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RHINO: The African Premiere, This Saturday in Nairobi

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Kenya is one of the world's leading countries for rhino conservation. This Saturday, 26 September, we are celebrating that success at the African Premiere of RHINO at the Trademark Hotel, Village Market, Nairobi.


RHINO follows the people working to protect one of Africa's most threatened animals. It shows the rangers who put themselves at risk against armed poachers, the vets and teams moving rhinos to new ground, and the conservancies making space for populations to grow. Their work rarely makes the headlines. On Saturday, it gets the big screen.



Meet the people behind the story

This is more than a screening. It is a chance to meet some of the people responsible for Kenya's rhino conservation success.


Our Guest of Honour, Prof. Erustus Kanga, Director General of Kenya Wildlife Service, will speak on Kenya's global leadership in rhino conservation and recognise the frontline teams protecting these animals. Loisaba Board Chair Sophie Kinyua will talk about the role conservancies play in giving rhinos room to recover. The film's director, Tom Martienssen, will introduce RHINO. After the screening, a Q&A and panel of leading conservation voices will discuss rhino protection, veterinary care and life on the front line.


Stay for the networking and you will be in a room with rangers, conservationists, scientists and supporters who share one goal: a secure future for Kenya's rhinos.


What to expect

Doors open at 4pm. The evening includes:

  • Live music from MosoPal

  • Speakers: Loisaba Board Chair Sophie Kinyua and Guest of Honour Prof. Erustus Kanga, Director General of Kenya Wildlife Service

  • An introduction to the film from its director, Tom Martienssen

  • A Q&A and panel discussion with leading conservation voices on rhino protection, veterinary care and frontline conservation work

  • Canapés and a cash bar

  • Local vendors: Cocolili, Kazuri, Kangarui, Pink Flamingo and Suhani Mara

  • A silent auction with lots including safari stays, meal vouchers for Nairobi restaurants, prints by award-winning photographers, and items donated by our vendors

All auction proceeds go to rhino conservation.



Frequently asked questions

What time does it start?

Doors open at 4pm. (We recognise some earlier tickets mistakenly printed 3pm - the correct opening time is 4pm)


Where is it?

2nd Floor (Ballroom) Trademark Hotel, Village Market, Nairobi.


Will there be food?

Yes. Canapés will be served, and there will be a cash bar. VIP tickets include bar vouchers.


What is the programme?


What is the dress code?

Smart casual.


When does the silent auction close?

9:30pm. Final bids must be in by then.


How do I pay for silent auction items?

By M-Pesa or bank transfer only. We cannot accept cards or cash.


Do I have to pay on the night if I win a silent auction item?

No. We will contact you by email after the event with details of how to pay by M-Pesa or bank transfer.


Can I buy tickets at the door?

Tickets are selling fast, and we do not expect any to be available at the door. Please book online in advance. https://mookh.com/rhino-african-premiere-celebrating-world-rhino-day-2026/


Is the film suitable for children?

The film is rated 12A. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. It contains:

  • Violence and threat: tension involving poachers, armed bandits and the physical dangers faced by rangers protecting black rhinos.

  • Intense themes: high-stakes animal relocation, territorial aggression between rhinos in overcrowded areas, and the grim statistics of wildlife poaching.

 
 
 

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