The New Bwana
Sam Soko's satire on hope and possibility. 1964. Now Kenya has gained independence, Gaga has plans for his own liberation, but what would it mean for his friendship with Mutia?
by Sam Soko
Kenya, 1964. Gaga and Mutia have worked together, doing the same jobs in the same workshop, for years. They've watched many changes in their country and now that Kenya has gained Independence, the possibility of one of them being the boss - the new Bwana - is suddenly and surprisingly in the air. But what would it mean for their friendship? And how much do they really know each other anyway?
Soko Sam's satire on hope and possibility was shortlisted in the 2011 BBC World Service/British Council International Playwriting Competition.
Directed by Femi Elufowoju, jr.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Writer | Sam Soko |
| Gaga Apoto | Babou Ceesay |
| Mutia Kitungu | Jude Akuwudike |
| Shiral Patel | Sacha Dhawan |
| Mr Johnston | Trevor Cooper |
| Mrs Johnston | Joanna Brookes |
| Announcer | Amaka Okafor |
| Director | Femi Elufowoju Jr |
| Producer | Femi Elufowoju Jr |
Broadcast
- Thu 30 May 201314:15BBC Radio 4
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