We Are Not The Machine

We Are Not The Machine is a production company based in Kenya, led by female founder Toni Kamau, who has been nominated for News Emmy and Peabody awards. We offer comprehensive production services throughout Kenya and East Africa for international broadcasters, platforms, and independent production companies. Our team provides global clients with local production expertise, strong networks, and execution that complies with international editorial and production standards. Our offerings include local production, research, casting, permits, logistics, crew sourcing, location management, and field production for various projects, including factual, branded, and narrative work. We excel in handling complex shoots that involve sensitive topics, remote settings, and tight deadlines. Our service production clients encompass Bloomberg, Microsoft GitHub, Voice of America, and various independent U.S. production companies. Our work has been broadcast on platforms such as Bloomberg, ARTE, PBS, BBC, and CCTV Africa and has contributed to projects showcased at notable festivals like Sundance and Hot Docs. We integrate extensive regional insights with a meticulous, cinematic approach, establishing ourselves as a reliable local partner for African stories aimed at global audiences. Previous Works: **How Drones and Open Source are Building Maps for Refugees** Description: In Kakuma, one of Africa's largest refugee camps, a remarkable tech-for-good initiative is taking shape. Discover how UNHCR and the local community are utilizing community-flown drones, AI, and open-source tools from GitHub to generate the first detailed maps of their area, laying the groundwork for a sustainable future. Role: Crew, Service Production Client: Majority Films (USA) Watch Here: [Link](https://youtu.be/EHccwVnNK4c?si=kOvZRd4sPDWiRAI-) **Run For Your Life (Bloomberg Investigates)** Description: In 2021, Agnes Tirop set a new women's 10,000 meter world record, but just five weeks later, she was murdered. Bloomberg Investigates delves into her murder and the underlying threats faced by other Kenyan runners.