Mijikenda

Jesca Rehema - Information  My name is Jesca Rehema, a cultural advocate, writer and Wikimedia editor from Kilifi, Kenya. I am passionate about preserving and promoting Mijikenda culture and indigenous African stories through film and storytelling. Recently, with the support and permission of AfroCrowd, I produced a documentary film called The Voices of the Kaya, a project that highlights the rich heritage, traditions and indigenous knowledge of the Mijikenda community. Now, I have a dream of taking this film to universities and cultural spaces across Kenya so that young people can learn more about culture, identity, and heritage. I believe many students today are eager to understand not only their own culture but also the beauty of other African cultures. I plan to begin the screenings in Kilifi and later expand to other universities and cultural sites such as Fort Jesus. However, organizing these screenings requires resources for: • Projector and screen hire • Venue and hall arra...

Biography  Jesca Rehema Jesca Rehema is a Kenyan journalist, cultural storyteller, documentary filmmaker and Wikipedia editor from Kilifi in the coastal region of Kenya. Passionate about Indigenous knowledge and cultural preservation, she uses storytelling, media, and digital platforms to document, preserve and amplify African cultural heritage, particularly the traditions and identity of the Mijikenda community. After studying journalism and multimedia at Multimedia University of Kenya, Jesca began specializing in documentary filmmaking focused on culture, community narratives and Indigenous voices. Her work explores the importance of preserving oral histories, traditions and cultural identity for future generations. Jesca is also an active contributor and editor on Wikipedia, where she edits and improves articles related to culture, history and Indigenous communities. Through her contributions to the Wikimedia movement, she is committed to increasing African representation and en...