Even in a relatively stable country like Kenya, elections do not always go smoothly. Recent violence surrounding elections has made the need for constant democratic exercise clear. In the Majaooni secondary school, a new generation learns for themselves what democracy means: each year, students elect a new school president. Three candidates are in the running this time: Magdalene, who tries to mobilize support for equal rights for girls in a school dominated by boys; Harry, who comes from a poor neighborhood and sees the position of president as a step towards a better life for him and his family; and Said, a charismatic born politician who is already a scouts leader. The enthusiasm and energy of these three candidates ensures that viewers are on the edge of their seats throughout. In miniature, the school deals with big issues such as principles vs. populist pragmatism, egalitarianism vs. meritocracy, representation for all vs. money in politics. Director Jeroen van Velzen came back to Kenya, where he grew up, to make his films; his earlier documentary, Wavumba, was awarded for best debut at the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival.
The documentary has been "adopted" by Expert Forum.
