This coming of age story depicts the three ages and stages of democracy as seen through the eyes of a girl growing up. The Kenyatta era, a time of great optimism and post-independence euphoria is reflected in the innocence and naivety of the young girl. As Kenya enters its next era, of dictatorship under Daniel arap Moi, the gloom of oppression and confusion is reflected by teenage turmoil and finally, all grown up, we find ourselves in Kenyas third stage of democracy under Mwai Kibaki and wondering if democracy, with all its free speech and openness can ever really come of age.

Kenya, documentary, 2008, 11mins45s

Director: Judy Kibinge
Editor: Ronelle Loots and Kyalo Thomas
Producer: Ruby Kangethe
Duration: 11:45
Country: Kenya
Country of production: South Africa
Prod : MNET New Directions