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How to Build a Library

How to Build a Library

Two intrepid Nairobi women decide to transform what used to be a whites-only library until 1958 into a vibrant cultural hub. Along the way, they must navigate local politics, raise millions for the rebuild, and confront the lingering ghosts of Kenya’s colonial past.

Release DateNovember 21, 2025
StatusReleased
Original TitleHow to Build a Library
Runtime1h 43min
Budget—
Revenue—
LanguageEnglish, Swahili
Original LanguageEnglish
Production CountriesKenya, United Kingdom
Production CompaniesCircle & Square ProductionsArtemis RisingFork FilmsOne Story Up ProductionsDoc Society