About SanaaThruMyLens
Africa’s creativity,seen through a critical lens.
Unpacking music, art, culture, and stories shaping Kenya, Africa, and beyond.
SanaaThruMyLens is a bold, street-smart opinion blog rooted in the belief that African creativity deserves more than surface-level attention.
We explore music, film, books, visual arts, fashion, and cultural expression with curiosity, context, and critique — spotlighting both emerging voices and iconic moments shaping Kenya’s and Africa’s creative landscape.
This platform exists for creatives, students, and culture lovers who want to understand not just what’s trending, but why it matters.
What We Cover
Music & Album Reviews
Lyrics, production, visuals, and the cultural weight behind the sound.
Video & Visual Analysis
Breaking down imagery, symbolism, and visual storytelling.
Artist Spotlights
Emerging talents, established icons, and creative journeys.
Film & Book Reviews
African narratives, craft, and storytelling traditions.
Cultural Commentary
Opinion pieces on identity, society, and creative expression.
Education in the Arts
History, context, and insight into creative disciplines.
And beyond — from creative entrepreneurship and fashion to theatre, technology, festivals, and exhibitions.
Our Perspective
We believe African art is not just entertainment — it is memory, resistance, identity, and possibility.
Our work sits at the intersection of celebration and critique. We ask questions, challenge narratives, and dig into the context behind the art we consume daily.
SanaaThruMyLens exists to inform, inspire, and spark meaningful conversations about creativity in Africa and the diaspora.
The People Behind the Lens
Sharon Agigi
Founder
Cultural storyteller passionate about African music, film, and creative identity.
Elijoy Gatwiri
Editor
Shapes conversations around art, culture, and emerging African voices.
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