I am a filmmaker based in Kenya and I love telling stories that highlight the good that people do - for other people, the environment, creatures and the universe at large.
Samuel is a Nairobi-based journalist and documentary filmmaker, and the Founder of Life Spark Studios, a creative documentary storytelling hub and production studio focused on thoughtful, character-driven narratives with global resonance. His work has appeared on platforms such as Bloomberg and Cognizant, with his latest work recently acquired by Scientific American. A 2023 VC Solutions Storytelling Project Fellow and part of the 2021 One World Media Fellowship cohort, Samuel has earned recognition from festivals and awards, including the Montreal International Black Film Festival and the Kalasha Film & TV Awards. He is committed to elevating everyday voices and telling impactful, human-centered stories that spark conversation, inspire reflection, and contribute meaningfully to society.
"There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story." - Anyonymous
"There is one quality which one must possess to win, that is definiteness of purpose; the knowledge of what one wants and a burning desire to possess it." - Napoleon Hill
“I do believe in the power of story. I believe that stories have an important role to play in the formation of human beings, that they can stimulate, amaze and inspire their listeners.” -Hayao Miyazaki
I am a filmmaker based in Kenya and I love telling stories that highlight the good that people do - for other people, the environment, creatures and the universe at large.
