Harambee: The Weight of Division

History does not forget. Nor should we.

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Harambee: The Weight of Division is a 2025 short documentary that revisits Kenya's 2007-2008 post-election crisis, a violent chapter triggered by disputed presidential results. Over 1,100 lives were lost, and more than 600,000 people were displaced in the chaos that followed. Through a carefully curated blend of archival footage and observational storytelling, the film avoids sensationalism and blame. Instead, it shines a sober light on the emotional toll of political unrest, how fractured trust, grief, and fear ripple through generations and communities. By focusing on the human stories behind the headlines, Harambee becomes more than a historical recount it's a reflective, urgent reminder of what is at stake when national unity is compromised. The film concludes not with answers, but with a call to confront painful truths, to heal, and to recommit to the ideals of democracy, peace, and patriotism.

Director: James Ongige
Genre: Documentary, History, Thriller
Runtime: 15 min

Screenplay

Music: James Ongige
Editing: James Ongige
Production: Lohkast, Lohkast Pictures, Lohkast Audio
Country: Kenya
Language: English, Kiswahili
Original Language: en

Keywords

reflective

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Harambee: The Weight of Division about?
Harambee: The Weight of Division is a 2025 short documentary that revisits Kenya's 2007-2008 post-election crisis, a violent chapter triggered by disputed presidential results. Over 1,100 lives were lost, and more than 600,000 people were displaced in the chaos that followed. Through a carefully curated blend of archival footage and observational storytelling, the film avoids sensationalism and blame. Instead, it shines a sober light on the emotional toll of political unrest, how fractured trust, grief, and fear ripple through generations and communities. By focusing on the human stories behind the headlines, Harambee becomes more than a historical recount it's a reflective, urgent reminder of what is at stake when national unity is compromised. The film concludes not with answers, but with a call to confront painful truths, to heal, and to recommit to the ideals of democracy, peace, and patriotism.
Who directed Harambee: The Weight of Division?
Harambee: The Weight of Division was directed by James Ongige.
How long is Harambee: The Weight of Division?
Harambee: The Weight of Division has a runtime of 15m (15 minutes).
What genre is Harambee: The Weight of Division?
Harambee: The Weight of Division is a Documentary, History, Thriller film.
Where was Harambee: The Weight of Division produced?
Harambee: The Weight of Division was produced in Kenya.