this film becomes both a tribute to Swahili heritage and a call to protect our marine future.
PACE Solid Waste Solutions
An inspiring look at how the Shela Environmental Residents Group transformed their village through community-driven waste management. The film highlights the challenges they faced, the solutions they developed, and the lasting impact on the environment, residents, and visitors alike.
PACE Mangorve Conservation
PACE - Pan African Conservation Education - films feature grassroot solutions to common environmental problems. In this 8 minute film Lamu Marine Conservation Trust and community partners in Kenya show us what mangroves are, the need for mangrove conservation, how they have done it, and the benefits they are experiencing.
Watch the Swahili Version
Locally Managed Marine Areas in Africa
This film explains why Locally Managed Marine Areas (LMMAs) are beneficial to coastal communities, how they are established and exactly what they are. It is designed for local fishing communities, donors, government and civil society who want to support LMMAs and spread the word about them. It is also suitable for an audience that is unfamiliar with LMMAs but interested in learning about them.
Watch the Swahili Version
Ntanga
This short docudrama explorers the impact of sand harvesting through the eyes of Kababa, the young turtle enthusiast from Lamu. Produced by the first NEWF Storytelling and Cinematography Lab Cohort - in collaboration with the Lamu Marine Conservation Trust (LaMCoT) and East African Ocean Explorers for the Bahari Yetu Festival 2024
