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From the slum to the oscars

Slum life did not stop Joseph Kimani Wairimu, 28, from achieving his dreams. Through his role in the movie Nairobi Half Life, he made history as the first Kenyan to win an award in the Durban International Film Festival. He spoke to SHIRLEY GENGA

You recently won an international award for your role in the film — Nairobi Half Life, which is currently causing a stir in the Kenyan film industry. Tell us about it…

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