Chief Nyamweya

Chief Nyamweya is a self-taught Kenyan writer, illustrator, and educator renowned for his graphic novels and comic strips that explore themes of history, justice, and education. His works, including Roba and Emergency, have popularized the “Kenya Noir” style, characterized by bold black ink and high contrast. In 2013, he co-founded The Tsunami Studio, a VFX, animation, and music studio that won the Best Film and Content Developer Award at AITEC Africa’s BFMA 2013. Nyamweya is also the founder of Freehand Movement, a company that publishes animated books integrated with augmented reality, aiming to revolutionize learning through technology. His innovative approach to education and storytelling continues to inspire and impact the creative industry in Kenya and beyond.