Films

The Village Next to Paradise

Feature Film · 2024 · A film by Mo Harawe

Maanmaal played a central role in the production in Somalia. Pre-production and production lasted more than a year and included crew development, logistics, locations, expenditure, documentation and coordination with international partners.

Cannes Film Festival · Un Certain Regard · 2024

Whispers of a Burning Scent

Short Film · 2026 · A film by Mo Harawe

Produced in Somalia with Somali crew and international partners. Maanmaal managed the local production, including personnel, logistics and implementation.

The Films That Led to Maanmaal

Will My Parents Come to See Me — Short Film · 2022
Berlinale Shorts · Grand Prix, Clermont-Ferrand · Austrian Film Award — Best Short Film · German Film Award — Best Short Film · European Film Award nomination

Life on the Horn — Short Film · 2020
Locarno Film Festival — Special Mention

Workshops & Youth Development

Photography Workshop

Garowe · September 2026 · 24 participants

A practical photography workshop for young participants, combining technical learning with opportunities to make, discuss and reflect on their own images.

Visuals: participant work and workshop photographs.

Screenings

Maanmaal organises screenings that bring audiences together around films, stories and ideas.